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Getting ready for the first use
Before use, check all cables, handles, switches, screws (tightness), wheels (enough air) and all visible parts
for defects or damages
Checking the brakes
The brakes should be checked to make sure that they are working properly
every time before the CARVY
is being used
.
The front and rear brakes should be balanced mutually. The front brake should not be adjusted too
strongly to avoid the front wheel to block while braking with the result to fall. The strength of the brakes
can be adjusted by turning the adjustment screw on the brake lever. Screwing it outwards makes the
brake stronger, while screwing it inside makes the brake smoother.
When the brake lever is pulled tightly, the front wheel should not allow to move the CARVY by pushing it.
The front wheel should only turn slowly when pushing the scooter with force. This setting prevents the
rider from falling or tipping forwards when pulling the brake lever to the maximum while riding. Once the
brake has been adjusted, fix the adjustment screw in their new position with the locking nut. Before,
during or after riding on a wet path, you need to test the brakes because these can have a delayed or
reduced effect on wet underground.
Checking the tires
Increase the pressure in the tires, if required. The pressure of the tires should always be at 2.5 bar (37 PSI).
Only use the CARVY when it has been completely unfolded and secured. Check that the folding system is
properly closed and locked.
Charging the battery
When the CARVY is delivered, the battery is charged to approx. 50–70%. Before using your CARVY for the
first time, the battery must be charged fully using the enclosed charger. Only use the original charger!
This takes approx. 2 hours.
Make sure that the CARVY's power controls are switched off. The controller is switched OFF when the
display is visibly not lightening. The CARVY is switched on and off with the main power switch (#4 in the
power controls overview, page 14) .
To charge the CARVY, remove the protective rubber cap, insert the round plug of the charger into the
charging socket at the back of the CARVY. Then plug the mains plug into a standard 220-240 volt AC
socket.
