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Re: Scooter shows "speed pot error". How do I fix that?
You will more than likely need a new speed pot but some are connected to the throttle pot as well so it could be that which is at fault. Could also be wiring or worst case, control box but this is unlikely.
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Within mobility scooters, error codes tend to be shared
Error 7. Speed Pot Fault.
The throttle, speed limit pot, SRW or their associated wiring may be faulty. ? Check the throttle and speed pot and associated connections and wiring.
Hi 7 flashes ( SPEED POT ERROR ) possible speed control pot ::: wig-wag. control lever ,is ,faulty or it's possible the computer (CONTROL BOX ,) is Faulty...Get in touch with pride mobility ,..www.pridemobility.com.au .. Cheers
Hi , the throttle pot , not the speed pot, that is the lever is fixed to, you push to go forward or backwards, please can you tell me the make and model of this scooter ?
Hi tandseaster,
I have owned my own business for 3 years and have been working on scooters and powerchairs for 15 years. I know exactly what the problem is. I can almost tell you what kind of scooter you have. In the future give as much info about the scooter as possible.
Your problem is the throttle pot or somtime called the engager.
You can do one of two things. 1. Open the faceplate to your tiller. look for a lock nut on the throttle pot. loosen it, on the bottom of the pot is a slot for a flat tip screwdriver. Take the key out before you start this procedure. You can turn the screw slot on the pot a little at a time, one way then the other. Turn the key back on, turn the speed pot to lowest speed so the scooter won't take off on you. Once you align the throttle pot to neutral tighten the lock nut. The easiest way to fix your problem is:
2. Replace the throttle pot.
Your problem will be fixed.
outback you will have to get a new speed pot and replace the old one. Contact the provider where you got your scooter to see if they will fix it for you Hope this helps
hi,
ok so 7 flashes is a speed pot related error, you need to make sure that the speed pot is in the central position , look under the stem and you should see a cross head , now that should be straight not at slight angle, without you touching the throttle lever , if you have a meter disconnect the pot and take a resistance reading, it should show about 2.5K - using the centre tap , if it is a 5K pot fitted , in fact for that controller it should be a 5K pot , please check the terminal connections on the controller, good fitting and clean.
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Regards
GeWiz.
csr4 Well it could be the throttle pot or the speed control pot My leanings is toward the throttle pot since it works in reverse with the speed pot not being changed but not forward. when you are just changing the position of the throttle to forward thereby changing the pot wiper and getting the error. Contact Pride about the problem at 1-800-800-8586 and ask for Tech support for scooters and explain your problem to them. I hope this helps
hi, first you need to check the connections to the batteries then to the motor controller, and don't dismiss the speed pot, disconnect the speed pot and try a normal 5K pot inplace of it, if the scooters responds you find the problem just a case of getting the right speed pot. Check the freewheel switch, normally it located on the motor side.
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