Ramps, Slopes & Sidehills; Ramps At Home & Work - Solax Mobility Mobie Owner's Manual

RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS
The center of balance of your scooter changes when you are on a slope. Never use this
scooter on a slope unless you are sure it is safe. When in doubt, have someone help you.
NOTE: "Slope" includes a ramp or side hill. Your Mobie is less stable when it is at
an angle
Beware Of:
1. Steep slopes. Do not use your Mobie on a slope steeper than 8%. (An 8° slope means:
One foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope length).
2. Wet or slippery surfaces (such as when ice, snow, water or oil film is present).A loss of
traction may cause a fall or tip-over.
1. A change in grade on a slope (or a lip, bump or depression). These may cause a fall
or tip-over.
2. A drop-off at the bottom of a slope. (A drop-off of as small as 3/4 inch can stop a front
caster and cause the Mobie to tip forward).
RAMPS AT HOME & WORK
Make sure ramps meet all Building Codes for your area.
For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all standards.
At A Minimum:
1. Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your Mobie from going over the
edge.
2. Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope length.
3. Ramp surface must be even, and have a non-skid surface.
4. You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to avoid a lip or drop-off.
5. Ramp must be sturdy. Add bracing if needed so the ramp does not "bow" when you
ride on it.
Solax Mobie Owner's Manual V1.0
II. Safety
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