Safety - ProGo 3000 Operator's Manual

3.1 EQUIPMENT SAFETY
WARNING: Many States or regions require specific safety devices or
equipment. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with laws of the
state or region in which you ride and to comply with all applicable laws,
including properly equipping yourself and your scooter.
A. Helmets: While not all States or regions require riders to wear approved
protective head gear, common sense dictates that you should wear a DOT,
Snell, BSI or CPSC approved helmet. Most serious incidences involve head
injuries which might have been avoided if the rider had worn a helmet.
Your authorized PROGO® dealer may have a variety of approved
helmets, and can recommend one to suit your needs. Make sure that it fis correctly, is worn
correctly and is properly secured. Ask your dealer to help with the fit and adjustment of your
helmet, or refer to the owner's manual provided with the helmet. Buckle Up!
B. Protective pads: Elbow pads, knee pads, and wrist guards are not required
by most states or regions. Again, common sense dictates that you should wear
protective pads to help protect against injury. Your authorized PROGO® dealer
may have a variety of protective pads, and can recommend one to suit your
needs. A good set of pads should fi comfortably, stay in position at all times
and not have any excess strapping, Velcro®, or other protrusions to catch on
anything that can cause you to lose control of your scooter.
C. Shoes: Your shoes should have good grip, protection, and support. Your shoes should have
adequate strapping or laces so that they stay on your feet. Make sure that laces or other strap-
ping can not catch or hang up on any part of the scooter or other objects. Never ride barefoot or
wear sandals when operating the scooter.
D. Clothing: Being seen is very important. Brightly colored, reflective helmets and clothing will
make you more noticeable. Clothing should not be loose so that it does not catch on moving
parts or snags on other objects.
E. Eye protection: Any kind of riding can involve airborne debris, dust, and bugs, so common
sense dictates that you should wear protective eyewear with protective lenses.
F. Reflectors: Reflectors are important safety devices designed to reflect light in a way that
makes you more visible. The reflectors are intended to enhance the visibility of the scooter but
may not meet refelctor requirements for your area.
WARNING: Do not remove the reflectors from your scooter. Removing
reflectors may reduce visibility to others. Reflectors are not suitable for use
as lights. Riding at dawn, dusk, or night is not recommended and presents a
serious risk to the rider, regardless of any measures taken.
SECTION 3: SAFETY
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