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OPERATING YOUR ZIP
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Check The Following Before Operating Your Scooter
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Verify that the freewheel brake lever is in the rear (drive) position.
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Verify that the front till lock is UNLOCKED
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Verify that the seat is in the correct position and is securely locked.
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Verify that the steering tiller is tightened securely.
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Sit down on your scooter.
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Insert the key only after you have completed the above steps.
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Verify that the horn and head light work properly.
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Plan your route to avoid numerous inclines and obstacles.
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Observe your surroundings for other safety concerns.
WARNING
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ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE KEY SWITCH PRIOR TO ENTERING OR
EXITING YOUR SCOOTER. THIS WILL PREVENT SCOOTER MOVEMENT IF THE
THROTTLE LEVERS ARE ACCIDENTALLY PRESSED.
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ALWAYS VERIFY THAT SCOOTER TILLER LOCK IS UNLOCKED BEFORE
OPERATING SCOOTER.
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ALWAYS BRING YOUR SCOOTER TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE ENTERING OR
EXITING THE SCOOTER.
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THE ZIP
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R3 IS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-TIP WHEELS, BUT THE SCOOTER SHOULD
NEVER EXCEED A CLIMBING SLOPE OF 12 DEGREES.
Operating Procedures
1. Set the speed adjustment dial to the desired speed (Turtle = Slower and Rabbit = Faster).
2. Press your thumb against the appropriate throttle control lever (Right = Forward and Left
= Reverse).
3. Release the throttle control lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop (Note:
There is no external break control
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the scooter will come to quick and complete stop
when the throttle control lever is released).
4. Pull on the left hand grip to turn left and on the right hand grip to turn right.
Driving Basics
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Always use caution when driving your scooter in reverse. Note that the reverse speed is
50% slower than the forward speed.
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Avoid shortcutting sidewalk corners as it can cause the back wheel to drive off of the
sidewalk.
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Enter narrow driving paths/doorways slowly and with caution and always look out for
additional obstacles such as car mirrors or door knobs.
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It is recommended that the scooter speed be reduced when driving down or up hills.
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Avoid obstacles higher than 1 inch as this may cause damage to your scooter.
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