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I V . O P E R A T I O N
BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
Have you fully charged the batteries? See III. “Batteries and Charging.”
Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (rearward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever
in the forward position unless you are manually pushing your Travel Scooter.
Ensure the tiller lock knob is securly tightened. See VI. “Disassembly and Assembly.”
Ensure the power switch is in the “OFF” (center) position.
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GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
1. Stand at the side of your Travel Scooter.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or off of your Travel Scooter without first powering
down your scooter. This will prevent the Travel Scooter from moving if accidental
throttle control lever contact is made.
2. Pivot the armrest upward to aid in getting onto and off of your scooter.
3. Make certain that the seat is secured into position.
4. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
5. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
Is the seat secured into place?
Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
OPERATING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
WARNING! The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your
Travel Scooter:
Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet.
Carrying passengers (including pets).
Hanging any article from the tiller.
Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle.
WARNING! Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while
operating your Travel Scooter. This driving position gives you the most control over your
vehicle.
Toggle power switch to the right (High speed) or to the left (Low speed).
Pull the appropriate side of the throttle control lever.
The electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the Travel Scooter accelerates
smoothly to the maximum speed.
Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the left.
Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the right.
Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
To stop, slowly release the throttle control lever. The electronic brakes will automatically engage when
your Travel Scooter comes to a stop.
NOTE: Your Travel Scooter’s reverse speed is slower than that of the forward speed.
