General safety rules and regulations
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Version 2015v1
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If visibility is not ideal, then it is obligatory for the lights to be turned on. The scooter is
equipped with brake lights which illuminate on braking.
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Use the indicator lights only to indicate a change in driving direction.
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Only use the horn for warning pedestrians or other road users of possibly hazardous
situations.
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Never place metal components on top of the batteries. Doing so could cause a short circuit,
leading to damage.
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Do not transport any passengers on the scooter. The scooter has been specifically designed to
transport you alone.
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Do not drive the scooter with the seat backrest angled too far to the rear. This can affect weight
distribution and the stability to the rear of the scooter, in particular when driving up slopes or
over obstacles.
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Ensure that your scooter does not transport a greater load than fits in the basket. Never hang
anything on the tiller.
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Never use the scooter for pulling a trailer. The scooter has not been designed for such use and
doing so can cause serious damage to your scooter.
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Do not stand on the platform in order to reach up to objects.
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Do not position your feet too close to the front wheel and fork when driving. Always keep your
feet on the rubber mat and not up against the front tiller cover.
The scooter is electronically driven. Specific parameters have been factory-set. These settings
have been made in order to ensure that use of the Fortress Calypso is comfortable and efficient
and they can not be changed.
The standard version of your scooter has been tested in accordance with the most stringent
requirements for electromagnetic interference.
If you use a mobile telephone near to a specially adapted scooter, it is advisable to switch the
scooter off first.
Your scooter can affect electromagnetic fields, such as alarm systems. If the scooter’s electronics
are not well shielded, sensitive electrical devices, such as shop alarm systems and garage door
openers, can be affected. The scooter has been tested for such interference. Please report any
problems of this nature to your dealer immediately.
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Beware of ultraviolet light. Ultraviolet light can cause premature wear of materials such as
rubber, plastic and enamel.
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Pay attention to objects sticking out from the scooter. These can cause damage to your
surroundings or to the scooter itself.
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Keep the scooter away from open flames.
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Avoid extreme weather conditions or extremely wet conditions. Maintain and store the scooter
in a clean and dry state.
