doorjamb. This is an easy technique. Practice makes perfect. Remember; let your scooter
do the work without wearing you out!
Control on Ramps
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 maneuver with your
front wheel(s) 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, simply push the forward direction lever, the parking brake will release and you will
start to move.
Going down the ramp, keep the speed dial set on ‘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.
Control Over Grass, Gravel and Inclines
The scooter performs admirably on grass, gravel and on hills. BUT YOU MUST NOT
EXCEED THE PARAMETERS ESTABLISHED IN THIS MANUAL. Please refer to the
‘Rules for Safe Use' section. Safety must come first. If you are unsure about a situation,
avoid it.
Packed gravel on driveways or roads, will present few problems. Loose, deep gravel
should be avoided, as well as loosely packed sand.
CAUTION: Because of the power of your scooter, you will be able to climb small inclines.
But the maximum gradient limit is 8 degrees. The reason for this is to ensure good
stability.
Always make certain your scooter is in full working order before attempting to climb
obstacles.
Never attempt to drive beyond the design capability of your scooter. Observe weather
conditions. Tires can slip on wet or icy conditions.
DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH DEEP WATER OR LEAVE YOUR SCOOTER EXPOSED
TO HEAVY RAIN (i.e., during or after a thunderstorm).
Only make a turn when all wheels are on or off the sidewalk. Failure to observe this
warning could result in the machine becoming unstable and toppling over.
Always lean forward when ascending curbs. This will enable you to climb easily and
eliminate any chance of instability.
