Speed Control - fortress S-Serie Manuel D'utilisation

7.1.1 oN/oFF Key SWItcH
The ON/OFF key switch applies power to the control
system electronics, which in turn supply power to the
scooter motor.
• To turn ON insert the key vertically and turn 90
degrees clockwise.
• To turn OFF scooter, turn key back to vertical position
and remove, (FIG.7.2).
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• Do not use the ON/OFF key switch to stop the scooter
unless there is an emergency. (If you do you may
shorten the life of the scooter drive components).
• To avoid unexpected or unintentional movement
of the scooter, and to conserve battery power, it is
recommended that the key switch is switched OFF
when stationary or not being used.
7.1.2 coNtrol leVer (WIG-WAG)
Located by handle bar grips. Your speed and forward and
reverse motion is controlled via the Wig-Wag.
Gently pull with the right hand or push with the left thumb
to move the scooter in a forward motion. The amount of
movement applied to the Wig-Wag also proportionally
controls the speed of the scooter.
The left hand or right thumb moves the scooter in a
reverse motion and also controls the speed of the scooter
in reverse.
The lever will return by itself when released, and you will
stop gently. Braking is engaged when the Wig-Wag is
released, (FIG.7.3).
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The factory default setting is described above. Be aware
that it is possible the throttle operation could be reversed
through programming, particularly if you are a second
user.
When stopping, the high visibility rear LED braking lights
will illuminate. These also function when the scooter lights
are turned on.
Note: Forward and reverse functions can be swapped
over from right hand operation to left hand operation, via
programming. Please consult your authorized Sunrise
dealer.
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It is important that you stop the scooter before you change
direction from forward to reverse.
Always turn the scooter control system off via the key
switch before you transfer in or out of the scooter.
7.1.3 HorN
The horn will sound while this button is depressed.
7.1.4 HAzArD lIGHtS
With the scooter ON, the front and rear LED indicators will
flash simultaneously when this button is pressed.
The visual indicators on the direction buttons on the
keypads will also illuminate and the horn will sound.
Press the button again to switch the hazard lights off.
7.1.5 INDIcAtorS
Pressing the button will illuminate the front and rear LED
indicators in a flashing pattern indicating you are turning
the scooter. On the keypad the visual indicator LED will
flash and the horn will sound. The front indicator pods
have a special extended lens that can be seen from most
driving positions.
To turn off the indicators press the button again.
7.1.6 lIGHtS
Pressing the button will turn on the front LED headlight,
and the rear LED lights
Note: If the lights are inadvertently left on after use,
removing the ON/OFF key will extinguish the lights
automatically.
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Ensure that the lights and indicators are functioning
correctly and all of the lenses are clean, before using the
scooter at night or during poor visibility.

7.1.7 SPeeD coNtrol

This allows you to pre-set your desired scooter speed.
Turn the dial counter-clockwise to slow for very gentle
operation. Turn it clockwise to increase your speed to
maximum.
Remember that only with practice will you become a
competent driver. Find a safe, hazard free environment
to practice controlling the scooter and familiarize yourself
with the controls and functions.
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For the safety of the operator and other pedestrians,
Sunrise Medical recommends that while driving on
footpaths and other pedestrian walkways, the scooter
pre-set speed should be set to less than 4 mph/6 kph.
Fortress S-Series 27