Caddy CADDY Scooter User’s Manual Cat No.
Caddy 1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 4 1.1 General information ....................................................................... 4 1.2 Technical specifications ................................................................. 6 1.2.1 Dimensions.............................................................................. 6 1.2.2 Weights.................................................................................... 6 1.2.
Caddy 4.4 Removing the batteries ................................................................43 4.5 Removing the rear wheels ...........................................................45 5. TRANSPORTING THE CADDY IN A CAR AND STORING THE CADDY AT HOME .................................................................................46 5.1 Transporting the Caddy in a car trunk..........................................46 5.2 Lifting heavy parts .............................................................
Caddy 1. INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Caddy transportable / foldable scooter by Afikim Electric Vehicles. The Caddy Scooter has been developed especially for those people with mobility problems. Mobility problems are generally problems with walking or with the stamina. Afikim Electric Vehicles has many years experience with the development of these kinds of vehicles and also markets different types of electric vehicles for a wide range of applications and needs.
Caddy • The maximum speed of the Caddy is 7,5 kilometres per hour (km/h). It possible to have your dealer adjust the drive electronics of the scooter to a lower speed. • The Caddy has been developed for use in and around the house. According to the EU standard EN12184 this means the Caddy is a class A electric vehicle. • The Caddy should not be used during rainfall, snowfall or in temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C.
Caddy 1.2 Technical specifications 1.2.1 Dimensions Length Folded Length Width Height Height Folded 1100 mm. 900 mm. 610 mm. 900 mm. 470 mm. Dimensions of the largest part Length Width Height 900 mm. 610 mm. 340 mm. 1.2.2 Weights Total weight including batteries 12 Ah Total weight including batteries 17 Ah Total weight excluding batteries 31 kg. 36 kg. 22 kg. Weight of the frame with seat Weight of the tiller Weight of one battery 12Ah Weight of one battery 17Ah Weight of one wheel 13 kg. 9 kg. 4.
Caddy 1.2.4 Drive characteristics Speeds Maximum speed forward (hare symbol) Slow speed forward (tortoise symbol) Reverse speed 7,5 km/h. 4,5 km/h. 4,5 km/h. Turning radius Ground clearance Maximum obstacle height Maximum safe slope 75.0 cm. 8 cm. 3 cm. 3° Range according ISO 7176-4 20 km. (Range is dependant on the circumstances during use, it can be less i.e when hills, wind or loose surface such as gravel or sand. Range can also vary with the user weight) 1.2.
Caddy 1.2.6 Batteries and charger Batteries; use only: 2x FIAMM-GS FGCS21803 Size LxWxH (mm.) Weight 12V 18,0 Ah.(20h.) / 15,8 Ah.(5h.) 181x76x167 6,7 Kg. each 2x Ztong Yee Industrial Co / GS Size LxWxH Weight 12V 17,0 Ah.(20h.) / 14,4 Ah. (5h.) 181x76x167 6,7 Kg. each Battery charger (220/230V) Maximum charger current (RMS) Charging time to 80% charge Charging time to full charge (Data depending on charger used.) 24 Volt 2 Amp. 8 hours 12 hours 1.2.
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Caddy 1.3 Safety instructions 1.3.1 Stability and slopes • The maximum safe slope for the Caddy scooter is 3°. This is the maximum slope where you can turn and manoeuvre safely with the scooter without compromising the stability of the vehicle. • If you have any doubts about safety of the angle of the slope, try to find another route. If this is not possible for any reason, try to avoid making sudden movements (accelerating or braking) and always drive straight up.
Caddy • It is dangerous to use the Caddy on loose gravel or sand or on a very bumpy surface. Because of the sudden weight shifts the stability of the scooter can be easily compromised. • In order to be able to push the scooter in case of a malfunction or low batteries the automatic parking brake can be dislodged. Dislodging the parking brake will put the vehicle in potentially unsafe state, for instance when you are at the top of a slope.
