RIDING YOUR P3 CRUISER cont.
Control through tight spots
As you use your P3 Cruiser to increase your mobility, you will undoubtedly encounter some
obstacles that will require practice to negotiate smoothly and safely. Below are some common
obstacles that you may meet during the daily use of your scooter. Listed with those obstacles
are some driving tips that should help you conquer those obstacles. Learn and follow those
tips, and with surprising ease you will soon be in control of your scooter as you maneuver
it through doors, up and down ramps, up and over curbs, through grass and gravel, and up
and down inclines.
Doors
• Approach any unfamiliar door slowly.
• Notice if the door has a knob or a push bar.
• Determine if the door opens towards you or away from you.
• Do not try to use your own strength to open the door. Learn to use the power of
your scooter to do the majority of the work for you.
If the door opens away from you:
1. Use one hand to turn the doorknob or to operate the push bar.
2. Use your other hand to steer the scooter and to gently press on the thumb lever that
will move your scooter slowly forward.
3. Use your arm to push the door gently open.
4. Drive through the doorway.
5. If it is a self-closing door, it will close behind you.
6. If it is not a self-closing door, stop your scooter when it is clear of the door and use
your hand to push the door closed.
If the door opens towards you:
1. Use one hand to turn the doorknob or to pull the handle.
2. Keep your grip on the knob or on the handle.
3. Use your other hand to steer your scooter and to gently press the thumb lever that
will move your scooter slowly in reverse.
4. Allow the power of your P3 Cruiser to pull the door completely open.
5. When the door is completely open, stop your scooter.
6. Drive through the doorway while keeping your hand on the door to prevent it from
hitting or blocking your scooter.
7. If it is a self-closing door, it will close behind you.
8. If it is not a self-closing door, pull it closed behind you.
Ramps
Because of the American Disabilities Act (ADA), many buildings are fitted with ramps that
provide access for scooters and for other mobility vehicles.
P3 Cruiser
Owner’s Manual- Model GB-106
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