Control On Ramps - Shoprider mobility scooter User Manual

door and push it closed. If the door opens towards you, hold the knob or bar with one
hand and gently press on your left thumb lever, and allow the gentle reverse power to
do the work. When the door is open wide enough, push the forward lever and go ahead
quickly, leaving your hand on the door to keep it free of the scooter and letting go as you
pass the doorjamb.

6.1.2 - Control on ramps

Many public buildings have ramps for scooters access. Some have a turn in the middle, and
good cornering is required. Having stopped while facing uphill, starting up again simply
requires that you apply forward power.
Going down any ramp or hill, keep the speed adjustment dial set to "Slow'. This will keep
you in a safely controlled descent. If you wish to stop completely, simply release the thumb
control lever.
6.1.3 - Control Over Grass, Gravel and Hills
The Shoprider scooter performs admirably in grass, gravel and on hills. However, you must
not exceed the guidelines set down in this guide. Please, refer to the safety precautions
(page 2). Safety must always come first. If you are unsure about any situation, avoid it.
Feel free to use your scooter on lawns or in park areas. Packed gravel such as on drive-ways
or roads will present no problem. Avoid long grass, loose deep gravel as well as loosely
packed sand. Because of the power of your scooter, you are able to climb steep hills, but
the maximum safe grade limit is 9° - the reason for this is to ensure proper stability. Try to
avoid wet weather and wet surfaces, rain or showers may cause electrical faults and wet
surfaces can become slippery.
6.2 - PArkInG In PuBlIC
If you need to park and leave the scooter, simply remove your key. This will keep the brake on
and will make your scooter difficult to move. It is best to leave it in sight of someone like a
shop assistant who can watch it for you.
7. maintenance
7.1 - WHEElS And TyrES
All Shoprider Scooters have split rim wheels. This allows any puncture to be repaired with ease.
7.1.1 - Changing Wheels and Tyres
When changing a wheel, remove the centre bolt and then remove the wheel. Replace with
new/repaired wheel and re-bolt the centre bolt to the hub. When changing a tyre you
must deflate the tyre. Remove the centre bolt and the four lock nut bolts after deflation to
split the wheel.
7.1.2 - Tyre Pressure
The recommended tyre pressures are Front 25 psi and Rear 30 psi. The tyre pressure
must not exceed 50 psi (psi = pounds per square inch). Tyre pressures should be checked
regularly.
CAUTION! - On the tyre itself it states that maximum tyre pressure is 50 psi.
Please, note that this is the maximum tyre pressure and the tyres should never
be inflated to this pressure.
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