Caddy • • switch off the scooter using the key switch. Try to find and eliminate the cause of the strange behaviour before you resume driving. I f you intend to use a mobile phone, portable transceiver or any other kind of radio transmitter while you are using the Caddy, we advise you to always switch off the scooter using the keyswitch before doing so. It is possible that some devices or machines are influenced by the electromagnetic field your scooter generates.
Caddy 1.3.4 Hot areas • Some areas on your scooter may get hot during use. The motor can get hot after using for a certain period of time. This is in itself normal, but be aware never to touch the motor after you have used the scooter. There is a real danger of burning the skin of your fingers.
Caddy 1.3.6 General warnings • DANGER OF SUFFOCATION!: Never allow children to play with the plastic bags the scooter is packaged in. The bags are big enough for a child to crawl into: children are in real danger of suffocating from lack of oxygen when this happens. • DANGER OF INJURY!: Never allow children to play with the carton board boxes without adult supervision.
Caddy • The Caddy was not designed to be used in rain, snow or extreme temperatures. The use of the Caddy in these conditions may cause serious malfunctions and permanently damage the product. Using the scooter in low temperatures will cause the range of the product to be considerably smaller than normal. Using in extreme high temperatures may lead to overheating of the motor or controller, causing the controller to shut down temporarily until the system has cooled down.
Caddy of this it may cause damage to the motor and drive system of the Caddy. • When mounting or dismounting the Caddy always make sure the key switch is in the OFF position to prevent the scooter from moving or taking off by accident when you accidentally depress the throttle lever. • When you do not use the Caddy scooter and it is parked somewhere, ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEYS FROM THE KEY SWITCH !.
Caddy 2. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY The Caddy can be delivered by your dealer fully pre-assembled, but it is also possible that the product comes to you in parts in the box it was packed in at the factory. The Caddy was designed to be assembled and disassembled by the user. Assembling the scooter is very easy and it is good to know the procedure in case you want to disassemble the scooter for instance if you want to take it with you in the back of a car. 2.
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Caddy 2.2 Mounting the rear wheels The rear wheels (e - in figure 1) are to be assembled onto the frame (a - in figure 1). (See figure 2) The rear wheel (1) is assembled by means of a so called quick release axle (2) into the wheel mount (3) of the frame (4). In order to be able to assemble and disassemble the quick release axle you need to press the button underneath the rubber cover (5) in the centre of the wheel. Take the rear wheel in your hand as shown in figure 2.
Caddy 2.3 Fixing the tiller to the frame The tiller (b - in figure 1) must be fixed to the frame (a - in figure 1). Refer to figure 3: The frame bushing (1) is inserted onto the tiller tapered block (2) . It is also the fixation of the tiller to the frame by means of a locking lever (3). We advise you to approach the frame from the left hand side (when you are right-handed. Take the tiller in your left hand, holding it at the frame tube just above the control panel.
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Caddy 2.4 Placing the batteries The batteries are mounted in a special plastic housing by sliding it inside. The batteries electric connections is done at the same stage when sliding it into the housing guide . Please refer to figure 5: Place both batteries in their place at the rear of the frame by sliding them into the housing guides in the arrow direction . Make sure that when the batteries are completely down , the two snaps 1 are seating in the slots 2 of the battery housing.
Caddy 2.5 Unfolding the Seat to driving position To unfold the seat to driving position , pull the seat backrest upward as shown in figure 6a . Continue pulling the seat backrest all along upward and backward as shown in figure 6b .
Caddy At the final stage of unfolding the seat push the backrest backward until you hear a click . The click will indicates that the seat mechanism is locked . To make this stage easier , you may find id convenience to step with your shoe on the Caddy floor like it is shown in figure 6c .
Caddy 2.6 Mounting the rear basket See figure 7: Hang the rear basket with its anchors on the frame hooks under the seat. ATTENTION: Please be sure not to overload the rear basket, the maximum load for the rear basket is 10 kg.
Caddy 2.7 Checking the assembly Please always check the following aspect of the assembly after you finish: • Are any parts damaged? If so report the damage to your dealer without delay and ask for replacement parts or repair. • Are all nuts and bolts tight, is the retaining spring for the tiller in place and are the wheels locked in place? • Check without turning the scooter ON if the throttle levers move freely and return to the middle position when you depress and release them.
