Segway Drift W1 - Electric Skate Manual

Segway Drift W1 - Electric Skate Manual

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Segway Drift W1 - Electric Skate Manual

Welcome

To enjoy the many features of your Segway Drift you must read and follow these instructions.
Enjoy your ride!

Packing List


When unpacking your Segway Drift, please verify that the above items are included in the package. If you are missing any components, please contact your dealer/distributor or nearest service center (see Contact).
Please retain the box and packaging materials in case you need to ship your Segway Drift in the future.
Always power off your Segway Drift and unplug the charge cable before cleaning.

Diagram

Diagram

  • Power ON/OFF:
    cautionThe Segway Drift must be on the ground when powered on or off. To avoid injury do not touch the wheel with any part of your body.
    Power on: Press the power button, the power level indicator lights will turn on and the Segway Drift will beep twice.
    Power off: Press the power button, the power level indicator lights will turn off and the Segway Drift will beep once.
  • Power Level Indicator:
    There are 4 LED lights, each light has two status: light on and blink. The status indicates the power remaining as below.
    Status Power Remaining Status Power Remaining
    ●●●● Full power ●● approx. 50%
    ●●●○ approx. 88% ●○ approx. 38%
    ●●● approx. 75% approx. 25%
    ●●○ approx. 63%
    ● Light on
    ○ Blink
    *When the power is too low to ride, the Segway Drift will beep and tilt back. The power level indicator light will also blink rapidly.
  • Handle: While the Segway Drift is powered off, use the handle to lift and carry.
  • Glow light:
    After the Segway Drift is powered on, press and hold the power button for about 3 seconds to switch on glow light mode. If successful, the Segway Drift will beep once.
    cautionAlways turn off the Segway Drift before you lift it off the ground.

Charging

cautionDo not connect the charger if the charge port or charge cable is wet. The battery pack is only to be charged by adults.
Charging

  1. Open the rubber cap
  2. Insert the plug into the charge port
    Your Segway Drift is fully charged when the LED on the charger changes from red (charging) to green (trickle charge). Close the rubber cap when not charging.
    *You can charge both mainframes at the same time.

Before Riding

cautionThere are safety risks when learning to ride the Segway Drift. You must read this User Manual and follow the New Rider Tutorial by scanning the QR code on the Welcome Card before your first ride.
cautionWhenever the Segway Drift is powered on, it MUST stay on the ground. To avoid injury do not touch the wheel with any part of your body.

Standby Mode: The Segway Drift will enter Standby Mode when the Segway Drift is powered on and parked on the ground.

Balance Mode: The Segway Drift will enter Balance Mode when it is gently touched on the tilted end.

If the Segway Drift does not detect a rider within 1 minute after entering Balance Mode, the Segway Drift will enter Standby Mode automatically.

cautionDo not press the edge of the Segway Drift while in Balance Mode if you are not riding it. Doing so could force the Segway Drift to move rapidly. It may lead to serious injuries for you or others.

Features

  1. There is no front or back of the Segway Drift. You can step on from either direction.
  2. When the Segway Drift is in Balance Mode, place one foot on the middle of the mainframe's foot mat. Give gentle pressure on the front end of the foot mat, the Segway Drift will go forward; give gently pressure on the rear end of the footmat, it will go backwards.
    * If the Segway Drift cannot enter Balance Mode and beeps an alarm, try restarting it. If the problem persists, please contact after-sales service.
    Before Riding - Features
  1. The Segway Drift is very sensitive. Relax when riding and keep your center of gravity steady.

Learning to Ride


Rider must weigh between 22–220 lbs (10–100 kg).

Wear an approved helmet and other protective gear to minimize any possible injury.

  1. Vehicle Control Practice
    Learning to Ride - Step 1
    1. Turn on one mainframe, put single foot on the middle of the foot mat, then swing back and forth to feel the control.
    2. Switch to the other foot, then swing back and forth to feel the control.
  1. Get Ready
    Ask a friend to assist you on your first ride. Go to a large open area. Place both mainframes shoulder width apart and put them into Balance Mode.
    Learning to Ride - Step 2
  1. Stepping On
    With assistance from your friend, put one foot on the middle of the mainframe's foot mat. When comfortable, stand straight and look straight ahead while stepping up with your other foot. Try to avoid rocking back and forth.
    Learning to Ride - Step 3
  1. Ride
    With your friend nearby, slowly lean forward and feel the Segway Drift move forward. Slowly lean backward and feel it move backwards. Turn your whole body left or right gently to turn the Segway Drift.
    Learning to Ride - Step 4
  1. Stepping Off
    To step off, gently slow down to a controlled stop. Slowly shift your weight to one foot and place your opposite foot on the ground.

