General Guidelines ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Operation Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Control Panel..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Operating the Scooter..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Engaging/Disengaging the Brake Release Lever...............................................................................................................................................................................27
7SEAT AND ARMS 29
Removing/Installing the Seat................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Adjusting the Seat Slide ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Adjusting the Arm Width ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Adjusting the Tiller Angle ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
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9WHEELS AND CASTERS 36
Removing/Installing the Drive Wheels..............................................................................................................................................................................................36
Removing/Installing the Front Wheel................................................................................................................................................................................................38
10 BATTERIES 39
Recommended Battery Type ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................40
Removing/Installing the Batteries .......................................................................................................................................................................................................41
Connecting/Disconnecting the Battery Cables...............................................................................................................................................................................43
Charging the Batteries ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................46
11 TRANSPORTING 49
Transporting the Scooter.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................49
12 ACCESSORIES 51
Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane Holder.................................................................................................................................................................................52
Installing/Removing the Safety Flag.....................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder ...............................................................................................................................................................................54
Installing/Removing the Rear Mounted Basket................................................................................................................................................................................55
General Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
Service Indicator Error Codes............................................................................................................................................................................................................59
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1 GENERAL
1 General
1.1Symbols
Warnings
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. See the
information below for definitions of the signal words.
DANGER
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage or minor injury or
both.
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IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.
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1.2Limited Warranty
1 GENERAL
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
Invacare warrants all electronics and electrical components (excluding batteries), transaxle and frame to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. Invacare warrants all batteries to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer. If within such warranty period any such product shall
be proven to be defective, such product shall be repaired or replaced at Invacare's option. This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges
incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product. Invacare’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be
limited to such repair and/or replacement.
For warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your Invacare product. In the event you do not receive satisfactory warranty
service, please write directly to Invacare at the address on the bottom of the back cover. Provide dealer's name address, date of purchase, indicate nature of
the defect and, if the product is serialized, indicate the serial number. Do not return products to our factory without our prior consent.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL
NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE
OR STORAGE, COMMERCIAL OR INSTITUTIONAL USE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS
DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE, OR TO A PRODUCT
DAMAGED BY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND INVACARE'S CONTROL, AND SUCH EVALUATION WILL BE SOLELY DETERMINED BY INVACARE.
THE WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO PROBLEMS ARISING FROM NORMAL WEAR OR FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. A
CHANGE IN OPERATING NOISE, PARTICULARLY RELATIVE TO MOTORS AND GEARBOXES DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A FAILURE. ALL SUCH
DEVICES WILL EXHIBIT A CHANGE IN OPERATING NOISE DUE TO AGING.
THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THE SOLE
REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN, THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT
EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.
PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW
APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.
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2 Safety
The Safety section contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.
2.1General Guidelines
WARNING
DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these
instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner’s manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets
supplied with this product or optional equipment. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions or instructions,
contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment - otherwise, injury
or damage may occur.
Procedures other than those described in this manual must be performed by a qualified technician.
ACCESSORIES WARNINGS
Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories
designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare
products.
DO NOT connect any medical devices such as ventilators, life support machines, etc., to the battery. This could cause
unexpected failure of the device and the powered scooter.
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NOTICE
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Check all parts for shipping damage and test before using. In case of damage, DO NOT use. Contact Invacare/Carrier for
further instruction.
As a distributor of powered scooters, Invacare endeavors to supply a wide variety of powered scooters to meet many
needs of the end user. However, final selection of the type of powered scooter to be used by an individual rests solely with
the user and his/her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection.
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2.2Operation Information
Setup
WARNING
Transport
Before using the scooter, verify that the motor is plugged into the harness.
WARNING
DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
TIE-DOWN RESTRAINTS AND SEAT RESTRAINTS
Powered scooter users should NOT be transported in vehicles of any kind while in the powered scooter. As of this date,
the Department of Transportation has not approved any tie-down systems for transportation of a user while in a powered
scooter, in a moving vehicle of any type.
It is Invacare’s position that users of powered scooters should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for
transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry. Invacare cannot and does not
recommend any powered scooter transportation systems.
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WARNING
Follow this procedure for moving the powered scooter between floors when an elevator is not available:
1.Remove the occupant from the powered scooter.
2.Disassemble the scooter. Refer to Transporting the Scooter
3.Carefully move the powered scooter components up or down the stairway.
4.Once all the components of the scooter are transported to the desired location reassemble the scooter. Refer to Transporting the Scooter
page 34.