Caddy 2.8 Mounting the seat belt option An important accessory for the Caddy scooter is the seat belt option. The seat belt is used to stabilize the user of the Caddy while driving. Giving him/her a more secure seating position. During driving and while taking turns, starting and stopping it may be difficult for some drivers to keep a stable seating position, to prevent sliding from the seat the seat belt option can be recommended. Please refer to figure 8 for mounting the seat belt.
Caddy 3. OPERATION AND USE OF THE CADDY ATTENTION: BEFORE OPERATING THE CADDY, ALWAYS READ THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN §1.3 3.1 Seating into the Caddy To make the Seating into the Caddy easier you may use the follow actions. 3.11 Tilting the handlebar forward and backward To tilt the handlebar (1) forward pull the lever (2) down as shown in figure 9 , than push the handlebar (1) forward while Keep pulling the lever (2) downward.
Caddy figure 9 Another helpful action is to turn the tiller to the other side , than the one you enter from . Also if your Caddy is equipped with armrest , you should fold them backward . Make sure you bring the armrest down again, the armrests provide you with important support sideways when you are driving. ATTENTION: When driving the Caddy, the vehicle moves and rocks in turns and when accelerating or braking. This may cause you to loose your balance and it can make you slide of the seat.
Caddy • Put the ignition key into the key switch (1) and turn it clockwise to the position marked ON. The key will stay in this position. • A light on your dashboard marked ON (2) should light up signifying the Caddy is ready to go. (see figure 10) • Put the speed selector switch (3) in the slow driving mode (turtle). • You can now drive forward by squeezing the right hand throttle lever (4). You can drive backwards by squeezing the left hand throttle lever (5).
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Caddy • The speed you drive forward or backward is dependent on how far you squeeze the throttle lever. The further you squeeze it the faster you go. • To stop, simple release the throttle lever, the throttle lever will return to the neutral position and the Caddy will come to a controlled stop by using the motor brake. ATTENTION: You may notice the following things, they are normal and are part of the standard safety system of the Caddy.
Caddy 3.3 Speed control of the Caddy One way to control the speed of the Caddy is by squeezing the throttle handles: The more you squeeze, the faster you will drive. Another way to limit the speed is by means of the speed selector switch (1) see figure 11. • • The Caddy has two positions to limit the maximum speed: The high speed setting indicated by the hare (2) on the speed selector switch (1) sets the Caddy to a maximum speed of 7,5 km/h.
Caddy ATTENTION: This method of stopping the scooter will cause a very abrubt stop, this may cause you to loose your balance and injure yourself. It may also cause damage to the drive system of the Caddy. ONLY USE THIS METHOD OF STOPPING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY! Emergency stopping when the scooter rolls downhill with the parking brake released.
Caddy 3.5 The Caddy headlight For extra safety and comfort the Caddy is equipped with a headlight. The headlight is intended to improve your visibility under dark circumstances. ATTENTION: The headlight on the Caddy does not comply with international road and traffic regulations: the Caddy was not designed to be used on the main road. See figure 12: To switch the headlight ON and OFF, use the red switch (1) on the right hand side of dashboard close to the handle. 3.
Caddy Here is an indication discharge percentages: 4 lights charged 75% to 100% 3 lights charged 50% to 75% 2 lights charged 25% to 50% 1 light charged 0% to 25% ATTENTION: • The battery discharge indication will be reset to four lit lights after the batteries have been charged fully. • When the external charge adapter (available as an optional extra) is used to charge the batteries while they are taken off the scooter, the battery discharge indicator will not reset automatically.
Caddy Figure 12 3.8 Pushing the Caddy: the freewheel function There may be some situations when you want to be able to push the Caddy, for instance when the batteries are fully discharged or when a problem occurs. The Caddy is equipped standard with an electro/magnetic parking brake. This brake engages automatically when you release the throttle handle and is intended to prevent the scooter from running down an incline when you stop or park.
