Grass And Gravel; Ramps; Curbs; Maximum User Weights - Shoprider Mobility Owner's Manual

Operating Your Shoprider® Scooter
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Grass and Gravel

Please follow the guidelines given previously and your scooter will perform admirably over many surfaces. Avoid long grass,
loose gravel and sand.
NOTE: You should not operate your scooter in wet weather or on wet surfaces.
This may cause the motor to over load.

Ramps

The stability of your scooter is governed by several factors such as the seating position, the angle of the slope and your height
and weight. When approaching an incline, do so directly and not at an angle and whenever possible avoid making turns. When
going down a ramp or slope keep the speed settings at slow. This will ensure there is a safe controlled descent. When the
thumb/finger levers are released the scooter will slowly stop.

Curbs

When approaching curbs and or any other stationary obstacle use extreme caution, slow down and evaluate whether you
need to negotiate this obstacle. If you do have to traverse the obstacle then approach the obstacle front on only (both wheels
meet the obstacle at the same time).
CAUTION: Never drive backwards over curbs or stationary obstacles. This may result in the scooter tipping over.
CAUTION: Do not drive on raised surfaces with unprotected edges – Do not drop off curbs, ledges or stairs.
Maximum User Weight
and Incline Angle
Each Shoprider® scooter has been manufactured to have safe working limits for maximum user weight and incline angle,
please ensure you review the specifications for your model (Appendix 1) and never exceed these maximums at any time.
The maximum user weight is indicated at 0' degrees example 136kg @ 0'
WARNING: Exceeding user weight or incline specifications may damage your scooter & void your warranty.
WARNING: If fitted Never remove the anti-tip wheels from the scooter.
CAUTION: When on any incline or decline never place the scooter in free wheel mode.
CAUTION: When driving on an incline never Zigzag or drive at an angle up the incline. Always drive your scooter
straight up the incline. This will reduce the possibility of the scooter tipping.
CAUTION: Do not drive your Shoprider® across the side of an incline Do not stop if possible while driving up or
down an incline. Use 7-10 setting on your speed dial when going up an incline and 1-4 when going down the
incline.
WARNING: You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered with snow, ice,
cut grass, or wet leaves).
WARNING: Shoprider® scooters are capable of climbing slopes greater than those indicated below, do not, under
any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual. Doing so
could cause instability in your scooter and or cause future problems with the electrical systems on the scooter.
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