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Frame
* Aircraft grade polished and anodised aluminium
* Short wheel base
* Welded and reinforced joints
* No suspension
* No anti tip bars
* Cane holders located at base of steering column or tiller
* Height adjustable handle bar and seat

Upholstery
* Smooth vinyl upholstery

Seat
* Vinyl covered, padded and contoured
* Lumbar support backrest
* Does not rotate
* No suspension
* Can be customised to a bigger size, please contact supplier

Backrest
* Removable
* Partial lumbar support backrest
* Padded and vinyl covered
* Limited height and depth adjustment

Armrests
None

Footrests
* Are tubular with a non slip surface
* Located either side of the steering column, just above wheel level

Wheels
* Solid rubber wheels
* Front is 190mm x 50mm
* Rear are 190mm x 70 mm

Controls
* On and off button on tiller or steering column
* Right handed operation similar to a motorbike. Twist the handle to accelerate
* Turn control dial counterclockwise to move forward
* Forward/reverse switch
* Can be manually pushed back for reversing
* Bell positioned at top of tiller

Batteries
* Option of Two types: Lithium-ion Battery (Deluxe) 158wh , 274Wh Lithium ion battery (comes with the Shopper but can be used as a back up in other models)
* Rechargeable battery
* Separate charger
* Charging time is 8 hours for full capacity
* Supplier states that both the batteries are approved for airline travel

Motor
* On and off switch to activate motor
* No other mechanism to disengage motor

Transport and dismantling
* Breaks down into four parts for transport
* Fits in carry bag which is supplied as standard
* See method of use for folding and unfolding instructions

Customisation
* Supplier states that seat and backrest dimensions can be modified to a larger size
* Supplier prefers to be contacted to discuss this option

Colours
* Black vinyl upholstery
* Silver frame

Materials
* Frame is made of lightweight aluminium
* Footrests are made of tubular lightweight steel

Headrest
None

Brakes
* Dual rear friction brakes operated via pressing hand brakes located on tiller
* Dual parking brakes via levers on rear wheels

Method Of Use

To operate the scooter
* Press the ON-OFF button on the left side of the handlebar. With a charged battery all three lights on the throttle will light up.
* The direction of travel is selected with the sliding switch above the ON-OFF button; Slide to the right for FORWARD, and left for REVERSE.
* Always twist the throttle rearward slowly (as with a motorcycle).
* Avoid jerking the throttle because it would also cause the vehicle to jerk. If this happens, release the twist grip and the scooter will settle down and stop.

Folding
* Slide the steering column or tiller down to the minimum height and remove both hand grips from the T handle so that they hang down
* Remove the seat, with the backrest, by releasing the locking pin under the seat and releasing the clamp on the right yoke receptacle
* Disconnect the battery from the motor but leave it in the tray for now
* Grab the yoke with two hands and pull it out from the receptacles. You will need to pull evenly on both sides of the yoke, otherwise it may bind
* Once the yoke is removed the battery can be taken out
* Press, with one hand, one of the locking pins located at the base of the steering column or tiller
* Slightly rotate the steering column with the other hand downwards until the pin cannot return into the locked position
* Repeat this procedure on the other trailing arm
* Slowly rotate the steering column downward until the pins lock with an audible click. As you do, the trailing arms will come together automatically. This motion may be gently assisted.

Unfolding
* Hold the folded unit by the steering column or tiller upright with the rear wheels resting on the ground and press with the other hand one locking pin until the trailing arm is released
* Rotate the steering column just a little so that the pin cannot return to the locked position
* Repeat the same procedure on the other trailing arm
* Lay the unlocked frame down, while rotating the steering column upward
* The trailing arms will automatically swing apart until the locking pins snaps back into position with an audible click
* If for some reason the pins do not snap in, slight wiggling or shaking on the steering column should do the trick
* Insert the hand grips into the T handle
* Insert the yoke into the receptacles on the battery tray
* The slightly reduced stem of the yoke is intended to be located on the right side
It is important that you insert both stems at the same time, otherwise it will bind. If this happens, do not use force but remove the yoke completely and try again
* Once in place, tighten the lever clamp on the right receptacle
* Install the battery into the tray, secure it with the hook and loop around the yoke stems and connect it to the motor
* Attention: Do not press the red connectors too forcefully together, because they may become difficult to take apart
* The loop tails on the rear two trays should be attached to the hook strap located on the battery to hold it in place

