organic transit ELF 1.9, Owner'S Manual

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Handling the ELF
Turning
Make gentle, wide turns at low speed. Avoid making sharp turns. Avoid engaging the throttle
with the wheels sharply turned. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in a dangerous loss
of control. Take the time to familiarize yourself with how the ELF handles and turns in a controlled
environment before joining traffic.
The ELF has a large turning radius of about 11 feet. Make sure to plan accordingly when riding
as it may be difficult to maneuver out of tight spaces. Backing up may help to complete the turn.
Always use the turn signals when making turns. Make sure to return the turn signal control to
neutral once you have completed the turn as the signal will stay on until you change it.
Always ride at appropriate speeds for the road conditions. Increased speed increases risk —
exercise good judgment to stay safe.
Reversing
The ELF does not have a reverse gear. To reverse, make sure the vehicle has come to a complete
stop and place your feet on the ground. Then simply push the vehicle backward using your feet;
we
like to call this “ Flintstone Style. ”
Stopping
Engage the brake (right hand is 70% of braking power) by squeezing the brake lever. Try to use
even pressure to avoid jarring stops. Under wet conditions, the stopping power of the ELF is
significantly reduced and tires do not grip as well. Ride more slowly and brake earlier in wet or
icy conditions.
Parking
Remember to always engage the parking brake and turn the wheels toward the curb when parking
the ELF. The parking brake should aid in immobilizing your ELF, but additional steps may need to
be taken to prevent rolling, particularly on steep or slippery terrain. Always make sure your ELF
is securely parked before leaving.
To activate the parking brake, squeeze the right-hand brake lever fully, maintain pressure and
push in the pin (located on the brake lever), then continue to hold in the pin while releasing the
brake lever. To release the parking brake, squeeze lever and the pin will release and pop up
automatically. (See pictures below.)
Remember not to park on too steep of an incline.