SAFETY ADVICE
•Do not carry passengers.
•Do not exceed inclines over 8 degrees (14% grade).
•Do not turn on steep inclines.
•Do not turn suddenly at high speeds.
•Do not get on or off the scooter unless the brake is on and the scooter is switched off.
•Do not switch off the scooter while the scooter is moving.
•Do not drive the scooter where you can not safely or legally walk.
•Do not attempt to drive over curbs greater than 2 inches (5cm.) in height. Doing so could cause your scooter to turn over, causing injury or damage to the scooter. For curbs less than 2 inches, always approach them at an angle of 90 degrees and at a low speed.
•Do not drink or use a mobile phone when driving your scooter.
•Do not exceed the suggested user weight limit. Doing so, could cause personal injury and invalidate the warranty.
•Always keep your feet on the scooter when moving.
•Consult your doctor if there is any doubt about your ability to use a scooter safely.
•Always slow down and proceed carefully when traveling over rough or uneven ground.
•For individuals with balance problems, practice getting on the scooter with the assistance of a qualified healthcare professional.
•If equipped, DO NOT operate the scooter without
•Do not use an escalator to move a scooter between floors. Serious injury could occur.
•Do not drive the scooter on an incline that has oil, water or ice film on it.
•Do not try to lift the scooter by its seat, tiller, rear chassis cover, or any removable parts. Any of these could cause injury to the user or damage to the scooter.
•Do not use parts or accessories that are not authorized by Shoprider® Mobility Products.
•Before sitting in or exiting the scooter, REMOVE the key from the ignition. This will insure the POWER is off and the scooter can not move under its own power.
•As a general precaution, always remove the key from the ignition while the scooter is not in use. This will prevent use by untrained and unauthorized persons.
•Do not connect any medical device to the scooter battery. This could cause failure of the device, the scooter and personal injury.
•Make sure the tiller is properly adjusted to the user or damage and injury could result.
•Shoprider® Mobility Products doesn’t recommend that scooter users be transported in a vehicle WHILE they are in the scooter…and will not be responsible for any injury or damage that might result.
•Do not use the scooter in the rain, near a shower or in a damp bathroom. Direct exposure to rain or dampness could cause the scooter to electrically malfunction and prematurely rust.
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