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Fortress S-Series
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When using your scooter on public walkways and
footpaths, always be aware of pedestrians and
situations which might require extra care.
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Be especially vigilant around young children and
pets.
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Remember, when driving in public places drive with
caution and regard for others at all times.
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When manoeuvring in confined areas, including
shops, ensure the minimum speed is selected.
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If you leave your scooter unattended, ensure that it
does not obstruct pedestrians or other road users.
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Remember to keep the key with you at all times for
your safety and security.
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For the safety of the operator and other pedestrians,
Sunrise Medical recommends that while driving on
footpaths and other pedestrian walkways, the scooter
preset speed should be set to less than 4 mph/6 kph.
7.6 brAKING:
To stop the scooter simply release the Wig-Wag, while
keeping your hands on the handlebar. Two types of
braking will automatically operate in sequence:
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Automatic regenerative braking, which slows the
scooter to a standstill.
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Automatic parking brake which will operate as the
scooter comes to a stop. The automatic parking
break holds the scooter in position, even if you are
on a hill.
Note:
This is a two stage process and is not
instantaneous. First the scooter slows down and stops,
then the parking brake comes on. When starting off
again the parking brake will release automatically. If
the throttle is momentarily engaged and released, the
parking brake will release and then engage again in
approximately 1/2 a wheel turn.
7.4 oPerAtING tHe coNtrolS:
If you are new to driving a scooter, it is a good idea to
practice in a clear, safe space on a sound level surface.
Put the key in its slot, but do not turn the scooter on.
Board the scooter by following the instructions in Section
4.16.
7.5 bASIc DrIVING tecHNIQUeS:
Make sure you are properly seated and can comfortably
reach all the controls on the scooter.
1. Set the speed control to its lowest speed.
2. Turn the key clockwise (90 degrees) to turn the
scooter on.
3. On the tiller, gently operate the Wig-Wag as
described earlier, (FIG.7.3). You will gently
accelerate. Release and you will gently stop. Practice
these two basic functions until you get used to them.
4. Steering the scooter is easy and logical. Just be sure
to remember to get wide clearance when turning so
that the rear wheels clear any obstacle.
5. Short-cutting a pavement corner can cause the back
wheel to go off the pavement, causing problems, if
the corner is very rough. Avoid this at all times by
steering an exaggerated curve around the obstacle.
6. When steering in a tight spot, such as entering a
doorway or when turning around, stop the scooter
and then turn the handlebar to where you want to go,
then apply power gently. This will make the scooter
turn tightly. It is also recommended that the pre-set
speed is set to a slower setting to aid control in tight
spots.
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Reversing requires extra attention as the field of vision is
restricted.
Note:
Using the right thumb or left fingers to operate the
Wig-Wag will reverse the scooter. The horn will sound to
alert that you are reversing the scooter.
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It is advisable that during the first few
sessions
of
operating your scooter that the area around you is clear
of obstacles and pedestrians.
Before operating your scooter, ensure the seat height has
been adjusted to your satisfaction, and the tiller angle
has been set for optimum safety and comfort.