STAIRWAYS AND ESCALATORS
DO NOT attempt to move an occupied powered scooter between floors using a stairway. Use an elevator to move an
occupied powered scooter between floors.
If moving a powered scooter between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and transported
independently of the powered scooter. Extreme caution is advised when moving an unoccupied powered scooter up or
down the stairs. Invacare recommends disassembling the scooter and transporting the components independently up or
down the stairs. ONLY use secure, non-detachable parts on each component for hand-hold supports.
DO NOT attempt to lift the powered scooter by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable
(detachable) parts of a powered scooter may result in injury to the user or damage to the powered scooter.
DO NOT use an escalator to move a powered scooter between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.
Powered scooter with batteries and seat weighs 158 lbs. Powered scooter without the batteries can weigh between 80 and
89 lbs. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury.
DO NOT attempt to lift the powered scooter by its tiller, seat or shrouds.
If scooter is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to
use, ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on scooter handles. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur.
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Repair or Service Information
WARNING
Safety/Handling of Powered Scooters
“Safety and Handling” of the powered scooter requires the close attention of the user. This manual points out the most common procedures and
techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance. It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in
maneuvering the powered scooter.
Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed have been used successfully by many. Individual users often develop
skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those described in this manual. Invacare recognizes and encourages each individual to try
what works best for him/her in overcoming obstacles that they may encounter; however, all warnings and cautions given in this manual MUST be
followed. Techniques in this manual are a starting point for the new powered scooter user with “safety” as the most important consideration for all.
Scooters should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical
components damaged by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
Scooters that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water may require replacement of electrical
components more frequently.
Set-up of the Electronics Control Unit is to be performed only by a qualified technician. The final adjustments of the
controller may affect other activities of the scooter. Damage to the equipment could occur if improperly set-up or
adjusted.
DO NOT service or adjust your powered scooter while occupied, unless otherwise noted.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.
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WARNING
To assure stability and proper operation of your powered scooter, you MUST, at all times, maintain proper balance. Your powered scooter has been
designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities.
Many activities require the scooter owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the powered scooter. These movements cause a change to the
normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the powered scooter. To determine and establish your particular safety limits,
practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting
active use of the scooter. Proper positioning is essential for your safety.
DO NOT make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe the warning can
cause the scooter to tip over and may result in injury to user and/or damage to the product.
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap. Inasmuch as the seat positioning strap is an option on this scooter (you may
order with or without the seat positioning strap), Invacare strongly recommends ordering the seat positioning strap as an
additional safeguard for the scooter user. The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt only. It is not designed for use as a
safety device withstanding high stress loads such as auto or aircraft safety belts. If signs of wear appear, belt must be
replaced immediately.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching
between your knees.
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WARNING
Be aware that carrying heavy objects on your lap while occupying the scooter may adversely affect the stability of the
scooter, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user, damage to the scooter and surrounding property.
This scooter has been designed to accommodate one individual. If more than one individual occupies the scooter this may
adversely affect the stability of the scooter, resulting in serious bodily injury to the user and passenger and damage to the
scooter and surrounding property.
DO NOT stand on the frame of the powered scooter while driving.
DO NOT stand on the shroud(s) of the powered scooter.
DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects behind you, as this may cause the powered scooter to
tip over.
DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the powered scooter may tip over.
Determine and establish your particular safety limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the
presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the powered scooter.
For individuals with balance problems, DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of the powered scooter without
assistance. Practice transferring activities with an assistant in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional.
Performance adjustments should only be made by professionals of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with this
process and the driver's capabilities. Incorrect settings could cause injury to the driver, bystanders and damage to the
scooter and to surrounding property.
DO NOT operate the powered scooter until you have checked that the surroundings are clear and that the area is safe for
travel.
DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with water, ice or oil film.
Avoid operating the scooter in dark or poorly lit areas.
DO NOT climb and/or go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 8°.
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WARNING
When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while in the forward motion, the powered scooter will roll
back approximately one foot before the brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while in the reverse motion,
the powered scooter will roll back approximately three feet before the brake engages.
DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your powered scooter to turn over and cause
bodily harm and/or damage to the scooter.
Before attempting to sit in or exit the powered scooter, remove the key from the ignition. This will ensure that the power
is off and the powered scooter will not drive.
DO NOT remove the key or shut off while the powered scooter is in motion.
DO NOT operate the powered scooter without the rear shroud installed, to avoid injury and/or damage to scooter.
Ensure that the seat is properly locked before use. Otherwise the user may fall from the scooter resulting in bodily harm.
Attempting unsafe transfers may cause the user to fall, resulting in serious injury.
