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Note: If your
is set up for left forward driving
the afore mentioned description is reversed. Also note when
driving in reverse the speed dial may need to be set towards
'max' to allow sufficient power to your drive motor, failure to
note this warning may 'stall' your Scooter.
If it is a tight turn, turn your steering column
before applying power. Steer wide of all corners and obstacles,
please move slowly and with care.
Reversing
Westminster
requires attention. Be sure your 'Speed Adjustment
Dial' and 'Hi-Lo' switch are set to minimum before you
reverse, push the left thumb reverse control lever (Fig 12,
page 11). Remember, when you reverse you have to steer in the
opposite direction to the way you want to go. Practice is
required here, again use that open space. Please note as a
safety requirement reverse speed is half of forward speed.
REMEMBER:
Reversing
Westminster
REMEMBER:
Warning:
CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS
CONTROL THROUGH DOORS
Do not turn your 'on-off' power key switch to the
'off' position when your Westminster is in motion, this will
apply the motor brake. Failure to observe this warning may
irreparably damage the main electronic speed control unit
or drive transmission. Always first slow your Westminster
down to a stationery position before you switch your
Scooter off.
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When you start using your
you will meet some
obstacles that will require some practice to drive through
smoothly.
Here are some common problems, with tips that will help
you master them quickly. You will soon be in control through
doors and up and down ramps with surprising ease by
following these tips.
Approach an unfamiliar door slowly, sizing it up. Does it have
a knob or push bar? Does it open toward you or away? Think
in terms of using the power of the
to do the
work for you! You need not strain. Remember your Scooter is
a wide vehicle.
Hold the doorknob or bar in one hand and apply power with
the other hand. If the door is self closing, you can go through,
allowing the door to close behind you, if you go quickly
enough. If not, just stop when you're clear of the door and
push it closed.
If the door opens toward you, hold the knob or bar with one
hand and gently let the reverse power do the work. When the
door is open wide enough, go ahead quickly, leaving the hand
on the door to keep it free of the Scooter and letting go as
you pass the doorjamb. It is an easy technique. Practice makes
perfect. Remember - your
can do the work without
wearing you out!
If you're not
moving, your rear wheel is probably caught. Reverse and try
again. Take your time - relax - enjoy yourself.
Going through doors, with the back wheels:
Warning:
CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS
CONTROL THROUGH DOORS
Do not turn your 'on-off' power key switch to the
'off' position when your Westminster is in motion, this will
apply the motor brake. Failure to observe this warning may
irreparably damage the main electronic speed control unit
or drive transmission. Always first slow your Westminster
down to a stationery position before you switch your
Scooter off.
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Going through doors, with the back wheels:
More and more buildings have ramps for wheelchair access.
Some have a change of direction in the middle, and good
cornering is required.
Make a wide manoeuvre with your front wheel around tight
corners, so that your back wheels follow a wide arc to stay
clear of the corner.
If you stop while facing uphill, the automatic parking brake
will hold you safe. To start again, slowly operate the forward
direction lever, the parking brake will release and you will
start to move.
Going down the ramp, keep your speed slow. This will keep
you in a safely controlled descent. If you wish to stop
completely, release the control lever, and you will come to a
gentle stop, avoid sudden stop starts.
When you approach an incline, it is best practice to lean
forward, ( fig 18). This moves the centre of gravity of your
towards the front of the Scooter for improved
stability. When you approach a decline, it is best practice to
lean backwards in your seat, this will transfer the centre of
gravity towards the rear of your Scooter to improve traction
and stability (see fig 17).
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CONTROL ON AN INCLINE
Caution:
Remember your
Scooter is a large
vehicle and in some situations it may be too long or wide to
manoeuvre through some doors or walkways.
Caution:
CONTROL ON AN INCLINE
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FIG 17
FIG 18
Fig17:Normal driving position
Fig18: Increased stability driving position
