General Details

Powered Scooters - safety advice for use

Test you can drive the power scooter safely and with ease before buying it. Check local power scooter road rules and follow them. Only drive in areas scooter is designed for.
This item should be trialled in the user's own environment to ensure maximum safety and independence. Environmental considerations include e.g.: kerbs, footpaths, tram and railway crossings, street crossings, etc.

Crash Test Information for Wheeled mobility devices

This wheeled mobility device is not designed for use as a seat while traveling in a motor vehicle.

Factors to Consider

Queensland transport requires medical documentation in the form of a doctors letter stating the reason this device is required for the user.

Persons should consider the following criteria when purchasing a mobility aid for use on public transport:

Weight
A boarding device (for example, a ramp) must be able to support a total weight of 300 kg which includes you, the mobility aid, carried goods and an assistant (if required). If the combined weight is more than 300 kg, it may not be possible for you to travel on your desired means of transport.
Dimensions
The mobility device should fit within an allocated space of 1300 mm by 800 mm. Have a maximum width of less than 750 mm (when measured at a height of up to 300 mm from the ground). Be able to fit through an accessible taxi door height of 1400 mm.
Orientation
Operators may determine the direction of travel according to the orientation of the allocated space. Operators are asked to be aware that many people prefer to face forwards to anticipate changes in the speed or direction of the trip.
Manoeuvrability
The mobility device should be able to turn 180 degrees within an area 2070 mm by 1540 mm.
Cross a horizontal gap up to 40 mm wide.
Mount a vertical rise (a bump) up to 12 mm.
Cross grating gaps up to 13 mm wide and 150 mm long.
Climb a 1:14 grade ramp unassisted.
Climb up to a 1:8 grade ramp unassisted where the ramp is less than 1520 mm long.
Climb a 1:4 grade ramp with assistance.
Brakes
Mobility aids need to have effective braking systems to maintain stability and be able to withstand acceleration, braking, cornering and pitching of conveyances.
Anchoring Devices
If anchoring devices are required by regulation, mobility aids need to be able to accept and travel with anchoring devices fitted.
Batteries
Batteries need to be adequately secured. Gel type batteries should be considered.

Options

Accessories:
Grocery Bag Carrier with crutch / stick holder (TE-BC)
Crutch / Walking Stick Holder (TE-C)
Oxygen bottle holder (size C) with crutch holder (TE-O)
Safety Flag (TE-F)
Flag holder (TE-FH)
Rear vision mirror (TE-M)
Sun canopy which mounts onto TE-BC (TE-S)
Walking frame carrier (TE-W)
Tarp cover (TE-TC)
Seat belt
Extended control levers.
A range of chargers and batteries are also available.

Licensing and Insurance Requirements

You are legally required to advise your State licensing authority of any medical condition or disability that may impact on your driving. If not, you risk fines or legal action and your car insurance can be affected. You may need to provide medical reports or undergo driving tests. Modifications to your vehicle must be in line with the Australian safety and design rules. Fitting of wheelchair occupant restraints, child restraints and vehicle hoist ramps must meet relevant Australian Standards. Modifications should be done by suitably qualified vehicle modifiers. You will also need to inform your car insurer of any vehicle modifications. Your policy may become void if you do not do so. Contact the vehicle licensing / registration authority in your State for more information.

Extra product information

FREEWHEELING: To freewheel release the lever located near the battery compartment at the rear.

DISMANTLING: Lift off seat, remove batteries and fold tiller down onto foot platform. The foot platform section can also be separated from the battery/motor compartment for lighter/smaller components if required to fit into small spaces.

POINTS TO CONSIDER: The space allowed to transport mobility equipment in public transport is 800mm x 1300mm.

SAFETY: Safety features include:
. Anti bump - if the speed lever is not in neutral when the key is first switched on the scooter will not drive off.
. Power Braking - the speed lever can be put in full reverse if the scooter needs to be brought to a stop more quickly.
. Reversing Beeper - a beeper sounds when the scooter is being reversed.
. Low Battery Warning - the scooter will beep every thirty seconds if the scooter is driven too long when the battery warning red light is on.
. Slope Beeper - the scooter can be programmed to sound a warning beeper if it detects that a steep hill is being climbed or that the scooter is under heavy load.
. Lights will flash if the park brake is released and the key is switched on, if the scooter has gone into sleep mode, if the scooter becomes too hot.

Maintenance

All scooters require regular maintenance. Refer to User Manual for specific details.

Manufacturer/Country

Shoprider / Taiwan

Warranty

Contact supplier for details

Websites

• Shoprider - Rocky 6T (thin tyre) Brochure - http://www.shopriderinfo.com.au/downloads/A4/Rocky6T.pdf
• Shoprider - Rocky 6 (fat tyre/4-pole motor) brochure - http://www.shopriderinfo.com.au/downloads/A4/Rocky6.pdf

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

Models / Specifications

Features

Contact listed suppliers to confirm features, options and models available.

Optional Accessories

• Powered Scooter accessories:
  • basket

Suspension

• Powered Scooter suspension:
  • both front and rear wheel

Transport and Dismantling

• Powered Scooter transport:
  • can not be dismantled
  • Not suitable for transporting in a vehicle

Brakes

• Powered Scooter brakes:
  • electromagnetic

Controls

• Powered Scooter controls:
  • angle adjustable steering tiller
  • battery level indicator
  • finger or thumb lever controls
  • headlight switch
  • horn
  • key on/off
  • speed selection
  • turn indicators

Wheels

• Powered Scooter tyres:
  • pneumatic

Armrests

• Powered Scooter armrests:
  • full length
  • lift up
  • padded
  • width adjustable

Backrest

• Powered Scooter backrest:
  • angle adjustable
  • captains style
  • fold down
  • upholstered

Seat

• Powered Scooter Seat:
  • captains style
  • swivels by pushing down on the lever at the side under the seat
  • upholstered

Frame

• Powered Scooter cowlings:
  • ABS plastic
• Powered Scooter frame:
  • steel