airea300 Owner’s Manual
Introduction
Layout
Assembly
Safety
Riding advice
Maintenance & Repair
Trouble shooting
Specification
Warranty
introduction
Thank you for purchasing your new airea300 electric scooter. It is appreciated.
To get the most use (and fun) from your airea300 please read these words carefully before taking a ride and follow all the
instructions.
Please note that it is unlawful to use this vehicle on public highways or pavements. It is recommended for use by people aged 12
years or over. Airea300s are designed for use on relatively flat, smooth and hard surfaces and is not suitable for ‘heavy’ off-roading
but will navigate grass, tracks, dirt and gravel. Its wheels cannot safely ride over objects larger than 5 cm high. Never ride your
airea up or down kerbs or over any hazard larger than 5 cm high as it may damage the scooter and injure you. Terrain, inclines
and payload weight will of course affect performance.
Finally, Charles & Lawrence Ltd t/as airea scooters accept no responsibility for any accidents, loss, damage, theft, as a result of the
misuse or use of your airea.
That said, enjoy!
David Perry
airea
Charles and Lawrence Ltd
Layout (what’s where)
assembly (the first of two pages on this subject)
Although, your airea300 and packaging were both checked before they left us, please inspect the package for any damages and
make a note of them. Open the package and please check for any internal damage. Please contact us immediately if something
isn’t right.
Remove your airea300 from the packaging.
Pull down the kickstand (underneath the left hand side of the platform as you face forwards).
Ensure that the starter key is turned to the ‘off’ or 12 o’clock / 6 o’clock position.
Move the black nylon retainer clip away from the limiting bar.
Secure the handle bars. Lift the handlebars carefully to an upright position by putting one foot on the platform and pushing the
handlebars and t-bar to an upright position.
Slide the black nylon locking ring, as far up as it will go and twist it so that the slot at its base faces directly to the rear of the
airea.
Gently lift and push the steel limiting bar, into the slot in the nylon ring. If you have to force it, the nylon ring slot either isn’t
aligned or can be pushed further up.
Once the limiting bar is locked, please turn the black nylon locking ring 180 degrees around so that the slot now faces forwards,
retaining the limiting bar.
Turn the black nylon retainer clip, further down the stem, to grip the limiting bar.
assembly continued (the second and final page on this subject)
You can now fit the handlegrips using the nuts and bolts supplied by simply inserting them into the T bar at the top of the
handlebars. Do tighten the nuts and bolts supplied.
Ensure that your tyres are inflated properly to 25lbs.Your tyres can be inflated using the Valve adaptor supplied as part of the
tool kit (the small black bag).
Check that all screws, nuts, chain, wheels, tyres, everything really, are tight, neither damaged or missing.
Although the battery will show that it is charged, it is suggested that you charge the battery for as long as possible after delivery,
at least five hours, anyway.
Connect the charger supplied to your airea using the small three pin plug inserted into the charger connector under the
platform, on the left hand side as you face forwards, towards the front, first removing the plastic cover. Then plug the other end
of the charger cable in to your power socket using the standard UK plug supplied. When the battery is fully charged the LED on
the transformer turns from red to green. The charger can then be removed from your airea, turning the power off to your socket
first, then your airea.
Check that there is approximately 5 mm of play in the chain, approximately 2.5 mm up toward the platform and 2.5 mm down
toward the ground.
Done.Your new airea is fully assembled and ready to go! It is suggested that you run your scooter’s battery as flat as possible on
this first outing, then recharge it. Thereafter, you don’t need to run the battery flat – it improves performance and longevity of
your airea.
safety (the 11 Commandments)
Before you get going, a few pieces of safety advice, some of it common sense, but hey?
1. Firstly, please check that you have done all that we’ve said above! Check that all screws, nuts, chain, wheels, tyres, everything
really, are tight and not missing. Its good to check your brakes, tyre pressure and horn before you set-off each time you use
your airea.
2. Ensure that your limiting bar is fully retained by the locking ring and that your retainer clip fully grips the limiting bar.
3. Check that your accelerator grip springs back to the off position properly, whenever it is released.
4. Please check your relevant insurance policies to ensure that you have an appropriate level of cover in the event of accident,
loss or theft.
5. We have to repeat that it is unlawful to use your airea on roads or pavements.
6. Always wear a helmet.
7. Do not ride your airea in bad weather, in poor light e.g. at night or when conditions do not allow you full visibility.