Learning More

Scan the QR code on the Welcome Card to follow the New Rider Tutorial before you ride and to learn more ways to play.

Calibration and Alarms

  • Calibration
    When in Balance Mode, if the Segway Drift moves forward or backward on its own on flat ground, it needs to be calibrated. If the problem persists, please contact after-sales service.
    To Calibrate the Segway Drift:
  1. Place the Segway Drift upside down on flat ground and power it on. The wheel will spin. Be sure to keep your hands away from the spinning wheel as this could cause injury.

  1. Once the wheel starts spinning, power off your Segway Drift. This will complete the calibration.

cautionOnce powered on, the Segway Drift must stay on the ground. To avoid injury do not touch the wheel with any part of your body.

  • Alarms
  1. Overheating
    Riding for an extended period of time could increase the internal temperature of your Segway Drift in excess of 122°F (50º C). If this happens, the glow lights will flash red, an alarm will sound and your Segway Drift will not be able to charge. Simply step off the Segway Drift, power it off, and give it time to cool back down to a normal operating temperature.
    cautionTo avoid injury, do not touch or ride the Segway Drift while there is an alarm and the glow lights are flashing red.
  2. Other Alarms
    For any other alarms, try restarting your Segway Drift. If the problem persists, please contact after-sales service.

Maintenance

Cleaning and Storing Your Segway Drift
Use a soft, wet cloth to wipe the mainframe clean. Hard to remove dirt can be scrubbed with a toothbrush and toothpaste, then cleaned with a soft, wet cloth.

NOTE
The IP Rating of the mainframe is IP54, IP Rating of the battery pack is IPX6.
Do not wash your Segway Drift with alcohol, gasoline, acetone, or other corrosive/volatile solvents. These substances may damage the appearance and internal structure of your Segway Drift. Do not wash your Segway Drift with a power washer or high pressure hose.


Make sure the Segway Drift is powered OFF, the charging cable is unplugged, and the rubber cap on the charge port is tightly sealed before cleaning; otherwise you may expose yourself to electric shock or damage the electronic components.
Store your Segway Drift in a cool, dry place. Do not store it outdoors for extended periods of time. Exposure to sunlight and temperature extremes (both hot and cold) will accelerate the aging process of the plastic components and may reduce battery life.

Battery Pack Maintenance
Do not store or charge the battery at temperatures outside the stated limits (see Specifications). Do not expose the battery to fire. Do not discard or destroy the battery. Refer to your local laws and regulations regarding battery recycling and/or disposal.
A well maintained battery can perform well even after many miles of riding. Charge the battery after each ride and avoid draining the battery completely. When used at room temperature (70°F [22°C]) the battery range and performance is at its best; whereas using it at temperatures below 32°F (0°C) can decrease range and performance. Typically, at 14°F (-10°C) range can be half that of the same battery at 70°F (22°C). Battery range will recover when temperature rises.

NOTE
Typically, a fully charged battery should retain charge for 120-180 days. Remember to charge the battery after each use. Completely draining the battery may cause permanent damage to the battery. Electronics inside the battery record the charge-discharge condition of the battery; damage caused by over-discharge or under-discharge will not be covered by the Limited Warranty.

Do not attempt to disassemble the battery. Risk of fire. No user serviceable parts.

Do not ride when the ambient temperature is outside the machine operation temperature(see Specifications) because low/high temperature will limit the maximum power/torque. Doing so could cause personal injury or property damage due to slips or falls.

