Safety Manual - E-Wheels EW-36 Owner's Manual

General Operation - Mirrors
If your scooter is equipped with mirrors, orient them so that you can see behind you. Orient the mirrors while
sitting on the scooter but while the scooter is not moving and is not in operation. Never attempt to adjust the
mirrors while operating the scooter. Proper orientation of the mirrors should allow you to see behind you and
should minimize blind spots.
General Operation – Lights and Signals
If your scooter is equipped with headlights and turn signals, use them. Using headlights at night, and even at day,
increases your visibility to other vehicles. Using turn signals provides warning to vehicle and pedestrian traffic near
you.
General Operation – Driving Outdoors
Your scooter is designed to be driven on clean, even, dry surfaces. eWheels does not recommend you store your
scooter outdoors. Your scooter is susceptible to damage to electronic, mechanical, or other components if exposed
to water. If you are caught outside during inclement weather, seek shelter or ask someone for assistance.
Always ensure that the power is switched off when getting on or off the scooter. Never attempt to mount or
dismount the scooter if it is operational or moving. Do not switch the power off when the scooter is still moving
forward or in reverse. Always check that the variable speed switch is set to the desired speed setting. Always
check that the desired direction of forward or reverse travel is selected when ready to drive.
General Operation – Public Roads
Unless specifically permitted or authorized by the state, do not drive your scooter on public roads. If you need to
drive along a public road, use the sidewalk adjoining the road. Always use care when driving near to or around
public roads, as you may be less visible to motor vehicles when riding the scooter because of your smaller relative
size and slower relative speed. Always be aware of state and local rules of traffic, and take those rules into account
when operating your scooter; it is your responsibility to know those rules, obey them, and understand how other
traffic will operate in accordance with such rules. eWheels recommends that you gain your first experiences with
your scooter well away from public roads, so that you can learn and understand how the scooter operates and
handles in a comfortable and quiet environment.
General Operation – Alternate Surfaces
Do not drive your scooter onto stairs or escalators; serious injury will result. Do not attempt to drive your scooter
onto stairs or escalators. Most elevators are safe for use with the scooter. When confronted with stairs or
escalators, navigate to the closest elevator instead. Conduct a visual inspection and assess the quality and
condition of the elevator before using it. Use care; some elevators have awkward entrance angles that can make
ingress and egress difficult.
General Operation – Curbs
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