Handicare Fortress 1700DT Owner's Manual page 27

Fortress 1700 DT/TA
Instructions for Driving up a slope
Position yourself in the "Increased Stability Driving Position" shown in
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figure 000000080 (pg 26) by leaning your upper body slightly forward.
This will increase the stability of the scooter. Further adjust your body
position by adjusting the sliding seat into a forward position (see
section 5.1.2 "adjusting the seat depth", pg 40)
Drive up the slope at half speed.
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Keep the speed constant as you drive up the slope.
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Avoid sudden and jolting movements such as sudden braking or
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acceleration.
Do not change direction or attempt to turn around while driving up a
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slope.
The slope should be taken directly head on. You should not turn
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and/or cut across the slope diagonally.
Never attempt to go up or down a slope that has potential hazard such
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as: a slopes that is covered in snow, ice, grass clippings or wet leaves.
If you notice a strong decrease in speed when driving up a slope,
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choose a less steep route to avoid the scooter from overheating.
If you drive on a slope too long it may result in overheating.
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Whenever possible it is always recommended to choose a route that is
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not as steep.
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Driving down a slope
If you need to drive down a slope, drive at the lowest possible speed and
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with the utmost control.
Turn the speed control fully to the left (lowest speed) before driving
down a slope.
Move the upper part of your body slightly backward and always
brake slowly. If you brake too fast, you may cause the scooter to tip.
Failure to follow the above instructions may result in
your scooter becoming unstable and possibly tipping.
This could in turn, result in personal injury and/or
damage to your scooter.
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