Handicare Winner, User Manual, Page: 27 / 92

Operation
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When driving at a high speed, you need to be extra careful,
especially on sidewalks and in pedestrian areas. In that case, it
is advisable to set a lower maximum speed using the speed
controller.
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Do not cross a street until you are able to handle the scooter
and its controls well.
4.3.2 Corners
Moving around corners in forward direction
Turning left or right
By turning the handlebars to the left or to the right, the scooter will change direction and
start moving to the left or to the right accordingly.
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You should always use your indicators when making a turn.
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Do not release the operating handle when making a turn,
because this will bring the scooter to a standstill.
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Always take turns at a safe, often lower, speed.
Reversing while making a turn
Turning left or right
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
Maximum slope which can safely be driven with maximum weight according to ISO
7176-2 is 10° at 159 kg.
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Slopes with an angle greater than 10° may not be taken.
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Avoid sudden and jolting movements, such as sudden braking, to avoid the scooter
becoming unstable.
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Do not brake too hard when moving
around corners.
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Avoid changing directions or turning
around on a slope.
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Do not turn on slopes steeper than 10°.
Driving up a slope
Driving up a slope is done in the same way
as driving in forward direction.
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Lean slightly forward with
the upper part of your
body, while driving up a
slope. This will provide
the scooter with more
stability.
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