6 OPERATING THE POWERED SCOOTER
6.2Operating the Scooter
WARNING
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
DO NOT make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe the warning can cause the scooter to tip over and may result in injury to user and/ or damage to the product.
To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the powered scooter.
Ensure seat is properly locked before attempting transfer into or out of the powered scooter. Attempting unsafe transfers may cause a fall from the powered scooter resulting in bodily injury.
For individuals with balance problems, practice transferring activities with an assistant in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional. DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the powered scooter without assistance.
1.Before operating the powered scooter, review Control Panel on page 24.
2.Install the batteries. Refer to Removing/Installing the Batteries on page 48.
3.Charge the batteries. Refer to Charging the Batteries on page 50.
4.Transfer to the seat:
•Flip up the armrest to make entering easier.
•Rotate the seat to the direction of transfer. Refer to Adjusting 90° Seat Swivel on page 37.
5.Once you have transferred into the seat, rotate seat to the forward position and flip arms down.
6.Adjust the tiller to a comfortable angle. Refer to Adjusting the Tiller Angle on page 41.
7.Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting.
For driving indoors or on uneven terrain, a slower speed is recommended. For soft terrain or steep inclines (no greater than 8°), a faster speed may be necessary.
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