Mercury M48 GT, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Wheeltech M48 GT electric scooter Part Code: Z40962-00
Owner’s Handbook Page 2 of 2
2. SAFETY NOTICE
2.1 BEFORE DRIVING
The user needs to be familiar with the usage and operation of this vehicle before driving. Therefore,
always keep the following safety notices in mind.
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The same traffic rules apply to the use of this vehicle as apply to pedestrians
For your safety, follow the rules that apply to pedestrians.
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Ride on the pavement, single carriage roads, or pedestrian areas only. Never ride on motorways or
dual carriageways.
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Be aware of traffic when crossing or using the road.
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Be extremely cautious when driving your scooter on busy streets or in shopping malls.
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Do not drive your scooter after consuming alcohol or when you are tired. It is an offence to drive
this scooter whilst under the influence of alcohol.
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Be careful when driving your scooter in low light. It has not been designed for use at night.
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The scooter may only be used on the pave ment or pedestrian areas at 4mph or less. Use the
indoor/outdoor switch to ensure you keep within this limit. The scooter may be used on single
carriageways with the outdoor setting engaged.
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Practice operating your vehicle
Before using the scooter in busy or potentially dangerous areas familiarize yourself with the operation
of your scooter. Practice in a wide and open area like a park. In order to avoid accidents with your
scooter whilst driving, bear in mind driving motions, such as accelerating, stopping, turning, reversing
and travelling on gradients.
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Turn the speed dial to ‘3’ for your initial practice.
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Be sure somebody accompanies you for safety when driving on the road for the first time.
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Only use the higher speed setting when you are confident that you can easily operate and control
your scooter.
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The scooter is only to be used by one person at a time
Do not carry passengers on your scooter (including children)
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Do not use this vehicle to carry or haul goods
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The maximum weight capacity of this scooter is 250kg (39 stone) as stated in the ‘Specification’
section.