V I I . O P E R A T I O N
BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR SCOOTER
νHave you fully charged the batteries? See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”
νIs the manual freewheel lever in the drive (down) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever pulled up unless you are manually pushing your scooter.
GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
WARNING! Never attempt to board or exit your scooter without first removing the key from the key switch. This will prevent the scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made.
2.Stand at the side of your scooter.
3.Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you.
4.Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
5.Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
6.Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
7.Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
8.Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
νIs the seat at the proper height? See VIII. “ Comfort Adjustments.”
νIs the seat locked securely in place?
νIs the tiller at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See VIII. “Comfort Adjustments.”
νIs the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the “on” position? See V. “Your Scooter.”
νDoes the scooter’s horn work properly?
νIs your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
νHave you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
OPERATING YOUR SCOOTER
Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while operating your scooter. This driving position gives you the most control over your vehicle.
νSet the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed.
νPress your thumb against the appropriate throttle control lever.
νThe electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial.
νPull on the left handgrip to steer your scooter to the left.
νPull on the right handgrip to steer your scooter to the right.
νMove the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
νTo stop, slowly release the throttle control lever. The electronic brakes will automatically engage when your scooter comes to a stop.
NOTE: Your scooter’s reverse speed is slower then that of the forward speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial.
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