Attention: The Zinger operates by a two lever traction control system which behaves very differently than front wheel steered vehicles. For this reason it is imperative that all users read this entire manual before operating a Zinger.
The serial number is the ten digit number stamped into the silver aluminum frame plate inside the left rear wheel. See callout 19 on page 7. It is also printed on one end of your Zinger box. You will need this number if your Zinger ever requires service or replacement parts.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Unfolding for Riding ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Folding From the Open Condition ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Laying the Zinger Down ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Parking Brakes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Getting In and Out of the Zinger --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Control Panel --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Power Button --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Auto Shut Off --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Charge Indicator Lights...
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Zinger. WARNING WARNING The Zinger may be fun to drive, but it is not a toy. The The WARNING symbol shown above appears throughout Zinger is NOT intended for sports, stunts, or tricks of any this Owner’s Manual followed by important warning kind.
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Do not attempt to walk a dog or any animal on a leash Do not smoke (including vapor products). Smoking, while riding a Zinger. The animal can easily cause loss of presents cause to remove hands from the Control Levers control by even a slight tug on the leash.
15. Motor: No maintenance position until you pull the Release Cable again. Pg.12 16. Seat Back Bar: Use this to push the Zinger manually 2. Release Pins: These must both engage in order to latch with the parking brakes off.
Operating Surfaces and Conditions Zinger. In this case, gain speed before the lip of the ramp so Ramps and Hills (Grades) that your momentum carries you over the lip. DESCENDING When descending hills, increase and WARNING decrease braking pressure to keep your direction straight Descending grades reduces the steering and braking and your speed below 3 MPH (slow walking pace).
Always use sidewalks and official pedestrian crossings. brake, turn, and accelerate. When seated in the Zinger, you sit very low so that cars might not see or expect you. Always use extra caution at Do not operate on hills, ramps or grass when wet.
20 seconds. But you'll probably want to give it a you ever need to ship your Zinger. Returns will not be full charge after anytime it's entered sleep mode.
The Battery Lock Key can be removed to lock the battery into the chair for theft prevention of the Battery, but the Zinger has no key to lock the power off. To prevent unwanted riders from zinging off on your Zinger, either remove the battery, or when leaving it unattended in a public place, lock it to a fixed object by wrapping a bicycle...
floor up (which works fine if you prefer), the following method of unfolding and folding is designed to minimize the need for you to bend to the floor. If the Zinger is already lying on the floor, first lift it by the Seat Back Bar then grab the seat front cross tube with your other hand as described here.
Notice the Front Caster Wheel circled in this photo. Your Zinger is now ready to be toted by rolling it along on the Anti-Tip Wheels or laid down as described in the next section. To carry it, refer to the section Carrying and...
Control Lever. There are many occasions in which you will need to lay the Zinger on the floor. First fold the Zinger as described on the previous page. Next lower the Seat Back Bar until the Front Caster Wheels begin to contact the ground.
To exit the Zinger come to a complete stop on level ground. Apply both Parking Brakes. Turn the power OFF and swing the Foot Plate back with your heels. Place both feet on the ground and place both hands on the front corners of the seat tubes to help yourself stand.
Control Panel Power Button NOTE: It's helpful to sit in the Zinger while reading this (Press and wait three seconds. section so that you can refer to the actual controls. Indicators below will light when ON.) Each Speed Range has a top speed limit.
Auto Shut Off range, and drive directly to the nearest location for charging. If the Zinger is left on, the power will automatically shut off after 10 minutes of inactivity. The indicator lights will be out. To turn the power back on, press the Power Button...
Referring back to the Control Panel photo: Every time the and take time to practice and develop your skills before Zinger is turned on it will be in the Forward Low Speed trying Medium speed range. For learning find a large, level, Range.
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This will disengage the drive rollers from down. Then gently squeeze the Variable Speed Trigger to the wheels while slowing the Zinger in a straight line until start the motor and vary the speed. stopped. It will also stop you if you begin to roll due to a ramp or hill.
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Practice turning and braking in LOW speed power through the turn. range until controlling the Zinger becomes reflexive. NOTE: The trigger only activates the motor; but the motor will only make you move when a lever is...
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Storing and Handling the Zinger Backing Up If space allows, you can store your Zinger by laying it flat on To back away from something it is usually easiest to simply push your feet against the ground or use your hands to the floor as described Laying the Zinger Down on page 14.
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Carrying and Standing the Zinger To move your Zinger without riding in it, it is usually easiest to roll it in front of you with the Zinger in its unfolded position by pushing on the Seat Back Bar. But to carry your Zinger up steps or for other reasons, your Zinger can be conveniently carried in one hand like a suitcase.
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First, open your trunk and clear ample space for your Zinger. Next, fold your Zinger in front of the open trunk and lay it down with the seat back bar nearest the car bumper. See Laying the Zinger Down on page 14. Follow the three steps below.
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If you feel that you are straining to reach down to operate the levers you can adjust them up. Or if you feel that you’d prefer the levers further away, you can adjust them down. You will need the 5mm Hex Key that came with your Zinger to do this. See photos below.
Cleaning Your battery is Lithium Ion (Li-Ion), the type used in laptop Keep your Zinger clean by wiping dust and grime off with a computers. To maximize battery life, do not store it for an clean damp or dry cloth. Do not wash your Zinger with a extended period above 90°F (32°C) like in a hot car trunk, or...
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Specifications Overall Weight 42 lbs (19Kg) (38 lbs with battery removed) Dimension L x W x H 31 (785) x 25 (645) x 35 (889) - in. (mm) Folded L x W x H 36 (921) x 25 (645) x 10 (254) - in. (mm) Seat Bottom D x W x H 15 (380) x 16.5 (419) x 19 (485) measured from floor Maximum User Weight...
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The Zinger battery is 240 Wh and marked with a label on (e.g. collapsible): the outside of the case stating this.
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My Zinger does not steer straight. If you are driving on a non-level surface, like the side of a crowned path or slanted sidewalk, your Zinger will tend to steer toward the low side. Try to find a level sidewalk to drive on. Avoid non-level surfaces when possible. See Pg. 8 My Zinger does not turn or stop as quickly as usual.
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(12) months from the original purchase date. The originally supplied Beyond, Inc.; any unit on which the serial number has been defaced, supplied batteries of the Zinger Chair product, to be free from defects in and Beyond, Inc.; any unit on which the serial number has been battery, tires, fabric seat and seat back and the seat cushion are all modified or removed;...