THINKING OF BUYING A MOBILITY SCOOTER?

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1 THINKING OF BUYING A MOBILITY SCOOTER?

2 List of Contents (3) Lisclare showroom (4) Reasons to buy from Lisclare (6) Choosing your Mobility Scooter (8) Getting your Scooter into a car boot (10) Scooter Insurance (11) Where can your Scooter go? (14) Scooter Battery Care (15) Scooter Maintenance (17) Storing your Scooter (18) Some of the Scooters we stock (24) Contact Details / Opening Times 2 P a g e

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4 SOME REASONS TO BUY FROM LISCLARE Lisclare is a locally owned company. It s simple, buying locally means that we are always on hand to help with any enquiries. We have been established over 14 years. If we were not reputable then we would not still be in business after 14 years. Our large showroom is open to the public. You get to see and try our scooters as well as meet the staff and see the other ranges of goods for sale. 4 P a g e

5 We operate a price match guarantee. If you can buy it for less anywhere in N.Ireland we will refund the difference. We have our own experienced engineers on site to service and repair what we sell. If you need advice, a service, parts or repairs then our engineers are here to help. You can test drive before you buy your scooter. You wouldn t buy a car without seeing it and driving it! Why should a scooter be any different? In good weather you can test drive our scooters outdoors, in wet conditions our showroom is big enough for you to test drive inside. We stock scooters from various suppliers. Variety is the spice of life! We carry most of our scooters as stock. If you like it, buy it and take it away. On items not carried as stock it will take 7 working days or less to deliver your scooter. We deliver free within Northern Ireland. Free delivery is all part of the Lisclare buying experience. We carry most parts and accessories for all our scooters. We hope you own your scooter for a long time, so when it needs a service or repair we aim to make your time without your scooter as short as possible. 5 P a g e

6 CHOOSING A MOBILITY SCOOTER There is a lot to take into account before buying a mobility scooter and you should take time to consider which type of scooter suits your needs best. Do you need to take your scooter out in the car with you? Then a foldable scooter or a model that is easily dismantled and transported should be at the top of your list. How big are you? What is your body size and weight? These may be personal questions but, whether you have a big or a small build, you need to choose a scooter model that will best accommodate your size so that you find it comfortable to use. 6 P a g e

7 Will you be mostly travelling on bad, cracked pavements and uneven ground? Then you will probably require a four-wheeled mobility scooter to provide you with maximum stability. What about the access to your property? How wide is it? You will need to pay attention to a scooters size and choose a model that you can get onto your property it s no good picking a mobility scooter and finding it is too wide to fit through your front gate! Everyone has different needs and we are more than pleased to give you all the help and advice you need to make your final decision a wise one. 7 P a g e

8 GETTING MY MOBILITY SCOOTER INTO A CAR? Most transportable mobility scooter models have been designed so they can fit easily into most cars by either folding down or dismantling it into easily manageable pieces that are stowed in the boot or on the back seat. The ZEN boot scooter above is dismantled and ready for carriage in a car boot. 8 P a g e

9 You are also able to take apart some of the larger mobility scooter models, however, because of their size the component parts will be heavier to lift. Although larger scooters are more comfortable to use - they are less easy to transport. If you have a people carrier or an estate car you may be able to get your scooter in using ramps. Although, this is fairly straightforward it is important that you select the right scooter and ramp combination. 9 P a g e

10 INSURANCE FOR MY MOBILITY SCOOTER? At the moment you are not legally required to have insurance for driving your scooter on the road. However, it would be a sensible precaution to take out an insurance policy to cover your mobility scooter against accidental damage, theft and third party liability, in case of damage or injury to someone else or their property. You will receive some information on insurance should you chose to buy from Lisclare. 10 P a g e

11 WHERE CAN I GO AND DO I NEED ROAD TAX If you have a scooter which is not capable of more than 4 mph you do not need to hold any "road tax". However, if your scooter is capable of more than 4mph, you are obliged to apply for a tax disc from their DVLA. The disc is free of charge and it is essentially a registering process for your machine. Generally speaking mobility scooters can be driven (with care!) on public pathways and pavements and the larger scooters, the ones that go at 8 miles per hour, are legally allowed on the roads. However, experience has taught us that driving your scooter on public roads should be avoided wherever possible. Do remember though that there are some obligations and restrictions as to where you can you use your mobility scooter. 11 P a g e

12 CLASS 2 MOBILITY SCOOTERS These scooters can legally travel up to 6.4kph (4mph) on pavements and are allowed on the road to cross from one to the other. Basically this allows you to drive anywhere you are permitted to travel on foot. The Class 2 category includes any 4 mph mobility and travel scooters. CLASS 3 MOBILITY SCOOTERS Class 3 category vehicles tend to be larger, than those found in Class 2, and can be driven on the roads where they can travel up to a speed of 12.8kph (8mph). Most class 3-mobility scooters have two speed settings, usually changed by a switch so it is usually possible to drive at 6.4 kph (4mph) and switch to 12.8kph (8mph). Remember - 6.4kph (4mph) maximum speed is permitted on the pavement or footpath. 12.8kph (8mph) maximum speed is permitted only on the road. Not for use on the pavement or footpath. 12 P a g e

