21Shuttle
VII. OPERATION
GETTING ON YOUR SHUTTLE
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
2. Stand at the side of your Shuttle.
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.
9. Follow the checklist below. Familiarize yourself with this checklist, since some of the checks must be
performed before you get on your Shuttle.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
üHave you fully charged the batteries? See VI. Batteries and Charging.
üIs the manual freewheel lever in the drive (down) position? See V. Description. Never leave the
manual freewheel lever pulled up unless you are manually pushing your Shuttle.
üIs your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
üHave you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
üAre you positioned comfortably in the seat? See Getting On Your Shuttle above.
üIs the seat at the proper height? See VIII.  Comfort Adjustments.
üIs the seat locked securely in place? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
üIs the tiller handle at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
üIs the key fully inserted into the key switch? See V. Description.
üIs the speed adjustment dial set to a slower setting? See V. Description.
üAre you grasping the handgrips with a thumb resting on each side of the throttle lever? See V.
Description.
üDoes your Shuttles horn work properly?
OPERATING YOUR SHUTTLE
After planning your route:
nAdjust the speed adjustment dial on the control console assembly to your desired level of speed.
nPress your thumb against the appropriate side of the throttle lever.
nThe electric brake will automatically disengage and the Shuttle will accelerate smoothly to the speed
preselected at the speed adjustment dial.
WHETHER YOU ARE DRIVING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE
nPull on the left handgrip to steer your Shuttle to the left.
nPull on the right handgrip to steer your Shuttle to the right.
nMove the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
nRelease the throttle lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
nThe electric brake automatically engages when your Shuttle comes to a stop.
NOTE: The rear-wheel-drive transaxle gives your Shuttle maximum traction with minimal steering effort
on your part.