IMP SmartScoot User Instruction Manual page 21

Tips for driving the SmartScoot™ on inclines and
declines
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Never travel up or down on an incline that is potentially hazardous such as one that is
wet, icy, slippery, has loose gravel, etc.
• Always start an incline at the base of the incline.
• Shift your upper body towards the handlebars to shift weight to the front wheel.
• Slowly twist the throttle to move the scooter forward.
• Never stop the scooter on an incline. Do not zigzag, but travel in a straight line to the top.
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If the scooter loses momentum, quickly apply the hand brake and put both feet on the
ground. Get off the SmartScoot™ and walk the product either up or down the incline.
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Go very slowly while driving down a ramp. In fact, you can drive down the ramp in neutral
without using the throttle.
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Keep your hand on the disc brake handle and slowly apply pressure if the scooter picks up
too much speed.
CURBS
The SmartScoot™ should not be driven over any
curb. Apply the brake, turn off the scooter and get
off the scooter. Lift or walk the scooter around
the curb prior to getting back on.
WARNING – Attempting to drive over a curb
can cause the product to tip over backwards
resulting in possible injury and will cause
damage to the scooter. Also use caution when
driving on sidewalks near curbs to avoid one
wheel falling off the curb. This will cause the
scooter to tip over resulting in possible injury.
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