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2) Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations, and try to
avoid coming close to them;
3) If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered
scooter OFF as soon as it is safe.
4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the
powered scooter, may make it more susceptible to EMI (Note: There is
no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the
powered scooter.
5) Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the
powered scooter manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of
EMI nearby.
If unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn the power OFF as soon as it
is safe. The following warning label is attached to your scooter in order to
make users always aware that a possibility of electromagnetic interference
exists.
WARNING: Radio wave sources may affect scooter control
Radio wave sources, such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM)
transmitters, cellular phones, and two-way radios, can affect motorized
scooters. Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of
unintended brake release or scooter movement, which could result in serious
injury.
•
Do not turn ON or use hand-held personal communication devices, such
as citizens band (CB) radios and cellular phones, while your scooter is
turned ON;
•
Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations and hand-
held or mobile two-way radios, and try to avoid coming close to them.
•
If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the power OFF as
soon as it is safe.
•
Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying your
scooter, may make it more susceptible to interference from radio wave
sources. (Note: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the
overall immunity of the scooter). Report all incidents of unintended
movement or brake release to the scooter manufacturer, and note
whether there is a radio wave source nearby.
