Freerider FR168-4IT/Luggie - Manual (Page 20)

Warning : If you are not an accomplished outdoors mobility scooter driver, we
strongly recommend that you first practice in an open area, free from traffic and
preferably with an attendant who can assist you. When ready, proceed to power on
the Luggie. The battery indicator gauge needle will move to the amount of charge
left on your battery and the status light on the power switch will illuminate as a solid.
Gently press the right wig wag lever (FIG 11, page 11) to move forward. To stop,
simply release the wig-wag lever to trigger the brakes.
Warning : When powering on the scooter, do not accidently depress the wig-wag
levers on your Luggie. The above action will result in your scooter going into fault
mode. To clear the fault, power off before powering back on.
Warning : If your Luggie has been adapted for left hand user, forward and reverse
operations will be reversed. For instance, when you press the left wig-wag lever the
scooter will move forward and the right wig-wag lever will drive the scooter in reverse.
LEARNING TO GET AROUND TIGHT SPACES
If you must steer in a tight spot, such as through a doorway or when turning around,
stop, turn the handlebars to where you want to go, and then apply the power gently.
This will make the Luggie turn sharply yet move gently, with complete stability.
Practice in an open area, until you are proficient. Driving in reverse will require more
attention (FIG 11, page11).
Remember: When driving in reverse, you have to steer in the opposite direction to
the way you want to go. Practice in open space as required. Please note,reverse
speed is set to half the forward speed for your safety.
Remember: If trying to make a tight turn, turn your steering column or tiller before
applying power. Steer wide of all corners and obstacles. Please move slowly with
care.
Warning : Do not power off your scooter while it is in motion. Failure to observe
this warning may irreparably damage the main electronic speed control unit or
transmission. Always power off when your scooter is stationary.
GETTING THROUGH DOORWAYS
When you start using your Luggie, you will meet some obstacles that will require
some practice for smooth driving experience. Here are some common problems, with
tips to help you master them quickly. You will soon be in control through doorways
and travel up and down ramps with surprising ease by following the tips suggested
below.
Approach an unfamiliar doorway slowly. Size it up. Does the door have a knob or
push bar? Does it open toward you or away from you? Think in terms of using the
power of the Luggie to do the work for you! You need not strain. Hold the door knob
or bar in one hand and apply power with the other hand. (Remember that you can
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LEARNING TO GET AROUND