Owner`s manual
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Currie Technologies
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Currie Technologies
®
OM Direct Drive Scooters - 2012.indd
Modied 05/25/2012
THROTTLE AND BRAKE OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT
THROTTLE OPERATION
The speed of the Electro-Drive™
scooter is controlled by a grip-
twist throttle, which is located on
the handlebar.
To check the throttle operation,
turn the power switch to the
“OFF” position. Fully twist the
throttle then quickly release it.
The throttle is spring loaded and
should immediately spring back
to its original (also know as “Zero
Position) position.
To accelerate, twist the right hand throttle grip towards you as you stand
on the deck plate. The more you twist the throttle, the faster the motor will
propel the scooter until you reach the scooter’s top speed.
To go slower, or coast to a slower speed, allow the throttle to spring back to
its original position. To decelerate or come to a complete stop, release the
throttle and allow it to return automatically to its original position. Then squeeze
the brake lever(s) to activate the brake(s). Remember to release the throttle
whenever you apply the brake.
The throttle and its components are fully assembled and
tested at the factory. Do not attempt to adjust them at
any time. If you feel the throttle and/or components are in
need of service DO NOT RIDE THE SCOOTER! Contact
Currie Technologies
®
Customer Service number at
1-800-377-4532.
If you do not fully understand how to operate your scooter
throttle properly, DO NOT RIDE YOUR SCOOTER.
Contact Currie Technologies Customer Service for
information and instructions at 1-800-377-4532.
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
TURTLE (Slow speed)
Turn dial counter-clockwise to
reduce the overall top speed
RABBIT (top speed)
Turn dial clockwise to increase
the overall top speed up to the
maximum of 9mph
The overall top speed of the Scoot-E is controlled
via the knob located on the handlebar.
RABBIT-TURTLE SWITCH
This switch limits the top speed of the Scoot-E. The top speed can vary from
less than 2mph (dial turned all the way to the left) up to 10mph (dial turned
all the way to the right).
HOW TO USE THE THROTTLE LED’S
When the throttle is engaged (powering the motor) and the scooter is in
motion, the LED’s on the throttle indicate instantaneous line voltage as
measured at the battery terminals -- and not the available energy in the
battery pack.
The line voltage will fluctuate depending on the instantaneous load that the
motor is under. For example, when starting out from a dead stop, or going
up a steep hill, the motor will be under a high load and the “Yellow” or even
“Red” LED will illuminate. To a lesser degree, another factor that influences
the load on the motor (and therefore the LED readings) is the gearing of the
motor. Scooters with Direct Drive (DD) gearboxes are geared for slightly