Fortress 1700 DT/TA
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Reversing while making a turn
Turning left or right
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By turning the handlebars to the left or to the right, the scooter will change
direction and start moving in the opposite direction of the direction you steer.
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Steering to the right: the scooter will reverse while making a left turn.
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Steering to the left: the scooter will reverse while making a right turn.
4.3.3
Slopes
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It is important to note that although the Fortress 1700 DT and TA have
maximum weight capacities of 350 lbs and 275 lbs respectively, the
following safety guidelines must be adhered to when driving up slopes.
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You must assume a body position for increased stability when driving
up a slope. This is done by leaning your upper body forward while you
are driving up the slope. This will increase the stability of the scooter.
The “Increased Stability Driving Position” is illustrated below in figure
000000080. Additionally, the scooter’s backrest must never be
positioned in a severely reclined position and the scooter seat must be
adjusted into a forward position by using the sliding seat lever (see
section 5.1.2, “
Adjusting the seat depth
” pg 40).
Fig. 000000080
Increased Stability Driving Position
(Lean slightly forward with the upper body while driving up a slope)
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It is not permitted to drive on a slope greater than 12 degrees
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Do not exceed these guidelines as your scooter
may become unstable and tip. This could result in
personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.
