WHILL F, User Manual

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5. Operating procedures
5.5. Driving
Move the joystick forward, backward, left, or right to move the device in the desired direction. The speed can be
adjusted by the degree of joystick movement via a proportional drive system.
Releasing the joystick automatically applies the brakes and stops the device.
When driving outdoors, always observe all traffic laws.
If you want to practice driving, do so in an open space with good visibility.
WARNING
Ensure the battery is locked before driving.
The device may stop while driving due to problems between the connection of the device and
battery.
Lower the foot rest and keep your feet on the foot rest while driving. Prevent your feet from
extending outside both ends of the foot rest.
Otherwise, there is a risk that your feet may get caught on the ground or in the front wheels.
When operating the device while wearing gloves, be careful to avoid getting the gloves caught
in the device.
There is a risk that the gloves may get caught in control components, resulting in unintended
movement of the device.
When driving, fully check the surroundings and road conditions. Drive carefully at low speed
particularly when driving in locations crowded with people, close to walls or other locations
where there are obstacles nearby, and in narrow places or on uneven surfaces or slopes.
Otherwise, there is a risk of accident. When driving on wet inclines, there is a risk that the device
may loose stability. Pay close attention when driving.
When approaching curbs, steps, slopes, and similar obstacles, approach at a 90° angle and
drive over them carefully at low speed.
There is a risk of tipping over or deforming the drive base.
Be careful that people or objects around you do not touch the controller.
There is a risk of collision and tipping over.
Avoid letting your body touch the wheels. Do not let others around you touch the wheels.
There is a risk of injury.
When stopping on a downhill slope, release the controller early, and make sure that the device
stops with an ample amount of extra space around it.
The stopping distance is longer when on a downhill slope. There is a risk that you may be unable
to stop in the intended position, causing an accident.
When driving near a station platform or gutter, maintain a safe distance from the edge.
There is a risk of falling.