Sterling S400 Instructions For Use Manual page 10

WARNING!
4.9 EMC - RADIO TRANSMITTING DEVICES:
When operating two-way radio, walkie-talkies, C.B,
amateur radio, public mobile radio and other powerful
transmitting devices the scooter should be brought to
a halt and turned off. The operation of cordless, mobile
telephones and cell phones including hands-free devices
is permitted but if abnormal driving performance of the
scooter is encountered then the scooter must be brought
immediately to a halt and turned off.
NOTE: the electrical systems of the scooter may disturb
the performance of alarm systems in retail shops.
DANGER!
4.10 SHARP TURNS:
Full speed turns should not be attempted. If you need to
turn sharply you must reduce your speed with the control
panel speed setting. This is particularly important when
travelling across or down a slope. Disregarding this
advice could lead to your scooter tipping over.
DANGER!
4.11 WEIGHT LIMIT:
• The user, plus options and accessories, plus items
carried should never exceed the total weight as listed
in section 1.1 .
• Never sit in the scooter whilst weight training.
Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the
seat, frame or fasteners and may cause severe
injury to you or others from scooter failure
• Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.
• Do not hang shopping bags from the handlebars as
they could swing and cause loss of steering control.
4.12 HOT/COLD SURFACES:
WARNING!
After prolonged use, the drive unit motors will produce
heat, which is radiated through the motors' outer casing.
• Do not remove the rear drive unit battery cover for at
least 30 minutes after using the scooter.
• Do not touch the motors' outer casing for at least 30
minutes after using the scooter, to allow it to cool.
• Not only motors can become hot during the
operation of the scooter, the seat upholstery material
and armrests may heat up when standing in the sun.
• Be aware that in extremely cold weather, exposed
metal parts can present a freeze burn hazard,
particularly if the hands are wet.
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4.13 ROAD CAUTION:
Please show the utmost consideration for pedestrians
and other road users.
DANGER!
• Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver
expects to see is a scooter driving off the kerb into
the road.
• If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you
are certain that it is safe.
• When crossing roads, do so as quickly as possible;
there may be other traffic.
• Be seen! Always wear something bright such as light
coloured clothing, a reflective tabard or day glow vest.
• At night, in dull conditions or in poor visibility, always
use the lights, particularly when driving on the road.
• Obey all of the rules for pedestrians and traffic.
• Remember, on the road you are traffic, on the
footpath and when crossing the road you are a
pedestrian.
• Whilst driving on the road do not drive up one-way
streets the wrong way, use the footpath with the
speed control set at the appropriate speed, (less than
4mph-6kph).
• Do not hang bags off the handle bars or tiller
adjustment lever.
4.14 ADVERSE CONDITIONS:
DANGER!
• Be aware that when driving your scooter in adverse
conditions, e.g. on wet grass, mud, ice, snow or other
slippery surfaces, you may experience a reduction in
the grip and traction of your scooter. We recommend
you take extra precautions in these conditions,
particularly on hills and slopes; your scooter could
become unstable or skid causing possible injury.
DANGER!
When you are using a Powered Scooter or wheelchair,
take extra care with loose or long items of clothing.
Moving parts, such as wheels, can be potentially
dangerous or even fatal if clothing becomes entangled.
NOTE: Extreme variances in temperature may trigger
the self protect mechanism in the control system. If this
occurs the control system will temporarily shut down to
prevent damage to the electronics or the scooter.