Basic Rider Optimization Training for the Segway
HT
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Instructor Guide and Participant Workbook
Rev 3.5i - January 2004
© Segway LLC 2002
P/N 1707100001aa
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3
Demonstration, Guided Ride, Skills & Drills
Who.
Entire group. Go over preliminary information in classroom. Then, drill riders on a variety
of maneuvers to promote riding competence. Optional: If there are more than 6
participants, split into two groups. One group stays in the classroom to do Display ID, and
the other group goes out for their first ride.
What.
Segway HT Model Comparison, Display Icons, and Guided Ride
Where.
Classroom and Riding Space
Method.
Lecture, self-paced exercise in dyads, observation and experiential learning
Timing
Introduction and Objectives
5 min
Segway HT Model Comparison
5 min
Demonstration and Guided Ride
15min
Drills
40 min
Display ID
20 min
Summary and Q&A
5 min
Total Time
1 hour, 30 min
Introduction
In this session, riders will have their first experience on the Segway HT and learn to operate the
Segway HT independently on flat ground. Additionally, they will be introduced to the sounds, icons
and colors in the Display.
Explain the following information:
Review the entire operational model with the class using the white board, or a Segway HT, to show
participants what to expect on their first ride.
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You will find the Segway HTs plugged in (i Series only, Parking Stand may be deployed).
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Unplug the Segway HT and retract the Parking Stand (i Series only).
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Instructor will start each Segway HT with a Beginner key, and instruct the participant to put the
Segway HT into Balance Mode by tapping the Mode Button.
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Instructor will brace each Segway HT individually while each rider steps on.
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After some riding exercises, the rider will step off, while the instructor braces the Segway HT.
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Rider will turn off Segway HT, deploy Parking Stand (i Series only), and plug in.
Initially, the instructor will guide participants through each step. Over time, the instructor will transition
to a coaching role in order to encourage participants to become independent Segway HT operators.
As instructor sees fit, send individual riders – those who you believe might be ready for some
unstructured riding time - to ride in a defined or coned area. This will allow you to spend time with
other riders who might need more one-on-one help during this session.
If there is no assistant and you send riders for unstructured riding time in a controlled environment,
make sure they are in your sight and that they know they can
ALWAYS
call for help.
At the end of the session the group will discuss questions or difficulties they encountered as well as a
summary of the session.
