Shoprider eclipse 778EL Instruction Manual page 13

and you will gently stop. Practice these two basic functions until you get used to
them.
Steer the scooter by turning the handlebars in the direction you wish to
maneuver. Be sure to remember to give a wide clearance when turning, so that
the rear wheels follow the path of the front ones, instead of cutting short. Cutting
short on pavement corners can mean that a back wheel will go off the pavement,
causing a stability problem. Avoid this at all times by steering an exaggerated,
wide arc around the obstacle.
If you must steer in a tight spot, such as entering a doorway or when turning
around, stop and turn the handle bars to where you want to go, then apply the
power gently. This will make the scooter turn sharply. It will still go gently and
with complete stability. Practice in an open area until you are proficient.
Reversing requires attention. Be sure your 'speed control dial' is turned to 'slow'
before you reverse. Push the left thumb reverse lever. Remember; when you
reverse you have to steer in the opposite direction of the way you want to go.
Practice is required, again use open space.
REMEMBER: If it is a tight turn, turn your steering column before applying power.
Steer wide of all corners and obstacles; please move slowly and with care.
WARNING NOTE: Do not turn off your scooter while it is in motion. Failure
to observe this warning may irreparably damage the main electronic speed
control unit or drive transmission. Always slow your scooter down to a
stationary position before you switch the scooter off.
Control Through Tight Spots
When you start using your scooter you will meet some obstacles that will require
some practice to drive through smoothly.
Here are some common problems, with tips that will help you master them
quickly. You will soon be in control through doors, up and down ramps, up and
over curbs, through grass and gravel, with surprising ease by following these
tips.
Control Through Doors
Approach an unfamiliar door slowly, sizing it up. Does it have a knob or a push
bar? Does it open towards you, or away? Think in terms of using the power of the
scooter to do the work for you! You need not strain.
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