13 You do not require a driving license to use a Class 3 vehicle but you should obey the Highway Code at all times, including complying with relevant eyesight requirements and not driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs etc. Class 3 vehicles are not allowed on motorways, bicycle tracks or bus/cycle lanes. Although legally allowed on dual carriageways, with a compliant size, flashing beacon - this is not recommended. The law requires all class 3 vehicles to be fitted with: lights, indicators, horn, rear view mirror, rear reflectors and a manual handbrake. A flashing beacon can be used when driving on the road and must be used if driving on a dual carriageway 13 P a g e

14 MOBILITY SCOOTER BATTERY CARE Keep your batteries fully charged. Every time you get back from a trip out put your scooter on charge, even if you only nipped down to the corner shop. Keep your batteries clean if you go out in the mud and rain wipe them down with a dry cloth before you put your scooter away, also try and make sure the terminals are greased. Keep your batteries cool don't store them near fires or radiators. Keeping your batteries charged even when your scooter is not in use is very important. Leaving your scooter for periods of time without charging the batteries will result in the batteries needing replaced. Always read your user handbook for a guide to battery charging. 14 P a g e

15 MOBILITY SCOOTER MAINTENANCE Keep your mobility scooter clean. This will help prevent dirt and grime from getting into any moving parts and causing premature wear. Also check the scooter's underside every few weeks removing any obstructions you find and any build up of dirt, especially from around the steering rack and battery terminals. Try to keep your mobility scooter dry. At some time you will get caught out in the rain, when you return home wipe down your scooter with a clean cloth, paying particular attention to the seat and upholstery, this will help stop any premature corrosion. You can easily protect your scooter from the elements by using a wet weather cover: see a range of these in our wet weather wear on line and in our showroom. 15 P a g e

16 If possible store your scooter in a clean and dry environment. Mobility scooters perform much better and run more smoothly if not subjected to extreme temperatures or damp. You can look in our scooter accessories section on our website or in our showroom to find some storage ideas. 16 P a g e

17 STORING MY MOBILITY SCOOTER Wherever you store your mobility scooter it should be in a secure, clean and dry environment that is protected from damp and extreme temperatures (both hot and cold). Some people store their scooters inside their homes, usually in the kitchen or hallway. Generally speaking, though, it is better to use an outdoor shed or garage with a power supply so you can charge your scooter after it has been used. If you do not have access to a shed or garage, don t worry, you can keep your mobility scooter under a cover. These are ideal if you only have a limited amount of space and want to keep it close to your home and you will be able to recharge your scooter using an extension cable only when it is safe to do so, of course! 17 P a g e

18 The Libre LX Scooter from Pride 1. Maximum speed of this mobility scooter is 6kph (4mph 2. The total weight of this scooter is 42kg including batteries. The heaviest part of the scooter when it is dismantled is the base without the seat and batteries and it weighs 23kg (50.5 lbs 3. The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is 113kg or 18 stone 4. The maximum range of this scooter when fully charged 16 kilometers or 10 miles. 18 P a g e

19 The GoGo Traveller Elite from Pride 1. Maximum speed of this mobility scooter is 6kph (4mph) 2. The total weight of this scooter is 42kg including batteries. The heaviest part of the scooter when it is dismantled is the base without the seat and batteries and it weighs 15.58kg (34.50 lbs 3. The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is kg or 18 stone 19 P a g e 4. The maximum range of this scooter when fully charged is 16 kilometers or 10 miles.

20 The Zen Boot Scooter from Heartway 1. The ZEN is a boot scooter with suspension 2. Maximum speed of this mobility scooter is 6kph (4mph) 3. The total weight of this scooter is 62kg including batteries and 48kg without batteries. 4. The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is 135kgkg or 21 stone 20 P a g e 5. The maximum range of this scooter when fully charged is 15 kilometers or 9.5 miles.

21 The LEO Scooter from Invacare 1. Maximum speed of this mobility scooter is 8kh (5mph) 2. The total weight of this scooter is 59kg excluding batteries 83kg including batteries. 3. The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is 136kg or 300lbs Approx 21.5 stone. 4. The maximum range of this scooter when fully charged is 36 kilometers or 22 miles 21 P a g e

22 The Orion Scooter from Invacare 1. Maximum speed of this mobility scooter is 10kh 2. The total weight of this scooter is 110kg including batteries. 3. The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is 136kg or 300lbs Approx 21.5 stone. 4. The maximum range of this scooter when fully charged 42 kilometers or 26 miles. 22 P a g e

23 The Comet Scooter from Invacare 1. The Maximum speed of this scooter is 12.8kh (8mph) 2. The total weight of this scooter is 136kg including 2 x 75ah batteries. 3. The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is 160kg Approx 25 stone. 4. The maximum range of this scooter when fully charged 55 kilometers or 34 miles. 23 P a g e

24 CONTACT DETAILS. Call Shane on Our website Our showroom is at; 38 Montgomery Road Belfast BT6 9HL Opening hours: Monday Friday 9.00am 5.00pm Closed for lunch 1.00pm 1.45pm 24 P a g e