Driving On The Road - Mercury Owner's Manual

Starting and Driving
1. Make sure the seat is installed properly.
2. Make sure the tiller has been secured properly.
3. Fold down the armrests so you can rest your arms on them.
4. Turn the power switch to "ON".
5. Check battery indicator to see whether there is enough power for your journey. If you have any doubt
about the remaining power, recharge the batteries before departure.
6. Set the speed dial to a position you feel safe and comfortable with.
7. Check the wigwag paddle works correctly.
8. Make sure the electromagnetic brake works correctly.
9. Before driving, ensure it is safe to do so in the environment around you.
Attention
1. Do not push both RH & LH sides of the wigwag paddle simultaneously. This might leave you
unable to control your scooter.
2. Do not turn the power switch to OFF whilst driving as this will lead to an emergency stop and
possible risk of accident and injury.
3. Do not set to the highest speeds whilst driving indoors.
4. Do not adjust the speed dial whilst driving, a sudden change in speed may cause danger to you
and others, and may cause damage to your scooter.
5. Do not place magnetic devices near the scooter controller as this could affect the safe operation
of your scooter. The scooter controller is located under the footwell.
6. Do be careful whilst driving in heavy traffic or crowded areas.
7. Whilst reversing the vehicle, beware of people or objects behind you.
Stopping
1. Release the wigwag paddle completely. The vehicle will naturally brake and stop.
2. Turn the scooter off at the key ignition. Then pull out the key.
Attention
♦ The stopping distance will vary with your forward / reverse speed. Therefore please begin
braking as early as you can.
♦ When parking your scooter, be sure to park on flat ground and then turn the power to "OFF"
before you dismount.
Mercury Prism Electric Scooter

5. DRIVING ON THE ROAD

Page 13 of 28 Owner's Handbook (Part Code: Z40949)