A. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS WARNING: The scooter is not
designed for use in a heavy rain storm, or in snowy or icy conditions.
i. Contact with water or excessive moisture can cause an electrical
malfunction. The frame, motors and other scooter parts are not
water-tight and may rust or corrode from the inside.
To avoid a scooter failure:
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Minimize exposure of your scooter to a rain storm or very wet
conditions.
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Never take your scooter into a shower, tub, pool or sauna.
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Do not use your scooter in fresh or salt water (such as at the
edge of a stream, lake or ocean).
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Make sure all electrical connections are secure.
ii. Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your
scooter on a wet or slick surface.
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Do so only if you are sure it is safe.
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Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction. If this occurs, you
may lose control of your scooter or fall.
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Never operate your scooter on a slope or ramp if there is snow,
ice, water or oil film present.
iii. When not in use, keep your scooter in a clean, dry place.
B. TERRAIN
i. This scooter is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as
concrete, asphalt and indoor flooring.
ii. Do not operate your scooter in sand, loose soil or over rough
terrain. Doing so may damage wheels, bearings, axles or motors,
or loosen fasteners.
C. STREET USE WARNING: In most states, scooters are not legal for
use on public roads. Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles on
roads or in parking lots.
i. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on your
scooter and clothing.
ii. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with
drivers before you proceed. When in doubt, yield until you are sure
it is safe.
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D. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
i. Never sit in this scooter while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or
sudden stop you may be thrown from the scooter.
ii. Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be secured
with proper motor vehicle restraints.
iii. Never transport this scooter in the front seat of a vehicle. It may
shift and interfere with the driver.
iv. Always secure this scooter so that it cannot roll or shift.
E. TRANSFERS WARNING: It is dangerous to transfer on your own.
It requires good balance and agility. Be aware that there is a point
during every transfer when the seat is not below you.
To avoid a fall:
i. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your scooter.
If you fail to do so you may touch the throttle control lever and
cause your scooter to move when you do not expect it.
ii. Make sure scooter is turned “Off”. This keeps the scooter from
moving when you transfer.
iii. Move your scooter as close as you can to the seat you are
transferring to.
iv. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will
reduce the risk that you will miss the seat or fall.
F. REACHING OR LEANING WARNING: Reaching or leaning affects
the center of balance of your scooter. If done improperly, a fall or
tip-over is likely. When in doubt, ask for help or use a scooter to
extend your reach.
To reduce the risk of injury and/or damage to the scooter:
i. Never reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise
up off the seat.
ii. Never reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to do
so. Always keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest.
iii. Never try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching down
between your knees.
iv. Never reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may
damage the backrest and cause you to fall.
If you must reach or lean; do so at your own risk.
Remember to:
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