Considerations

* The Travelscoot may not be suitable for a user who would require a supportive seat and back
* The TravelScoot should only be ridden on smooth, hard and even surfaces. It is not designed for off road or off-road like conditions
* The TravelScoot does not have electromagnetic braking and will roll if the hand brakes are not applied
* The scooter must be slowed down or stopped using the hand brakes. It does not have automatic braking as do other mobility scooters
* The brake only works on the front wheel
* The scooter does not have a key to lock the control functions
* This product is not a toy and is not recommended for children under the age of 16 years

Transport Accessibility
Overall length of this scooter ...........940 mm
Overall width of this scooter........... 580 mm
The space allowed on public transport for carrying mobility equipment is an area of 1300mm by 800mm.

State transit will only carry scooters with an unladen weight of less than 200 kg and which can be driven onto the bus, and manoeuvred to fit wholly within the designated wheelchair space under their own power. Any such scooters carried must also comply where relevant with the rules applying to wheelchairs.

Three wheeled mobility aids of any kind are unstable in normal bus operations and will not be carried because of the safety risk.

Accessible buses display a blue and white wheelchair sign on the front of the bus, and on the easy access door.

Users should take care when riding a scooter and observe the following safety guidelines
* This item should be trialled in the user's own environment to ensure maximum safety and independence. Environmental considerations include eg: kerbs, footpaths, tram and railway crossings, street crossings, etc
* Users should take care when riding a scooter or powered wheelchair and observe the following safety guidelines:
* Users who intend to use scooters or powered wheelchairs must ensure they have the necessary physical and cognitive skills to operate and manoeuvre them safely
* Stay within the legal speed limit of 10km/h
* Be aware that taking medication or driving under the influence of alcohol may affect the user's judgement
* Always make sure that you are clearly visible, particularly at night or on dull days-use the lights and reflectors and install a reflective flag high enough to be seen by motorists
* Wear a bicycle helmet whenever possible
* Slow down when you are near other people, especially pedestrians and cyclists
* Avoid stopping or driving on inclines greater than your scooter is designed for
* Use footpaths if possible. If there are no foot paths, plan to user quieter roads
* Plan your trip and avoid uneven surfaces, dips and potholes
* Ensure if you are carrying parcels that the load will not over-balance your scooter and the parcels do not interfere with your controls or vision

Place Of Manufacture

Made in Taiwan, designed and developed in United States of America.

Price Guide

Panasonic lithium batteries: 158wh = $850.00 and 274wh = $1150.00
Options/Accessories may incur additional charge.
Shipping costs may apply.

Models

Two models available:
* TravelScoot Shopper (full size or Junior size)
* TravelScoot Standard/Deluxe

Options

* Choice of battery (3 battery types)
* Larger seat
* Front or rear shopping basket
* Four wheel model (required for use on a bus or ferry in NSW)
* Drive belt
* Travel set: padded battery bag, padded sleeve for handlebar
* Additional battery charger
* Additional battery
* Cargo trailer
* Passenger trailer
* Auxiliary battery tray
* Foot rest support plate
* Suspension seat post (load capacity 84 kgs or 124 kgs)
* Four piece cruise set: folding front basket, snap on food tray, door wedge, suction hook

Additional Dimensions

Width of Wheel.................................... 50 mm - Front Wheel
Width of Wheel.................................... 70 mm - Rear Wheel

Maintenance

All scooters require regular maintenance. Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.

The TGA number for this product is ARTG ID 228978

Licence & Insurance Requirements

In NSW, motorised wheelchairs that weigh less than 110 kg and cannot travel at more than 10 km/h do not have to be registered, provided they are being used by a person with mobility problems. A person driving a motorised wheelchair under these circumstances is defined as a pedestrian under the Australian Road Rules and is permitted to travel on a footpath or nature strip adjacent to the road.

Vehicles exempt from registration are covered by the nominal defendant scheme (administered by the State Insurance Regulatory Authority) if they are at fault in an accident in NSW on a road or road-related area and cause injury to another person. However, this cover is only valid in NSW.