Buzzaround XL_Owner’s Manual RevE_102414
II. SAFETY
When using either of the following procedures to back down a slope, Golden
Technologies, Inc. strongly advises that you have the assistance of another person.
Procedure 1 - Under Power
1. Set the key switch to the “Off” position. See section V. “Operation.”
2. Turn the speed control dial fully counterclockwise to its slowest setting.
3.
Dismount your Buzzaround XL™.
4. Set the key switch to the “On” position. See section V. “Operation.”
5. While standing alongside your scooter, carefully operate the controls at the lowest speed
setting. See section V. “Operation.”
6. Slowly and carefully back your scooter down the incline.
7. Carefully remount your Buzzaround XL and resume normal operation.
When your scooter is in freewheel mode, the park brake is released. If the
batteries are dead, the motor braking system will not work. The weight of the scooter on a
slope may cause you to lose control of the scooter. If you do not feel capable of manually
controlling your scooter down the slope, request assistance or do not attempt to use this
procedure.
Procedure 2 - Emergency (No Power)
1. Set the key switch to the “Off” position. See section V. “Operation.”
2.
Dismount your Buzzaround XL™.
3. Set the freewheel lever to “Disengaged.”
4. While standing alongside the scooter, carefully manually maneuver it down the slope.
5. When you have reached a level surface at the bottom of the slope, position the freewheel
lever in the engaged position. See section V. “Operation.”
6. Carefully remount your Buzzaround XL, and set the key switch to the “On” position to
restore power.
Motor Braking System
Your scooter is equipped with a system that uses the motor to aid in braking. This motor
brake system is designed to work when the key is in either the on position or the off
position.
When the key switch is in the on position, the freewheel is in the engaged position, and the
scooter is under power, the motor will help slow down the scooter as soon as you take your
hand off of the throttle lever.
When the key switch is in the off position and the freewheel is in the disengaged position,
the motor brake system will keep you from pushing the scooter too fast (i.e. down a slope).
You may notice this when pushing the scooter. The scooter will move freely until you reach
a certain speed. You will then encounter some resistance as the motor brake system is
activated.
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