Driving On The Road; Battery Charging And Care - Drive Medical Kite Owner's Handbook Manual

5. DRIVING ON THE ROAD

• Starting and Driving
1. Make sure the seat is installed properly.
2. Make sure the tiller has been secured properly and
the tiller lock is disengaged.
3. Fold down the armrests so you can rest your arms
on them.
4. Switch the key ignition on.
5. Check the battery gauge to see whether there is
enough power for your journey. If you have any
doubt about the remaining power, recharge the
battery pack before use.
6. Set the speed dial to a position you feel safe and
comfortable with.
7. Check the wigwag paddle and automatic brake
work correctly.
8. Before driving, check the environment around you is
safe for you to drive.
Warning
Be careful whilst driving in heavy traffic or
crowded areas. Whilst reversing the vehicle,
be aware of people or objects behind you.
• Starting and Driving
1. Release the wigwag paddle completely. The vehicle
will automatically brake and stop.
2. Switch the scooter off at the key ignition and pull
out the key.
Stopping distance will vary with speed so
begin braking as early as possible.
Always park on flat ground, switch off and
remove the key before dismounting.

6. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE

The battery pack can be charged either when it is
installed or removed from the scooter.
To Charge
1. Switch the key ignition off.
2. Plug the charger's power cord in to the mains.
3. If required, remove the battery pack (see next
section for details)
Kite Electric Scooter
4. Open the charging socket cap on the battery
pack. Then connect the charger's round plug in to
the charging socket (as shown in photo)
5. Switch on the plug socket at the mains.
To Remove the Battery Pack
1. Switch the key ignition off.
2. Turn the locking lever as shown below to unlock the
battery pack.
3. Then lift out of the scooter using the handle on the
battery pack.
To Install The Battery Pack
Lower the battery pack in to the scooter, and turn the
locking lever in the opposite direction to secure the
battery pack.
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