8. We recommend that young people over 14 years of age and adults only ride our scooter.
9. Try to keep younger ones away from your airea.
10. Always turn your airea off when not in use. Store your airea in a place where unauthorised folk cannot use it.
11. It is your responsibility, as its owner, to carefully advise folk on how to use your airea and ensure that our advice here is
passed on and followed.
Riding advice
Put on your safety helmet, ensuring that it fits properly and is secured.
Ensure that the brake functions well, the accelerator springs back to the off position, the horn works properly and that your
tyres are inflated to the required pressure.
Make sure that you are still not plugged into the charger!
Make sure the kickstand is up and fully retained.
Ensure that your limiting bar is fully retained by the nylon locking ring and that your retainer clip fully grips the limiting bar.
Turn your starter key to the 2 o’clock position, looking forwards.
Practice starting and stopping in a safe area until you feel comfortable with how your airea operates, accelerates, handles and
brakes.
Push off without using the accelerator as you would a push scooter, get some momentum going.
If you are reading this whilst riding, stop!
Hold the brake with your left hand without engaging it and gently turn the grey accelerator handle towards you with your right
hand. Try to accelerate slowly avoiding sudden and jerky starts.
Place one foot on the platform, the black-treaded horizontal bit and one on the angled tread area at the back over the rear
wheel.
To increase your speed, slowly turn the accelerator more toward you. To decrease your speed, slowly turn the accelerator away
from you.
As you are riding, gently squeeze the brake with your left hand to get a feel of how the brake responds. When applying the brake,
decrease the power on the accelerator by rotating the accelerator towards you at the same time, however, the brake will cut the
motor anyway.
Whilst riding your airea, maintain gentle and constant acceleration. Continuous turning of the accelerator from on to off will
significantly diminish the battery’s charge and life.
Always ensure that you have enough charge in your battery to reach your destination and carry the charger in a back-pack with
you if there is any doubt.
When not riding your airea always remove the starter key.
Maintenance & Repair
Regularly check that all rivets, nuts, bolts and chain are securely tightened and are intact.
Regularly inspect your brake, horn, wheels, tyres and handlebars to ensure that they are secure and intact.
Check that your accelerator grip springs back to the off position properly, whenever it is released.
Never remove the four lock nuts that hold the front wheel / tyre to the front forks without first deflating the tyre.
After riding, please adjust the brake. Relax the brake handle, loosen the nuts on the brake arm completely then pull the brake
handle and wire back and push out the disc brake arm gently toward the front of your airea. Tighten up all nuts and bolts.
Regularly check for loose wiring.
Nobody likes to see a dirty airea. Clean the frame, platform with a damp cloth and mild detergent and dry thoroughly, after first
checking that the starter key is in the 12 o’clock position and your airea isn’t connected to your charger.
Do not use abrasive detergents or cloths to clean your airea.
Always turn off your airea using the starter key by turning it to the 12 o’clock position when not in use.
After the first charge, we recommend running the battery flat, until your airea no longer moves. A recharge will take 6 to 8
hours, but will help ensure the lifetime of the battery and its top performance. Recharge as much as possible after
every use. If you haven’t used your airea for some time (not sure how that would happen) recharge your airea at least once a
month, or disconnect the battery.
Trouble shooting
Problem
Remedy
Speed slows
You are running low on battery power. Recharge for 6-8
hours.
Tyre pressure low
Reinflate your tyres to 25 lbs pressure.
Brake system too tight / loose
Your brake isn’t working effectively. Adjust your brake cable/
pad – see Maintenance above.
Charger fails to charge
1. Your charger has failed. Replace. 2. Fuses have blown. Replace using fuses in your tool kit.
Constant low power, despite proper recharge
Your battery has reached the end of its life. Replace.
If you encounter any of the above problems when you first unpack your airea, then please let us know.
Motor does not power the back wheel
One of the fuses has failed or a connection to the motor has
failed, or is damaged. Remove the platform, from the top of
your airea, check the fuses, replace as required with those
supplied, if the fuses are OK, check the wiring and replace as
required. The round fuse links to the accelerator, the square
box fuse links to the motor.
Motor works but the accelerator doesn’t
Steel Alloy
14 stones, 90 kg
12V, 12AH x 2
10”x 3” 6’
24V 300W
118 x 43 x 114
9.5 miles, 15 km
40 minutes
11.2 mph, 18 km/h
The motor and accelerator are fine but the brake switch cuts
off the motor.
