18.0 Service and Maintenance
After performing any maintenance or repairs on the
scooter you must make sure that it is functioning
correctly before it is used.
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Visually inspect the scooter to make sure its parts
are correctly positioned and attached to the scooter
and all fasteners are sufficiently tightened.
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Make sure that the seat is correctly fitted and
adjusted.
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Switch on the scooter – Does the battery gauge
flash? This signifies that there is a fault in the
electronic system.
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Refer to section 8.0 for basic troubleshooting.
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Perform the parking brake check.
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Operate all of the electric options, including lights
and indicators to make sure that they work correctly.
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Drive the scooter to make sure the scooter performs
as it did before.
WArNING!
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If you are in any doubt about the performance
requirements of your scooter contact your Sunrise
Medical authorized dealer.
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Only carry out the maintenance tasks listed below
together with any general cleaning.
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Do not attempt any task you are not sure of.
Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
Check battery level indicator and charge if necessary.
Check the control levers on the tiller are not bent or damaged.
Ensure all removable parts are securely fastened.
Check lap strap for wear and make sure the buckle is operational.
Check the parking brake clicks on and off.
Check tires and inflate if required.
Ensure any visible nuts and bolts are tight.
Ensure all cables and connectors are sound and are tidy and out of the way.
Clean the scooter and upholstery regularly with a damp cloth and dry
thoroughly.
Battery terminal inspection – Remove any corrosion and apply Vaseline.
Check upholstery, seating, headrests, arm pads for wear and check seat
removal and refitting.
Complete inspection, safety check and service should be made by a Sunrise
Medical authorized dealer.
42 Fortress S-Series
18.1 re-USe
The scooter is suitable for re-use by a second owner.
Accessories can be quickly and easily removed/fitted
and seating adjustments can be made to suit a second
owner.
Please give this Owner's Manual to the second
user.
Note: The warranty is not transferable.