Loading a Scooter
Parking the Scooter on the Platform: Before loading the scooter, verify that the platform has been lowered all the way to the ground. Set your scooter’s speed control at a slow speed so that you may maneuver comfortably onto the platform. You must driv e onto the platform from the driver’s side of the vehicle. Park the scooter such that the front wheel(s) is(are) on top of the front wheel scooter adapter.
Securing the Scooter to the Platform: The Pioneer platform has a restraint attached to each corner of the platform. Each restraint has a hook at the end. Place each hook in either the anchor plate slot, or in each
To release, simply press the release tab, and remove the hooks.
Folding Seat Backs: If your scooter has a folding seat back you may wish to fold it to the down position. This will allow you more clearance when loading the scooter into the vehicle. Depending on the size of your scooter, you may need to remove the head rest to provide sufficient clearance.
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Stowing the Scooter: While holding the hand control, stand to the side and away from the lift. Press the up button again. The lift will raise and retract into the vehicle. The lift is retracted fully when the platform is inside of the vehicle and the lift’s motion stops. At this point release the button. Secure the hand control by placing it on the hook and loop patch attached to the lift. Close the rear door carefully taking notice of any baskets, backpacks or additional items attached to the scooter that may be hit by the door.
