FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAN AND MAY LEAD TO DAMAGE TO YOUR FLEX, VOID YOUR
MANUFACTURER WARRANTY, LEAD TO PROPERTY DAMAGE, CAUSE
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, AND CAN LEAD TO DEATH.
Before using your Flex, be sure to familiarize yourself with the
operating procedures.
OPERATING YOUR FLEX
Make sure the Flex is fully charged before initial use. For charging
instructions, please follow details under CHARGING YOUR FLEX.
Stand directly behind your Flex and place one foot on the
corresponding foot mat (as described in the diagram below). Keep
your weight on the foot which is still on the ground, otherwise the Flex
may begin to move or vibrate, making it difficult to step on evenly
with your other foot. When you are ready, shift your weight to the
foot already placed on the Flex and step on with your second foot
quickly and evenly (as described in the diagram below).
Find your center of gravity. If your weight is distributed correctly on
the foot mats and your center of gravity is level, you should be able
to stand on your Flex just as if you were standing on the ground.
On average, it takes 3-5 minutes just to get comfortable standing on
your Flex and maintaining proper balance. Having a spotter will
help you feel more secure. The Flex is an incredibly intuitive device; it
senses even the slightest bit of motion, so having any anxiety or
reservation about stepping on may cause you to panic and trigger
unwanted movement.
When you first begin using your Flex, the fastest way to move in your
desired direction is to focus in that direction. You will notice that just
thinking about which way you would like to go will shift your center
of gravity, and that subtle movement will propel you in that
direction.
Your center of gravity determines which direction you move,
accelerate, decelerate, and come to a complete stop. As
described in the diagram below, tilt your center of gravity in the
direction you wish to move.
To turn, focus on the direction you wish to turn and stay relaxed.
As you get comfortable on the Flex, you will notice it becomes
easier to maneuver. Remember at higher speeds, it is necessary to
shift your weight to overcome the centrifugal force.
Bend your knees if you encounter bumps or uneven surfaces, then
dismount and carry your Flex to a safe operating surface.
Dismounting your Flex can be one of the easiest steps, yet when
done incorrectly, may cause you to fall. To properly dismount, from
a stopped position, lift one leg up and set your foot back down on
the ground (STEPPING BACK). Then step off completely as described
in the following diagram.
WEIGHT AND SPEED LIMITATIONS
Speed and weight limits are set for your own safety. Please do not
exceed the limits listed here in the manual.
• Maximum Weight: 60 kg /130 lbs
• Minimum Weight: 20 kg / 44 lbs
• Maximum Speed: Up to 9.5 km/h / 6 mph
OPERATING RANGE
The Flex can travel a distance up to 3 miles on a fully charged
battery in ideal conditions. The following are some of the major
factors that will affect the operating range of your Flex.
• Terrain: Riding distance is highest when riding on a smooth, flat
surface. Riding uphill and/or on rough terrain will reduce distance
significantly.
• Weight: A lighter user will have further range than a heavier user.
• Ambient temperature: Please ride and store the Flex under
recommended temperatures, which will increase riding distance,
battery life, and overall performance of your Flex.
• Speed and Riding Style: Maintaining a moderate and consistent
speed while riding produces maximum distance. Traveling at high
speeds for extended periods, frequent starts and stops, idling and
frequent acceleration or deceleration will decrease overall
distance.
If your Flex is unbalanced, vibrating, or not turning properly, you can
follow the below steps to calibrate it.
• First, place the Flex on a flat, horizontal surface such as the floor or
a table. The foot mats should be even with each other and not
tilted forward or backward. Make sure the charger is not plugged
in and the board is turned off.
• Press and hold the ON/OFF button for a total of 15 seconds. The
scooter will turn on, lighting the battery indicator on the board.
• After the light flashes 5 times consecutively you may release the
ON/OFF button.
• Turn the board off and then turn the board back on. Calibration
will now be completed.
WARNING
Make sure to lift your feet completely off
the foot mat to clear the Flex when
stepping back to dismount. Failure to
do so may send the Flex into a tailspin.
Try staying relaxed and focus on finding
your center of gravity to maintain full
control of your Flex.
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