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4.17 ANTI TIPS:
WARNING!
•
Ensure the anti tips are fitted before using the
scooter.
•
Ensure that anti tips are not damaged or worn before
using your scooter.
•
Attendants must be aware of the location of the
anti tips to prevent feet being trapped underneath
causing injury.
•
Do not allow adults or children to stand on the anti
tips, or any other part of the scooter as this could
cause the scooter to become unstable.
4.18 USE ON A SLOPE:
Your scooter has been designed and tested to allow its
use on slopes or gradients of up to: S700 = 10° (18%)
S400/S425 = 8° (14%).
To improve stability lean forward when driving uphill.
Set the seat to it's lowest height in the furthest forward
position and set the back upright.
When travelling downhill sit in an upright position or
recline the back rest slightly to compensate.
WARNING!
•
Do not exceed the maximum slope of: S700 = 10°
S400/S425 = 8°.
•
Stop and return the back rest to an upright position
before attempting to climb a slope. Failure to do this
may cause the scooter to become unstable.
•
If you are in any doubt about the capabilities of your
scooter on a slope then do not attempt to drive up or
down the slope/kerb; try to find an alternative route.
•
Wherever possible always travel up or down the
slope directly facing the slope, (Fig.4.9).
•
Never attempt a non-stop "U" turn when going up or
down steep slopes, (Fig.4.9).
•
Be aware that accessories attached to the scooter,
may affect the overall stability.
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4.19 GRADIENTS: ASCENTS:
When going uphill, keep the scooter moving if it is safe
and clear to do so.
Manoeuvre by using gentle tiller and throttle movements.
The seat should be set to it's lowest height in it's furthest
forward position and the back should be upright.
WARNING!
•
If you have stopped on a hill, you should start off
again slowly.
•
Avoid sudden acceleration or hard braking.
•
Avoid hard turns.
•
Be aware that stopping distances may increase when
traveling down hill.
4.20 GRADIENTS: DESCENTS:
WARNING!
•
On descents, it is important not to let the scooter
accelerate beyond its normal level of ground speed.
•
It is safer to proceed slowly down steep descents
(below the speed of 3mph, 5kph) and stop, if any
anxiety arises regarding the descent.
•
If the scooter picks up speed, release the control
lever to stop all forward movement, then restart
slowly and do not allow the speed to increase beyond
a comfortable level.
4.21 LAP BELT:
Before using your scooter ensure the Lap belt is worn and
correctly adjusted before use.
The lap belt is fitted to the scooter as shown in the fitting
photographs, (Fig.4.10 - 4.26). It is important that the belt
is fitted correctly and is not twisted.
To lock the belt:
Pull the buckle over your lap and push firmly into the slot
in the receiver, (1).
Ensure that there is no excess belt material, and the belt
is tensioned correctly. (Fig 4.10)
To release the belt:
Push the red button marked 'PRESS' to release the belt,
(2), (Fig 4.10).
DANGER!
•
The Lap Belt is fixed so that the straps sit at an angle
of approximately 45°, and when correctly adjusted
should not allow the upper body to slip down in the
seat, (Fig.4.11)
•
The lap belt is not suitable for use when the scooter
and occupant are transported in a vehicle.
Fig.4.9
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2
Fig.4.10
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