Duruxx DRX2, Operator'S Manual

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dive and tip-over.
WARNING
Avoid negotiating drop-offs. Reverse and select an alternate route.
Driving Techniques
Driving your DRX2 too fast for the conditions may result in injury. Apply only
enough throttle to proceed safely. Statistics show that high speed turns
usually result in mishaps and injury. Always remember that a DRX2 is
heavy! Its pure weight alone may entrap you should it fall and pin you down.
DRX2s are not designed for jumping nor can the DRX2 or you, absorb the
energy of high impacts such as jumping. Performing “wheelies” can cause
the DRX2 to flip over onto you. Both practices have a high risk and should
be avoided at all times. To maintain proper control it is strongly advised that
you keep your hands on the handlebar and within easy reach of all controls.
The same holds true for your feet. To minimize the possibility of any leg or
foot injury, keep your feet on the right place at all times. Even though there
is a suspension system on a DRX2 there are “washboard” or rough terrain
conditions that will make you feel uncomfortable and even cause back
injury. “Posting” or driving in a crouched position will often be required. If
you have to cross a road, the lead driver should get off his DRX2 then
observe and give directions to the other DRX2 drivers. The last person after
crossing then assists the lead driver to cross. Do not travel on sidewalks.
They are designated for pedestrian use. Water can be a unique hazard. If it
is too deep the DRX2 may “float” and topple. Check the water depth and
current before you attempt to cross any water. Water should not go above
the chassis. Be wary of slippery surfaces such as rocks, grass, logs, etc. A
loss of traction may occur. Do not attempt to enter the water at high speed.
The water will act as a brake and could wash you away. Water will affect
the braking ability of your DRX2. Make sure you dry the brakes by applying
them several times after the DRX2 leaves the water. Mud or marsh lands
may be encountered near water. Be prepared for sudden “holes” or change
in depth. Similarly so, be watchful of hazards such as rocks logs, etc.,
partially covered by vegetation. If your trip crosses frozen waterways, make
sure the ice is thick enough to support the total weight of yourself, the DRX2
and its load. Be ever watchful of open ice… it is a sure indication that the
thickness of the ice varies. If in doubt, do not attempt to cross. Ice will also
affect the control of a DRX2. Slow down and do not “gun” the throttle. This
will only result in spinning of the tires and possible tip-over of the DRX2.
Avoid rapid braking. This again will possibly result in an uncontrolled slide
and tip-over of the DRX2. Slush should be avoided at all times since it could
block the operation or controls of the DRX2. Sand and driving on sand