The OWNER’S MANUAL Apollo Owner’s Manual (Part Code: Z40977-00 Rev A) Page 1 of 11
APOLLO OWNER’S MANUAL CONTENTS 1) Parts Description 2) Introduction 3) Personal Safety 4) Transportation, Assembly and Disassembly 5) Control Functions Description 6) Battery Charging 7) Battery Maintenance 8) Care and Maintenance 9) Troubleshooting 10) Specification 11) Service Record 12) Warranty PARTS DESCRIPTION PHOTOGRAPH 1: SCOOTER CONTROL POD HEADLAMP SEAT (COMPLETE WITH SEAT STEM) BASKET SEAT LOCKING PIN TILLER ADJUSTMENT HANDLE REAR LAMP TOWING HANDLE ANTI-TIP WHEELS POWER PACK PHOTOGRAPH 2:
INTRODUCTION The Wheeltech Apollo has been designed for a single occupant mass of up to 115kg (18 stone). The Apollo scooter is designed for use indoors and limited outdoor use. The scooter can be used on pavements and can be used to cross roads. Lights are included on the Apollo for night time use, however these lights are not suitable for use on roads. All Medicare Technology medical devices are manufactured to the highest standards in accordance with EEC/93/42 and are CE marked.
PERSONAL SAFETY FREEWHEEL DEVICE Before operating the scooter, ensure the freewheel lever is engaged in the ‘DRIVE’ position. Failure to do could result in injury or damage TURNING AND USING ON A GRADIENT GUIDELINES Avoid sharp turns at high speed as this could result in the scooter tipping. This is especially relevant when turning on a gradient. The scooter has been designed to climb gradients up to a maximum of 12°.
PERSONAL SAFETY Note : Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, and cassette players, and small appliances, such as electric shavers and hairdryers, so far as we know, are not likely to cause EMI problems to your powered wheelchair/scooter. Following the guidelines set out below should reduce the chances of unintended brake release or powered wheelchair/scooter movement, which could result in serious harm or injury. 1.
SEAT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION TO REMOVE THE SEAT WITH THE SEAT STEM 1. Ensure the seat is in one of the ENGAGED positions (see diagram below) 2. Remove the seat stem locking pin (see Parts Description). 3. Pull the seat up. TO INSERT THE SEAT WITH THE SEAT STEM 1. Insert the seat stem in to the scooter 2. Line up the holes at the required height and insert the seat stem locking pin through the scooter and seat stem. 3. Adjust the seat if necessary by following the guidelines below.
4. CONTROL FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION 6. BATTERY GAUGE 4. SPEED SELECTOR DIAL 9. LIGHT INDICATOR 5. POWER LED 8. LIGHTS 7. HORN 3. CONTROL PADDLE RIGHT 2. CONTROL PADDLE LEFT 1. IGNITION Please refer to the diagram above. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Power LED. When this LED is illuminated constantly it means the Ignition. Turn the key supplied in the scooter is on and ready to use. ignition to switch on the scooter. 6. Battery Gauge. The battery gauge indicates how much power there is left in Paddle Control Left.
BATTERY CHARGING The Apollo comes with battery charger and removable power pack (see Parts Description section). This power pack contains the batteries for recharging. The power pack can be charged either on board the scooter or when removed. The charger has two LEDs. One will illuminate red when there is power from the mains to charger. The second LED will illuminate amber whilst charging and then turn green when charging is almost complete. To charge the power pack: 1.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • • • • Clean the Apollo with a damp cloth and dust down approximately once a week to preserve the appearance of the Apollo. Adjust the tiller height and return to the original position and swivel the seat once a week to ensure the parts adjust and remove smoothly and easily when required. Check for signs of wear and tear on the tyres and the upholstery on a regular basis.
SERVICE RECORD YEAR Section 1: Controls On/Off Switch Wigwag Paddle Output plug Operation Dynamic Braking Static Braking Section 2: Batteries Type (SLA/AGM/Gl) Compartment Connections Wiring Battery test Section 3: Wheels Type Pressure Tyre Wear Wheel Bearings Wheel Nuts Tight Tab Washers Lubricated / Greased Section 4: Chassis General Condition Swivel Bearings Tiller Pivot List Items Repaired Service Dealer Name 1 Year 1 2 3 4 Year 2 5 YEAR Section 5: Motor Wiring Mounting Function Noise Level Com
WARRANTY DETAILS APOLLO WARRANTY There is a comprehensive twelve month warranty from the date on which your new Apollo scooter is delivered. The warranty covers the scooter for repairs or replacement during this period. For more detail, please see the Warranty Conditions below. Warranty Conditions: 1. Any work or replacement part installation must be carried out by an authorised Medicare Technology dealer / service agent. 2.
