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1.
Safety instructions
1)
The scooter is a recreational transporter. Before mastering riding skills, you need to practice. Neither
Story™
Originals nor the retail seller/dealer of this product is responsible for any injuries or damage
caused by a rider's inexperience, failure to follow the instructions in this document or not complying to
the national regulations of electrical scooter usage.
2)
Please check and comply to the national rules, laws, regulations, and limitations relating to road safety
when using electrical scooters and other (electrical) motorized vehicles.
3)
Please understand that you can reduce the risk by following all the instructions and warnings in this
manual, but you cannot eliminate all the risks. Remember that whenever you ride the scooter you risk
injury from loss of control, collisions, and falls. As with other vehicles, faster speeds require longer
braking distance. Sudden braking on low traction surfaces could lead to wheel slip or falls. Be cautious
and always keep a safe distance between you and other people or vehicles when riding. Be alert and
slow down when entering unfamiliar areas.
4)
Always wear a helmet when riding. Use an approved bicycle or skateboard helmet that fits properly with
the chin strap in place and provides protection for the back of your head.
5)
DO NOT attempt your first ride in any area where you might encounter children, pedestrians, pets,
vehicles, bicycles, or other obstacles and potential hazards.
6)
Respect pedestrians! Comply to national rules, laws, regulations, and limitations in relating to electrical
scooters (and other (electrical) motorized vehicles) and pedestrians. Avoid startling pedestrians. When
approaching pedestrians, announce yourself and slow down to walking speed when passing. Please obey
local traffic laws and regulations if situation is different.
7)
In places without laws comply with the safety guidelines outlined in this manual. Neither
Story™
Originals nor the retail seller/dealer of this product is responsible for any property damage, personal
injury/death, accidents, or legal disputes caused by violations of the safety instructions.
8)
Do not allow anyone to ride your scooter on his/her own unless they have carefully read this manual.
The safety of new riders is your responsibility. Assist new riders until they are comfortable with the basic
operation of the scooter. Make sure each new rider wears a helmet and other protective gear.
9)
Before each ride check for loose fasteners and damaged components. If the scooter makes abnormal
sounds or signals an alarm, immediately stop riding.
10)
Be alert! Scan both far ahead and in front of your scooter
—
your eyes are your best tool for safely
avoiding obstacles and low traction surfaces (including, but not limited to, wet ground, loose sand, loose
gravel, and ice).
11)
To reduce risk of injury, you must read and follow all
“
CAUTION
”
and “WARNING” notices in
this
document. Do not ride at an unsafe speed. Under no circumstance should you ride on roads with motor
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends riders to be 15+ years old. Always follow these safety
instructions:
