Sterling Power Products Elite XS Guidance for safe operation and use, Travelling across slopes

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Guidance for safe operation and use

Mounting and dismounting kerbs

Your Scoota is capable of mounting and dismounting kerbs and obstacles up to 10cm (4").

Remember when climbing kerbs to drive forwards and face the kerb at 90°. Stopping about 30 - 60cm (I - 2 feet) away, select a medium to high speed setting and drive up without stopping. Leaning forwards will also help maximise your stability. (Fig. 13)

Note: Heavier users will require higher speed settings.

To dismount a kerb, face the kerb at 90°, but select a low speed setting. Move forward and slowly allow your Scoota to drop gently, front wheel(s) first from the kerb. The rear stabilising wheels may make contact with the kerb when dismounting this is normal.

Note: Low speed settings are also recommended when travelling down hill, particularly in reverse. Also, reduce your speed when turning corners. The anti-tip devices fitted with the scoota may interfere with kerbs when mounting and dismounting.

Travelling across slopes

Care should be taken traversing across a slope. (Fig. 14)

Note: Do not traverse across the face of a slope in excess of 10° (1 in 6).

Disregard of this advice could result in your Scoota tipping.

Fig. 13

Maximum kerb height 10cm (4")

(Scoota shown to illustrate kerb mounting)

Fig. 14

Maximum slope 10° (1 in 6)

(Scoota shown to illustrate travelling across slopes)

Use on the pavement

When using your Scoota on the pavement always be aware of pedestrians and situations which might require extra care. For example, young children and pets. Remember, especially when driving in public places, to drive with caution and regard for others at all times. When manoeuvring in confined areas, including shops, ensure the minimum speed is selected. If you leave your Scoota outside a shop ensure that it does not obstruct pedestrians, and remember to keep the key with you for security.

In the UK always set the speed to half. This is achieved by setting the Speed Knob to position 4.

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