TDR S161 Operating Instructions Manual page 18

V. OPERATION
GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER.
1.Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
WARNING!Always use two batteries fo
the exact same type,chemistry,and
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or off of your Travel Scooter
amp-hour(Ah)capacity,Refer to the
without first removing the key from the key switch.
This will prevent the Travel Scooter from moving if accidental throttle
control lever contact is made.
2.Stand at the side of your Travel Scooter.
3.Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you .
4.Make certain that the seat is secured into position.
5.Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
6.Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward
7.Make certain that the seat is secured into position.
8.Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
Is the seat at the proper height? See VI."Comfort Adjustments"
Is the seat secured into place?
Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and secured into place? See VI."Comfort
Adjustments"
Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the "on"
position?
Does the Travel Scooter's horn work properly?
Is your proposed path clear of people, pets and obstacles?
Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as
possible?
OPERATING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
WARNING! The following can adversely affect steering and
stability while operating your Travel Scooter.
Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet.
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Carrying passengers (including pets).
Hanging any article from the tiller.
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V. OPERATION
Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle. Such practices
could cause loss of control and / or tipping, resulting in personal injury.
Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while
operating your Travel Scooter. This driving position gives you the most control
over your vehicle.
Set the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed.
Press your thumb against the appropriate side of the throttle control lever.
The electrical mechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the
Travel Scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you pres-elected with the speed
adjustment dial.
Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the left.
Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the right.
Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
To stop, slowly release the throttle control lever. The electronic brakes will
automatically engage your Travel Scooter to stop.
NOTE: Your Travel Scooter's reverse speed is slower than that of the forward
speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial.
GETTING OFF OF YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
1.Bring your Travel Scooter to a complete stop.
2.Remove the key from the key switch.
3.Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward
the side of your Travel Scooter.
4.Make certain that the seat is secured into position.
5.Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand of the side of your Travel
Scooter.
6.You can leave the seat facing to the side to facilitate boarding your Travel
Scooter next time.
POWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE
Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an energy saving automatic power down
timer feature designed to preserve your Travel Scooter's battery life. If you
mistakenly leave the key in the key switch and in the "on "position but do not use
your Travel Scooter for approximately 20 minutes ,the Travel Scooter's controller
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