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Basic Rider Optimization Training for the Segway
HT
Instructor Guide and Participant Workbook
Rev 3.5i - January 2004
© Segway LLC 2002
P/N 1707100001aa
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Be aware of ground clearance.
Doors
Practice riding through doorways in order to familiarize yourself with your new height and width.
Approach doorways carefully, and remember
that you are approximately 8” taller and
slightly wider than when you are walking.
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Bend your knees and body to avoid hitting
the top of the doorframe and to absorb the
shock of any transition between the two
rooms.
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Look ahead and anticipate any drop-offs
on the other side of the door. Step off and
use Power Assist Mode in these
instances.
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Keep wheels clear
of the sides of the
doorway. If your wheel catches on either
side, step off, change to Power Assist
Mode, and maneuver the Segway HT
away from doorway before stepping back
on.
Stairs
Use Power Assist Mode to go up and down stairs.
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Stand to the side the first few times you use Power Assist Mode, to get the feel of the
Steering Grip.
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Always have the Segway HT’s weight below you, so if you stumble, the Segway HT will not
fall onto you.
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Keep the Segway HT’s wheels square to the stairs.
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Take your time.
Traction Loss
The Segway HT needs traction to operate. Slippery surfaces reduce traction capability of the Segway
HT’s tires in the same way they reduce traction capability in people. If you are unable to avoid the
slippery surface, step off and negotiate in Power Assist Mode. Do not ride over any slippery surface.
Guided experience over a dowel
