V . O P E R A T I O N
BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
!Have you fully charged the batteries? See IV. “Batteries and Charging.”
!Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (rearward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever in the forward position unless you are manually pushing your Travel Scooter.
!Ensure the tiller lock knob is in the unlocked position. See VII. “Disassembly and Assembly.”
GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or off of your Travel Scooter without first removing the key from the key switch. This will prevent the Travel Scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made.
2.Stand at the side of your Travel Scooter.
3.Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you.
4.Make certain that the seat is fixed securely in position.
5.Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
6.Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
7.Make certain that the seat is fixed securely in position.
8.Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
!Is the seat at the proper height? See VI. “Comfort Adjustments.”
!Is the seat fixed securely in place?
!Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and securely in place? See VI. “Comfort Adjustments.”
!Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the “on” position?
!Does the Travel Scooter’s horn work properly?
!Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
!Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
OPERATING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
WARNING! The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your Travel Scooter:
!Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet.
!Carrying passengers (including pets).
! Hanging any article from the tiller.
!Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle.
Such practices could cause loss of control and/or tipping, resulting in personal injury.
Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while operating your Travel Scooter. This driving position gives you the most control over your vehicle.
!Set the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed.
!Engage the appropriate side of the throttle control lever.
!The electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the Travel Scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial.
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