About This Manual The Risk of Injury Introduction Key Safety Points Operating Limits Rider Weight Limits Avoiding Hazards & Falls Setting Up Your Modobag Riding Your Modobag Towing Your Modobag Stowing Your Modobag Charging Riding Tips and Safety Guidelines Recap Additional Information...
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• Read the user manual and be sure to watch the 'How to use Modobag' Video at Modobag.com. • Your Modobag battery should be charged for 2 hours for the first time. See page X of the user manual for charging instructions.
User Manual and that you use good judgment when riding your Modobag. Remember to pass on this User Manual and the Safety Video if you ever resell your Modobag. If you have questions, or need a copy of the User Manual or Safety Video, contact Modobag before you attempt to use your Modobag.
• Whenever you ride the Modobag, you risk death or serious injury from loss of control, collisions, and falls. It is your responsibility to learn how to safely ride the Modobag in order to reduce this risk. To ride safely you must follow all instructions in the user materials, including the User Manual and "How to"...
Operating Limits It is important that you familiarize yourself with the operating limits of the Modobag. These limits are set to maximize rider safety while reducing the risk of damage to the Modobag. The Modobag will perform better when you observe these limits.
Modobag and use the tow handle to move your Modobag over unsafe surfaces or terrain. The Modobag wheels must be able to grip the ground to stay in control. Slips occur when the wheels lose traction, potentially causing loss of control and a fall. Abrupt maneuvers, riding over slippery surfaces, loose objects and materials, or steep slopes can cause the wheels to lose traction.
Your posture and stance affect your ability to ride safely: always sit in the padded designated area of the Modobag. • Be alert. Scan both far ahead and in front of the Modobag; your eyes are your best tool for safely avoiding obstacles and slippery surfaces.
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• Learn about and obey applicable laws and regulations. Maximizing Riding Range • Maximum Range is achieved by riding your Modobag on indoor speed with a steady thumb on the throttle. • Quick starts/stops use more power and will decrease your range.
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Practice Riding You will need to become very familiar with your Modobag before you attempt to ride outside of your controlled practice environment. The more you practice, the safer you will be when you move into new places. Remember the following as you practice: •...
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2. Make sure you have read all the instructions and warnings in this manual and watched the Safety Video before you attempt to ride your Modobag. 3. Put on your helmet and fasten and adjust the chin strap in accordance with the helmet manufacturer's instructions.
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Ensure the Indoor (Low) Speed Setting is enabled by confirming the button is in the down position. WARNING For your first ride, take your time and remain on indoor speed. Make turns at a slow rate of speed to familiarize yourself with the turning capabilities and balance of the Modobag.
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Step 5: Stopping / Braking 1. Stop the Modobag by applying pressure to the brake lever on the left side of the handle bar - it is very similar to the brake control an a bicycle. 2. Once stopped, place your feet on the ground to remain stationary. If you push back, you will move backward.
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Avoid abrupt turns on any surface. Turning abruptly, especially on slippery surfaces or slopes, can cause the Modobag to tip over and cause you to fall. Turns should always be made slowly and gradually. If you ever feel unstable place your feet gently on the ground to stop and maintain balance.
IMPORTANT: If your bag sways or shakes when being pulled, you have not properly locked the handlebar in the down position. The handlebars must be lowered all the way down and the clamp at the base of the handlebar must be locked in order for the Modobag to tow straight. Stowing Your Modobag •...
Charging In order to maintain the best performance from your Modobag Nano-safe battery, fully charge the battery for 2 hours when you receive your Modobag and only use charging devices approved by Modobag. • The dashboard panel indicates Modobag’s battery charge level.
• Read this manual and watch the 'How to Use Modobag' video at modobag.com. • Inspect your Modobag before each use. Do not use if any part is loose or damaged. If you discover any loose or damaged part, contact Modobag at support@modobag.com •...
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• Never ride on stairs/escalators or through revolving doors as it is extremely dangerous. • Do not ride in the dark. Do not ride the Modobag in low visibility conditions without a light. To ride safely, you must be able to clearly see what is in front of you and you must be clearly visible to others.
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• Use caution when riding indoors or in the vicinity of doorways, archways, branches, signs, or other low overhead. • Always sit on the padded area of the Modobag in the upright position. Leaning back or sitting back too far can cause you to fall backward.
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Modobag Nano-Safe™ Battery System Modobag is powered by a Nano-Safe™ Battery System, one of the safest and most advanced carbon-free battery systems in the world. We are among the first retail travel products to use this patented nanocrystal technology, which complies with air travel regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Will weather affect how I use the Modobag? Yes, do not ride your Modobag in the rain, snow or on wet surfaces as it will severely reduce braking ability. Does Modobag come with a warranty? Modobag warrants to the original registered purchaser that their Modobag will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year.
Report All Incidents If you or any other user of your Modobag is involved in an accident, or if your Modobag performs in a way that you do not intend or in a way that it is not supposed to, contact Modobag Customer Care.
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