Specifications

Product Name Segway Drift W1
Dimensions Mainframe (single wheel) 11.5×6.4×4.8 in (291×162×121 mm)
Unit 12.5×10.6×8.7 in (318×269×219 mm)
Weight Payload 22–220 lbs (10–100 kg)
Net (single wheel) Approx. 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)
Rider Recommended Age 6+ years old. See the weight limit
Machine Parameters Max. Speed Approx. 7.5 mph (12 km/h)
Top speed will vary based on riding style and remaining battery life.
Top speed will be reduced when the battery is low.
Typical Riding Time [1] 45 minutes
Max. Slope [2] 10°
Traversable Terrain Flat, hard ground free of bumps or obstacles
Operating Temperature 14–104°F (-10–40°C)
Storage Temperature -4–122°F (-20–50°C)
IP Rating Mainframe IP54/ Battery pack IPX6
Max. Storage Time Approx. 180 days/100% power;
Approx. 30 days/30% power
Charge Time (for both mainframes) Approx. 3 hours
Battery Nominal Voltage 22.2 VDC
Max. Charging Voltage 25.2 VDC
Charging Temperature 32–104°F (0–40°C)
Nominal Capacity 44.4 Wh
Battery Management System Over-voltage, under-voltage, over-current, short circuit, and over-heating protection. Auto-sleep, auto-balance, and auto-wake.
Motors Max. torque (single wheel) 6 Nm
Charger Output Power 37.5 W
Input Voltage 100-240 VAC
Output Voltage 25 ± 0.2 VDC
Output Current 1.5A

[1] Typical Riding Time: tested while riding under full power, 165 lbs (75 kg) load, 77°F (25°C), 5 mph (8 km/h) average speed on flat hard ground.
[2] Max. Slope: tested while riding with the payload of 165 lbs (75 kg) and speed less than 3 mph (5km/h).

Riding Safety

  1. The Segway Drift is a recreational product. Before mastering riding skills, you need to practice. Neither Ninebot (Ninebot (Beijing) Tech Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries and affiliates) nor Segway Inc. is responsible for any injuries or damage caused by a rider's inexperience or failure to follow the instructions in this document.
  2. Remember that whenever you ride the Segway Drift you risk injury or death from loss of control, collisions, and falls. You can reduce the risk by following all the instructions and warnings in this manual, but you cannot eliminate all the risks. When riding in public spaces always comply with local laws and regulations. As with other vehicles, faster speeds require longer braking distance. Sudden braking on smooth surfaces could lead to wheel slip, loss of balance, or falls. The Segway Drift is designed to be ridden on a flat hard surface which is free of obstacles and bumps. Be cautious and always keep a safe distance between you and other people or vehicles when riding. Be alert and slow down when entering unfamiliar areas.
  3. Always wear a helmet when riding. Use an approved bicycle or skateboard helmet that fits properly with the chin strap in place, and provides protection for the back of your head.
  4. Do not attempt your first ride in any area where you might encounter children, pedestrians, pets, vehicles, bicycles, or other obstacles and potential hazards.
  5. Respect pedestrians by always yielding the right of way. When approaching a pedestrian from the front, stay to the right and slow down. Avoid startling pedestrians. When approaching from behind, announce yourself and slow down to walking speed when passing. Pass on the left whenever possible. Please obey local traffic laws and regulations.
  6. In places without laws and regulations governing self-balancing electric vehicles, comply with the safety guidelines outlined in this manual. Neither Ninebot nor Segway Inc. is responsible for any property damage, personal injury/death, accidents, or legal disputes caused by violations of the safety instructions.
  7. Do not allow anyone to ride your Segway Drift on his/her own unless he/she has carefully read this manual, and followed the New Rider Tutorial by scanning the QR Code on the Welcome Card. The safety of new riders is your responsibility. Assist new riders until they are comfortable with the basic operation of the Segway Drift. Make sure each new rider wears a helmet and other protective gear.
  8. Before each ride check for loose fasteners and damaged components. If the Segway Drift makes abnormal sounds or signals an alarm, stop riding immediately and contact after-sales service.
  9. Be alert! Scan both far ahead and in front of your Segway Drift — your eyes are your best tool for safely avoiding obstacles and low traction surfaces (including, but not limited to, wet ground, loose sand, loose gravel, and ice).
  1. To reduce risk of injury, you must read and follow all "CAUTION"(), "Tips"( * ), and "WARNING"( caution ) notices in this document. Do not ride at an unsafe speed. Under no circumstance should you ride on roads with motor vehicles.
    The manufacturer recommends riders be 6+ years old. Always follow these safety instructions:
    1. People who should not ride the Segway Drift include:
      1. Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
      2. Anyone who suffers from disease that puts himself/herself at risk if he/she engages in strenuous physical activity.
      3. Anyone who has problems with balance or with motor skills that would interfere with their ability to maintain balance.
      4. Anyone whose weight is outside the stated limits (see Specifications).
      5. Pregnant women.
    2. Riders under the age of 16 years old should ride under adult supervision.
    3. Comply with local laws and regulations when riding this product. Do not ride where prohibited by local laws.
    4. To ride safely, you must be able to clearly see what is in front of you and you must be clearly visible to others.
    5. Do not ride in the snow, in the rain, or on roads which are wet, muddy, icy, or that are slippery for any reason. Do not ride over obstacles (including, but not limited to, sand, loose gravel, or sticks). Doing so could result in a loss of balance or traction and could cause a fall.
    6. Do not ride the Segway Drift in the rain. Riding in the rain may cause the Segway Drift to be immersed in water, resulting in function damage and even a risk of fire and explosion due to a wet battery pack. Damage and losses caused by water submersion are not covered by the Limited Warranty.
    7. Do not accelerate or decelerate suddenly. If the Segway Drift tilts back, you have reached the speed limit, slow down. Do not overpower the speed limiter or you risk injury from loss of control, collisions and falls.
  2. Do not attempt to charge your Segway Drift, if it, the charger, or the power outlet is wet.
  3. As with any electronic device, use a surge protector when charging to help protect your Segway Drift from damage due to power surges and voltage spikes. Only use the Segway supplied charger. Do not use a charger from any other product.
  4. Use only Ninebot or Segway approved parts and accessories. Do not modify your Segway Drift. Modifications to your Segway Drift could interfere with the operation of the Segway Drift, resulting in serious injury and/or damage, and could void the Limited Warranty.

