Freerider FR510DXs2b(Kensington-S) - Manual (Page 19)

CONTROL OVER STATIONARY OBSTACLES
Stationery obstacles (steps, kerbs etc) must be avoided
where possible. Your Scooter has a ground clearance of
9cm (3.5"). Proceed with extreme caution when driving near
raised surfaces, unprotected ledges and/or drop-offs such as
kerbs, stairs, etc.
Most new pavements have wheelchair access ramps
at intersections, We strongly recommend that you use these
at every opportunity. If there are none, and you can't find a
driveway either, you may be able to go over the kerb, if it is
small enough. You can also with your
Scooter
drive on the road until you find a suitable entry point for the
pavement.
If you require to climb or descend a kerb or similar
small obstacle, you should be aware that this will 'jolt' and
bump your Scooter and also yourself, it will also increase the
risk of tipping your Scooter and making it less stable. Only
attempt to negotiate up or down a kerb or similar obstacle if
you are fully competent and medically fit and are able to
counter balance any sudden movements towards instability,
other wise avoid this type of manoeuvre.
The obstacle must be within the capability of your Scooter,
the obstacle must be under 9cm (3.5").(
your
Scooter is very powerful and can climb higher obstacles but
the ground clearance of the lowest point is your front steering
axle, failure to observe this warning may permanently damage
your Scooter, and will not be covered by warranty.)
When negotiating a kerb or similar obstacle it
must be approached square, at a . Always
approach the kerb so that both front and back wheels go over
at the same time, and in the same direction
When going up a kerb, turn your 'Hi/Lo' speed switch to 'Lo'
speed, and your 'min-max'speed range knob to a suitable
setting for motor power to negotiate the size of the obstacle.
Start 15cm(6") back from the kerb. Apply the power gently,
increase as necessary. Steer straight keeping the power
maintained , do not stop half way or you may cause an
obstruction. Be prepared to feel a bump as each wheel
reaches and climbs the kerb. Again, with an amount of
practice, you will find this procedure easy to do.
On no account should you charge at the kerb, this
may damage your Scooter and could make it unstable-
Going down a kerb is simple, but must be taken slowly to
avoid jarring. Slowly approach the obstacle driving your front
wheels over the kerbs. Use as little power as possible. Look
out for traffic, observe the rules of the road at all times.
Accelerate quickly over the road looking and listening for
other road users. It is good practice to switch your 'hazard'
lights on when making this kind of manoeuver, you will make
your Scooter more visible to other road users.
Please note the size of the kerb that you can climb
or descend will depend on certain factors.
1. Your body weight, together with any objects you may be
carrying.
2. The shape of the kerb. Square kerbs set in gullies are
very difficult to negotiate.
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More and more buildings have ramps for wheelchair access.
Some have a change of direction in the middle, and good
cornering is required.
Make a wide manoeuvre with your front wheel around tight
corners, so that your back wheels follow a wide arc to stay
clear of the corner.
If you stop while facing uphill, the automatic parking brake
will hold you safe. To start again, slowly operate the forward
direction lever, the parking brake will release and you will
start to move.
Going down the ramp, keep your speed slow. This will keep
you in a safely controlled descent. If you wish to stop
completely, release the control lever, and you will come to a
gentle stop, avoid sudden stop starts.
When you approach an incline, it is best practice to lean
forward, ( fig 18). This moves the centre of gravity of your
Scooter towards the front of the Scooter for improved
stability. When you approach a decline, it is best practice to
lean backwards in your seat, this will transfer the centre of
gravity towards the rear of your Scooter to improve traction
and stability (see fig 17).
Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other
specifications presented in this manual.
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CONTROL ON AN INCLINE
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Remember your Scooter is a large
vehicle and in some situations it may be too long or wide to
manoeuvre through some doors or walkways.
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FIG 17
FIG 18
Fig17:Normal driving position
Fig18: Increased stability driving position
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