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Caddy 4. DISASSEMBLING FOR TRANSPORT IN A CAR 4.1 Folding the Seat To fold the Caddy seat , lift the seat few centimetres upward until you hear the seat locking mechanism released . Than continue folding the seat by pushing the seat back forward and downward as shown in figures 14a,14b,14c .
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Caddy 4.2 Removing the tiller from the frame Removing the tiller from the frame is done opposite order then explained in §2.3 . As shown in figure 15 . Pull the lock lever upward and backward to release position . Now pull with the lever the frame bushing (1) upward to separate it from the tiller tapered block . The electrical disconnection is being done at the same action .
Caddy 4.3 Removing the basket Remove the basket from the rear part of the Caddy . See figure 7. 4.4 Removing the batteries • To remove the batteries from their housing , pull up each one of the batteries with it’s handle upward . This action will release the batteries securing snaps (1) from the housing slots (2). No need to connect any electric connection this is done at the same one action .
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Caddy 4.5 Removing the rear wheels • In case of need to remove the wheels from the frame to earn some more volume reduction of the Caddy , do is in opposite order than installing them . See figure 17 and §2.2 .
Caddy 5. TRANSPORTING THE CADDY IN A CAR AND STORING THE CADDY AT HOME 5.1 Transporting the Caddy in a car trunk See figure 18: The Caddy can easily be taken on trips in most cars because of its compact build and the ease of folding and disassembly into portable parts. Please follow these steps and make sure you read the warnings carefully when you want to take the Caddy in your car. • Follow the instructions in chapter 4 to fold and disassemble the Caddy .
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Caddy 5.2 Lifting heavy parts Parts of the scooter weighing more than 10 kg. Should be lifted by the indicated locations marked with arrows and numbered 1 & 2. (see figure 19) a. Tiller b.
Caddy 5.3 Storing the Caddy at home To allow the Caddy minimum storing volume and floor space while stored at home , it is recommended to fold both the seat and the handlebar and store it at one of the two position illustrated in figures 20a or 20b . Pay attention on the second option to lay the rear part of the Caddy on the rubber bumpers . For explanation about folding the seat see §4.1 . For explanation about folding the handlebar see §3.11 .
Caddy 6. CHARGING THE BATTERIES Your Caddy can be supplied standard with a battery charger. It is important you only use the charger supplied with the scooter for charging the batteries. The charger and batteries are an integral part of the electronic system of the scooter. The different parts of the electronic system are carefully selected and tuned into one another to get an optimal performance and lifetime from your batteries.
Caddy • When the charging is ready first take the power lead from the wall socket before you disconnect the charger plug (1) from the charging point (3) on the scooter. Figure 21 6.2 Attention points when charging • While the charger plug (1) is inserted in the charging socket of your Caddy, you can not drive the scooter.
Caddy The safety system of the Caddy prevents you from driving with the charger connected. • There is no need to disconnect the charger from the scooter immediately after the charging process is completed, however don’t leave the charger connected to your scooter for longer than two weeks. • Under ideal circumstances the batteries will not loose their charge for a period of about 6 months.
Caddy • • • Connect the charger plug to the charging socket of the rack. Connect the power lead of the charger to a wall socket. Continue by following the instructions in §6.1. ATTENTION: When the charging rack is used for charging the batteries, battery discharge indicator on the scooter does not automatically reset to full (4 lights lit). To reset the battery discharge indicator after you installed the batteries as described in §2.4 you should turn the Caddy ON using the key switch.
Caddy 7. TROUBLESHOOTING There are a number of smaller problems and malfunctions that can easily be fixed by yourself using this guide. When you find you can not solve the problem, always call your AFIKIM dealer and ask for service. Do not open the any of the parts of the Caddy to attempt repairs by yourself, this is a specialized job. Small repairs and maintenance that can be done by yourself is described in chapter 8. 7.
Caddy Nr. Problem Possible cause Possible solution 1. One or more connectors may be loose. Check all connectors and reconnect them. One of the reset fuses on the battery housing has popped. See figure 22: check the fuses on the battery housing and reset them by pressing them when popped (no more than 2 times) An electronic fault tripped the controler on start-up.
Caddy 2. The battery discharge indicator indicates a low battery charge When you slightly press the throttle lever you don’t hear a click. The batteries need to Recharge the be charged. batteries. The automatic parking brake does not function. DO NOT DRIVE! Call you dealer and ask for service. 4. When you check the throttle lever, it does not return to the middle position. The lever is stuck on the shrouds or the internal spring is broken. DO NOT DRIVE! Call your dealer and ask for service.
Caddy 7.2 Troubleshooting the battery charger Nr. Problem Possible cause Possible solution 1. The wall socket does not carry any current . Check the fuses in your home . The charger light does not light up with the charger connected to the wall socket. The charger is broken. 2. 3. 4. Replace the charger, ask for service from your dealer. The light on the charger lights up RED while the charger plug is connected to the charging point on the scooter.
Caddy Figure 22 A service manual for use by the dealer is available in the English language and can be ordered at AFIKIM Electric Vehicles in Israel.
Caddy 8. SMALL MAINTENANCE AND PERIODIC CHECKS By following these maintenance instructions you can keep the Caddy in good condition for a long period of time. These maintenance points can easily be done by yourself or someone without technical background. Here are the instructions for small maintenance, of course you can also choose to have this maintenance done by your dealer. We advice you to also have your Caddy checked by your dealer once every year, instructions on this can be found in chapter 9.
Caddy ATTENTION: Don’t use excessive amounts of water when cleaning especially around the tiller where most of the electronics are located and around the batteries in the back. Electronics and water don’t mix. Never use a high pressure cleaner or hose to clean the Caddy.
Caddy ATTENTION: The tire pressure of inflatable tires needs to be checked before every trip! The tire pressure is a main factor in the range and stability of the Caddy. Check the tires every month for external damage. Check every month that the tire is securely on the rim, check the entire perimeter and on both sides of the rim. The accurate tire pressure is 2.4 bar.(35 PSI) Always use a pump with a pressure gage to get the right tire pressure, don’t over-inflate the tires.
Caddy 8.6 Checking the parking brake Check your parking brake every 6 months, check the operation and the condition of the brake, please follow these steps: • • • Try to push the scooter with the key switch in the OFF position. This test is successful if you cannot push the scooter. Switch the scooter ON with the key switch, repeat the test, again the test is successful if you cannot push the scooter. Sit on the scooter and push the throttle lever slightly, until you hear the parking brake click.
Caddy 8.7 Replacing the batteries The batteries of the Caddy should be replaced when their capacity has reduced noticeably. You will know when you need to charge the scooter more often than normal or when the range of the scooter is less than it used to be. The ageing of the batteries is a gradual process and it is therefore sometimes difficult to say when exactly the batteries should be replaced.
Caddy 8.8 Discarding of old or damaged batteries 8.8.1 Discarding of old batteries Old batteries contain several valuable materials that can be recycled, they also contain materials that are harmful to man and the environment. For this reason batteries should never be discarded in the environment, but handed in at government appointed collection points for chemical waste and batteries. Please check with your local authorities to get the address of the collection point near you.
Caddy ATTENTION: If the acid gel got into your eyes or on your skin despite the precautions taken, immediately rinse with running water. The eyes can be washed by using a small glass half filled with water. Place it over your eye and tilt your head backwards. Always contact your doctor or a first aid centre near you. 8.9 Programming the controller The Caddy is equipped with a programmable motor controller.
Caddy Figure 24 ATTENTION: Only the indicated parameters are to be adjusted, and only in the direction as indicated. • UP throttle becomes less to trembling • TREMOR COMP sensitive hands. ACCEL MAX SPEED DOWN • ACCEL MIN SPEED DOWN • REV ACCEL MAX DOWN accelerates slower at high speed setting. accelerates slower at low speed setting. accelerates slower at high speed reverse • setting. REV ACCEL MIN DOWN accelerates slower at low speed reverse • setting.
Caddy • M2 MIN SPD DOWN reduces minimum speed at high speed • setting. M1 REV MAX SPD DOWN reduces maximum speed at low speed • reverse setting. M2 REV MAX SPD DOWN reduces minimum speed at high speed reverse setting. ATTENTION: Disregarding above instructions may lead to dangerous situations for the user of the vehicle! ATTENTION: Disregarding above instructions means all warranty will be void and the product liability of the manufacturer will be drastically reduced.
Caddy 9. SERVICE AND REPAIRS Chapter 8 indicated which small maintenance and repair jobs you can undertake yourself to keep your Caddy in good condition. This chapter describes the regular service and repair work that should be done by your dealers service workshop. We advise you to make an appointment once every year to have your Caddy checked by your dealer.
Caddy All parts must be replaced by an authorised mechanic Name part number Controller Front board Charger board Display board F1 SMT fuse slow blow 2.5 A F2 slow blow fuse 1.25 A Battery Fiamm 12V 18 Ah. Battery Portalac 12V 17 Ah. Rear wheel tire ø250x50 Front wheel tire ø250x50 Inflatable tire ø250x50 Inflatable tube 10”x2” PC00099 PC00100 PC00106 PC00103 FU00010 FU00005 AS00656 AS00125 9.
Caddy 10 LABELLING 10.1 The type plate The Caddy type plate is located on the inside of the tiller as indicated in figure 25. Do not remove this label! Make sure it is readable, the label identifies the vehicle in case of warranty and the legal obligation of tracking and tracing the product in case of a factory recall.
Caddy 10.2 Other labels 1. ON/OFF key switch This key switch switches the power to the controller of the scooter On and OFF. 2. Freewheel knob for parking brake In case you need to push the scooter, this knob will release the parking brake. WARNING: never use this function when you are on or near an incline. You may roll down the incline with no way to stop the scooter. 3.
Caddy 6. Danger of pinching This label marks spots where a danger of pinching your hands or fingers exists. Be careful handling these spots and make sure you read the warnings printed in this manual. 7. Warning typical use and safe slope This label indicates the typical usage of the scooter (inhouse use), the maximum user weight (100 kg.) and the maximum safe slope (3°) 10.
Caddy 8. ON/OFF light Green light is lit when you turn the key switch to the ON position. 9. Reverse driving This arrow indicates the left throttle handle is intended for reverse driving. 10. Forward driving This arrow indicates the right throttle handle is intended for forward driving. 11. Light symbol The light symbol indicates the location of the red light switch at the lower front of the panel below the symbol. 12.
Caddy 11. CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 17-02-2002 We "AFIKIM ELECTRIC VEHICLES" LOCATED IN kibbutz Afikim, Israel, Manufacturers Electric Powered Vehicles for elderly and physically challenged. As detailed hereunder, that are place in European market, Declares that our products conforms and meets the essential requirements set out in Annex I of the Medical device Directive EEC 93/42EEC. The product approved by TNO in accordance the safety standard of EN-12184.
Caddy 12. WARRANTY STATEMENT Afikim Electric Vehicles strives to bring excellent products to the market, however from time to time problems may occur. • • • • • This warranty covers all manufacturing faults and defects that may come to light in the parts and constructions of the product for a period of 24 months calculated from the date of shipment ex factory. In this case the date on the shipping bill. The warranty is limited to the value of the faulty parts or construction and the replacement thereof.
Caddy • Damage as a result of an accident, a collision in traffic or damage as a result of “force major”, war or a terrorist attack are also excluded from this warranty.
Caddy 13. PHONE NUMBERS AND ADDRESSES The manufacturer of the Caddy is: AFIKIM ELECTRIC VEHICLES KIBBUTZ AFIKIM 15148, ISRAËL Tel: Fax: Email: Website: 00 972 4 675 48 14 00 972 4 675 14 56 mainbox@ afiscooters.com www.afiscooters.com Your supplier is: IN CASE OF MALFUNCTIONS CALL:.....................................................
