Safety Advice
DO:
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Read this manual carefully before using your scooter.
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Turn the power off when transferring to and from the scooter.
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Select a slow speed when going down gradients or over uneven
ground.
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Keep your feet inside the scooter whilst driving.
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Ensure the batteries are fully charged before your journey.
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Avoid rough or soft terrain and long grass wherever possible.
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Be aware of other road users and pedestrians.
If driving on the road
you MUST adhere to the Highway Code.
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Use lights whenever necessary.
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Turn the power off when not in use.
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Follow the maintenance guide to ensure safe operation of the scooter.
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Always remove the keys if leaving the scooter unattended.
Unauthorised persons/children may use the scooter resulting in injury.
DO NOT:
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Carry passengers.
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Exceed inclines over 8° (14%).
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Traverse inclines.
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Attempt inclines if the surface is slippery.
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Turn sharply at full speed.
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Exit or enter the scooter unless the power is switched off.
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Switch off the power whilst driving – this will cause the scooter to stop
abruptly and could damage the controls. (see emergency procedures
page15)
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Use the scooter where you cannot safely or legally walk.
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Attempt to climb kerbs over 6cm (2.5”) high.
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Use the scooter if under the influence of alcohol or any medication.
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Use a mobile phone whilst driving.
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Attempt to negotiate steps or escalators.
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Sit on the scooter if being transported in a vehicle.
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Attempt to tow any other devices.
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Exceed the stated weight limit.
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Connect any other devices to the batteries as this could cause
permanent damage and void your warranty.
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Use any other batteries/charger other than those supplied by
RMA.
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Travel through water or over soft terrain (mud, sand etc.).
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Lift the scooter by the shroud assembly or any plastic part.
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Sharply shift your centre of gravity as this could make the scooter
unstable.
Every care has been taken to ensure that your scooter will give you safe,
reliable service provided you adhere to the advice given above.
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