Specification
Frame material
Max. Load
Battery
Tyre dimensions (ins)
Motor
Normal dimensions (cm)
Range per charge (up to)
Continuous run time (up to)
Maximum speed
Warranty
AIREA (Charles and Lawrence Ltd) – The Seller
27 kg
110 x 22.5 x 38
28 kg
116.5 x 28.5 x 43
6 - 8 hours
Rear disc brake
ABS
6°
Again, it is likely that the accelerator’s fuse has blown. Check
the round cabled fuse. Replace with the spare fuse supplied. If
there’s no improvement, replace the accelerator.
When applied the brake switch has two functions – one to
stop the scooter and the second to cut off power to the motor.
Net weight
Folded dimensions (cm)
Gross weight
Carton dimensions (cm)
Recharge time
Brake
Plastic Body Parts
Climbing capacity
Major parts of the scooter, including the battery, charger, motor and accelerator are warranted for a period of six (6) months
from delivery to you, the Buyer. Components have been manufactured to comply with the Specification above.
Our Warranty is invalidated if the Buyer fails to perform all general use, battery and maintenance procedures as set-out in this
Owner’s Manual and does not use the scooter in accordance with all riding and operating instructions therein. Please note that it
is unlawful and unsafe to use the scooter on public highways or pavements and that the airea is recommended for use by people
aged 14 and over. Our products are also designed for use on relatively smooth and hard surfaces only.
The foregoing warranty is in lieu of any and all other expressed or implied warranties including, but not limited to, any warranty
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
The Seller shall not be subject to any other obligations or liabilities whatsoever, either in contract or on account of negligence,
with respect to the products or any of the Seller’s obligations arising hereunder.
Under no circumstances shall the Seller be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages, expenses, losses or delays,
howsoever caused, including, without limitation, damages from decrease in income, increase in cost of any description or decrease in profits, or from failure of any part of the products furnished hereunder.
All liabilities upon the Seller on account of negligence or in tort are hereby waived by the Buyer. There are no warranties which
extend beyond the description in these terms and conditions.
Any claim under this Warranty and any obligation of the Seller hereunder is conditional upon the Seller receiving written notice
from the Buyer of any alleged defect within ten (10) working days after receiving the goods and, at Seller’s option, the return of
the allegedly defective goods.
Products may not be returned to the Seller for any reason after delivery to the Buyer without written approval of the Seller. No
third party, reseller, marketer or agent of the Seller is authorised to make any warranty in addition to or contrary to the foregoing.
The Seller’s liability with respect to the products sold hereunder shall be limited to the Warranty provided here and shall be
limited to, at the Seller’s option:
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Replacement or repair of the defective product, or
Repayment of the contractual price for the defective product.
The Seller shall not be subject to any other obligations or liabilities, whether arising out of breach of contract, warranty, tort
(including negligence and strict liability) or other theories of law, with respect to products sold by the Seller, or any undertakings,
acts or omissions relating thereto.
Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Seller specifically disclaims any liability for property damage or personal injury damages, penalties, special or punitive damages, damage for lost profits or revenues, loss of use of products or any associated
equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute products, facilities or services, down-time, shut-down costs, recall costs, or any other
types of economic loss, and for claims of the Buyer’s customers or any third party for any such damages.
The Seller shall not be liable for and disclaims all consequential, incidental and contingent damages whatsoever, including costs
incurred as a result of the use by the Buyer, the Buyer’s customers or the Buyer’s agent of a product made or distributed by the
Seller.
The Buyer shall indemnify the Seller against any and all losses, liabilities, damages and expenses (including without limitation, attorneys’ fees and other costs of defending any action) which the Seller may incur as a result of any claim by the Buyer or others
arising out of or in connection with the products sold hereunder and based on product defects not proven to have been caused
solely by Seller’s negligence.
In the event that the Buyer requests the Seller to deliver products to third parties, the Seller at its discretion may do so, but such
delivery shall be subject to these terms and conditions and the Seller shall have no liability which arises in whole or in part as a
result of the Buyer’s failure to inspect products due to their direct transmittal to a third party. The Seller shall have no liability for
costs incurred by the Buyer with such third parties whatsoever.
v3 September 2014 copyright Charles and Lawrence Ltd. Airea scooters is a trading name of Charles and Lawrence Ltd.
Registered address : 2 Wharf Mews, Winchester, Hampshire. S023 9WW Telephone : 0777 597 6802
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