Freerider FR510DXs2b(Kensington-S) - Manual (Page 18)

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If you prefer you can swing the armrests back to allow you
to pivot on your seat and then ease yourself onto your feet.
Do not use the handlebars as a crutch to lever
yourself out of your seat. Failure to observe this warning
may damage the handlebar mechanism and make the Scooter
unstable.
Always keep the seat locking lever pulled fully up
when rotating your seat, failure to observe this warning will
result in permanent damage to the seat post structure.
If you need to park and leave your Scooter,
simply remove your key. This will keep the brake on and
make your Scooter difficult to move. It is best to leave it in
sight of someone like a store assistant etc. who can watch it
for you. Another precaution is to you're your serial number
and the date of purchase.
Your serial number can be found on a plate attached to
the front wheel cross member located under the body
cover.
Make certain you are comfortably seated on your
and both armrests are down. Ensure that the
'Speed Dial' to minimum
for your first drive. When you have become more confident
you can increase the setting to a higher speed. Push the
ight (Fig 12, page 11) slowly, you will
very gently move forwards. Release the lever, and you will
gently stop. Practice these two basic functions until you get
used to them.
Steering the Scooter is easy and logical by turning the
handle bars in the direction you wish to manoeuvre. Be sure
to remember to give a wide clearance when turning so that
the rear wheels follow the path of the front one, instead of
cutting short.
Cutting short on pavement corners or 'cut outs' can mean
that a back wheel will go off the pavement, causing a stability
problem. Avoid this at all times by steering an exaggerated
wide arc around the obstacle.
If you must steer in a tight spot, such as entering a doorway
or when turning around, stop, turn the handlebars to where
you want to go, then apply the power gently. This will make
the Scooter turn sharply. It will still go gently, and
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Control and 'Hi-Lo' switch are set
r speed control lever
DISMOUNTING
Caution:
PARKING IN PUBLIC
Always switch off your Scooter before dismounting. Locate
the seat lever and pull up . Now you can swing the seat
lock it, and ease yourself onto your feet.
Warning:
BASIC DRIVING
DISMOUNTING
Caution:
Warning:
PARKING IN PUBLIC
BASIC DRIVING
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with complete stability. Practice in an open area, until you
are proficient. Please remember that your
Scooter is a long vehicle, please take this into consideration
when making a turning manoeuvre. In some circumstances
you may need to make several manoeuvres to completely
change direction i.e. Three point turn.
Reversing requires attention. Be sure your 'Speed Adjustment
Dial' and 'Hi-Lo' switch are set to minimum before you
reverse, push the left thumb reverse control lever (Fig 12,
page 11). Remember, when you reverse you have to steer in the
opposite direction to the way you want to go. Practice is
required here, again use that open space. Please note as a
safety requirement reverse speed is half of forward speed.
Note: If your Scooter is set up for left forward driving
the afore mentioned description is reversed. Also note when
driving in reverse the speed dial may need to be set towards
'max' to allow sufficient power to your drive motor, failure to
note this warning may 'stall' your Scooter.
If it is a tight turn, turn your steering column
before applying power. Steer wide of all corners and
obstacles, please move slowly and with care.
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REMEMBER:
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REMEMBER:
Warning:
CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS
CONTROL THROUGH DOORS
Do not turn your 'on-off' power key switch to the
'off' position when your Scooter is in motion,this will apply
the motorbrake. Failure to observe this warning may
irreparably damage the main electronic speed control unit
or drive transmission. Always first slow your Scooter down
to a stationery position before you switch your Scooter off.
When you start using your Scooter you will meet some
obstacles that will require some practice to drive through
smoothly.
Here are some common problems, with tips that will help
you master them quickly. You will soon be in control through
doors and up and down ramps with surprising ease by
following these tips.
Approach an unfamiliar door slowly, sizing it up. Does it have
a knob or push bar? Does it open toward you or away? Think
in terms of using the power of the Scooter to do the
work for you! You need not strain. Remember your Scooter is
a wide vehicle.
Hold the doorknob or bar in one hand and apply power with
the other hand. If the door is self closing, you can go through,
allowing the door to close behind you, if you go quickly
enough. If not, just stop when you're clear of the door and
push it closed.
If the door opens toward you, hold the knob or bar with one
hand and gently let the reverse power do the work. When the
door is open wide enough, go ahead quickly, leaving the hand
on the door to keep it free of the Scooter and letting go as
you pass the doorjamb. It is an easy technique. Practice makes
perfect. Remember - your Scooter can do the work without
wearing you out!
If you're not
moving, your rear wheel is probably caught. Reverse and try
again. Take your time - relax - enjoy yourself.
Going through doors, with the back wheels:
Warning:
CONTROL THROUGH TIGHT SPOTS
CONTROL THROUGH DOORS
Going through doors, with the back wheels: