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Unless specifically permitted or authorized by the state, do not drive your
scooter on public roads. If you need to drive along a public road, use the
sidewalk adjoining the road. Always use care when driving near to or around
public roads, as you may be less visible to motor vehicles when riding the
scooter because of your smaller relative size and slower relative speed. Always
be aware of state and local rules of traffic, and take those rules into account
when operating your scooter; it is your responsibility to know those rules, obey
them, and understand how other traffic will operate in accordance with such
rules. eWheels recommends that you gain your first experiences with your
scooter well away from public roads, so that you can learn and understand how
the scooter operates and handles in a comfortable and quiet environment.
General Operation
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Alternate Surfaces
Do not drive your scooter onto stairs or escalators; serious injury will result. Do
not attempt to drive your scooter onto stairs or escalators. Most elevators are
safe for use with the scooter. When confronted with stairs or escalators,
navigate to the closest elevator instead. Conduct a visual inspection and assess
the quality and condition of the elevator before using it. Use care; some
elevators have awkward entrance angles that can make ingress and egress
difficult.
General Operation
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Curbs
Curbs generally are formed in two manners: abrupt, vertical curbs and gradual,
smooth curbs. Your scooter cannot drive over or off of an abrupt, vertical curb.
Do not attempt to do so, as this will cause serious damage to your scooter and
likely injury to yourself. Do not drive over a curb or object exceeding 4 inches
in height. Your scooter can drive over most gradual, smooth curbs. Approach
such curbs head-on, so that the scooter is oriented perpendicular to the curb.
Consistently apply speed over the curb until the rear wheels of the scooter