SAfETy fIRST
For your convenience and understanding, signal words are defined below:
WArnIng IS USED TO InDICATE ThE PrESEnCE OF A hAzArD, WhICh CAn CAUSE SEVErE
PErSOnAL InjUrY, DEATh Or SUBSTAnTIAL PrOPErTY DAMAgE IF ThE WArnIng IS IgnOrED.
CAUTIOn IS USED TO InDICATE ThE PrESEnCE OF A hAzArD WhICh WILL Or CAn CAUSE
MInOr PErSOnAL InjUrY Or PrOPErTY DAMAgE IF ThE WArnIng IS IgnOrED.
Safety Recommendations
Use the following guidelines for the safe operation and use of your Amigo. Should you have any questions about the
safe operation of your vehicle, please contact AMI or your Amigo dealer. If you are in doubt about your ability to
operate your Amigo, consult your personal physician.
Do
• Read the operating manual before using your Amigo.
• Always turn your Amigo OFF before getting on or off your vehicle.
• Always remain seated while the vehicle is in operation.
• Keep legs on the platform while driving.
• Allow the Amigo to come to a complete stop before attempting to reverse.
• Always drive at a slow, sensible speed while pedestrians are around.
• Drive slowly while turning.
• Always drive straight up and down inclines.
• Always be careful when maneuvering on inclines or ramps. Not all ramps are constructed according to federal standards.
The federal standard for wheelchair ramps is one inch (2.5 cm) rise per foot (30 cm) = 5 degrees or 8% grade.
• Avoid sudden starts while the tiller is turned sharply.
• Always approach obstacles at a low speed if you are to drive over them.
• Be aware of mechanical pinch points, especially when folding, assembling and disassembling your Amigo.
• Remove battery case before folding tiller down.
Turning The KeY swiTch OFF while in mOTiOn will bring The AmigO TO A cOnTrOlled sTOp.
Do NoT
• Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 250 pounds. Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may
result in personal injury and damage to your Amigo. Amigo Company will not be responsible for injuries
and/or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
• Do not drive over or off obstacles more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) high. This could be unsafe and could damage your Amigo.
• Do not turn your Amigo at high speeds, as this could result in tipping.
• Do not reverse down a steep hill or incline.
• Do not park on inclines or declines.
• Do not sit on the Amigo in a moving vehicle.
• Do not allow anyone to ride with you.
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