Warnings

cautionYou must read and understand the Warnings and Riding Safety instructions in this manual before attempting to ride the Segway Drift. Failure to follow these warnings could result in death or serious injury due to: loss of balance, traction, and/or control; collisions; and falls.

cautionDo not ride on public roads, motorways, highways, or streets.

cautionDo not traverse bumps or uneven terrain.

cautionAvoid slopes steeper than 10°.

cautionDo not ride through puddles or other bodies of water. Do not get the Segway Drift wet.

cautionDo not ride over holes, curbs, steps, or other obstacles.

cautionDo not carry any passengers. Do not carry a child. Do not ride when pregnant.

cautionDo not accelerate when the Segway Drift tilts back or sounds an alarm. Do not accelerate when the speed limiter is activated. Slow down.

cautionDo not attempt stunts of any kind. Always keep both feet on the foot mats.

cautionDo not rock back and forth or shift your weight abruptly.

cautionDo not ride on low traction surfaces (including, but not limited to, wet ground, loose sand, loose gravel, and ice).

cautionAvoid contacting obstacles with the tire/wheel.

cautionWatch your head when passing through doorways.

cautionDo not lift the Segway Drift when powering on or after powered on. The wheels will spin, causing a high risk of injury.

cautionDo not ride with high heels. Always ride with properly strapped closed toe shoes.

cautionDo not press the edge of the Segway Drift while in Balance Mode if you are not riding it. Doing so could force the Segway Drift to move rapidly. It may lead to serious injuries for you or others.

Contact

Contact us if you experience issues relating to riding, maintenance and safety, or errors/faults with your Segway Drift.
Americas:
Segway Inc.

14 Technology Drive, Bedford, NH 03110, USA
Tel: 1-603-222-6000
Fax: 1-603-222-6001
Toll Free: 1-866-473-4929
E-mail Sales: customeroperation@segway.com
E-mail Service: technicalsupport@segway.com
Website: www.segway.com

Europe, Middle East and Africa:
Segway Europe B.V.

Hogehilweg 8, 1101CC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Email service: service@segway.eu.com
Website: www.segway.com

Asia Pacific
China Mainland: Ninebot (Beijing) Tech Co., Ltd.
Room B201, B202, B6 Bldg. Zhongguancun Dongsheng Technology Park (Northern Territory), No. 66, Xixiaokou Rd, Haidian Dist., Beijing, China.
Tel: 400-607-0001/86-10-8482-8002
E-mail: sales@ninebot.com
South Korea: Segwayseoul Inc.
804-66,8F,385, Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea ZIP(07803)
Tel: 82-70-4068-8002
E-mail: korea-service@ninebot.com
Singapore: Ninerobot (Singapore) Pte Ltd
7030 Ang Mo Kio Ave 5, North Star @ Ang Mo Kio, UNIT #07-39, Singapore
E-mail: apac@segway.com
Have your Segway Drift's serial number on hand when contacting Segway.
You can find your serial number on the bottom of your Segway Drift.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product, and update this manual at any time. Visit www.segway.com to download the latest user materials.
www.segway.com

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