Ensure that the seat is locked in the forward position before and during the operation of the scooter. Otherwise, injury to
the user and/or damage to the scooter may result.
Ensure that the tiller is properly adjusted before driving the scooter.
After making any tiller angle adjustment and before use, the tiller must be securely locked into position. Otherwise the user
may fall from the scooter resulting in bodily harm and/or damage to the scooter. Gently push/pull the tiller to ensure that
the tiller is securely engaged.
ALWAYS keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts to avoid injury.
ALWAYS check hand grips for looseness before using the powered scooter. If loose and/or worn, replace immediately.
Never leave an unoccupied scooter on an incline.
ALWAYS use anti-tippers. When outdoors on wet, soft ground or on gravel surfaces,
anti-tippers may not provide the same level of protection against tip over. Extra caution MUST be observed when
traversing such surfaces.
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WARNING
RAIN TEST
Invacare has tested its powered scooters in accordance with ISO 7176 “Rain Test”. This provides the end user or his/her
attendant sufficient time to remove his/her powered scooter from a rain storm and retain powered scooter operation.
DO NOT leave the powered scooter in a rain storm of any kind.
DO NOT use the powered scooter in a shower.
DO NOT leave the powered scooter in a damp area for any length of time.
Direct exposure to rain or dampness will cause the scooter to malfunction electrically and mechanically; may cause the
powered scooter to prematurely rust.
Check to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
Remove the key from the ignition while the powered scooter is not in use so as to avoid injury and/or damage to the
scooter and surrounding areas.
Avoid storing or using the scooter near open flame or combustible products. Serious injury or damage to property may
result.
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Electrical and Grounding
WARNING
Ꮨ
Battery
Check to ensure that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare
products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards.
Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to
contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code. If you must use an extension cord, use ONLY a three-wire
extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected. In addition, Invacare has placed
RED/ORANGE warning tags on some equipment. DO NOT remove these tags.
WARNING
Weight Training
The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel cell batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit.
Carefully read battery/battery charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your powered scooter.
WARNING
Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its powered scooters as a weight training apparatus. Invacare powered
scooters have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said powered
scooter as a weight training apparatus, Invacare shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the warranty is void.
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Weight Limitation
WARNING
Disposal
The weight limitation is 300 lbs.
WARNING
This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that complies with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE.
This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in places (landfills) that are
not appropriate according to legislation.
Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life.
2.1EMI Information
CAUTION
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources
Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM)
transmitters, two way radios, and cellular phones. The interference (from radio wave sources) can cause the powered wheelchair to release its brakes,
move by itself, or move in unintended directions. It can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair's control system. The intensity of the
interfering EM energy can be measured in volts per meter (V/m). Each powered wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain intensity. This is called its
"immunity level." The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection. At this time, current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m
immunity level, which would provide useful protection from the more common sources of radiated EMI.
There are a number of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment. Some of these sources are obvious and easy
to avoid. Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable. However, we believe that by following the warnings listed below, your risk to EMI
will be minimized.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR.
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The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types:
1.Hand-held Portable transceivers (transmitters-receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit. Examples include: citizens
band (CB) radios, “walkie talkie”, security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones, and other personal communication devices).
2.Medium-range mobile transceivers, such as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. These usually have the antenna mounted
on the outside of the vehicle; and
3.Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as commercial broadcast transmitters (radio and TV broadcast antenna towers) and amateur
(HAM) radios.
Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave
sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the powered wheelchair's
control system while using these devices. This can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking. Therefore, the warnings listed below are
recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the powered wheelchair.
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from sources such as radio and TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular
phones can affect powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters.
FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW SHOULD REDUCE THE CHANCE OF UNINTENDED BRAKE RELEASE OR POWERED
WHEELCHAIR MOVEMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are ON, even when not being used.
Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, cassette
players, and small appliances, such as electric shavers and hair dryers, so far as we know, are not likely to cause EMI
problems to your powered wheelchair.
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WARNING
1) DO NOT operate hand-held transceivers (transmitters receivers), such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn ON
personal communication devices, such as cellular phones, while the powered wheelchair is turned ON;
2) Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to them;
3) If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as it is safe;
4) Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may make it more
susceptible to EMI (NOTE: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered
wheelchair); and
5) Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and
note whether there is a source of EMI nearby.
Important Information
1) 20 volts per meter (V/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI (as of May 1994) (the
higher the level, the greater the protection);
2) This device has been tested to a radiated immunity level of 20 volts per meter.
3) The immunity level of the product is unknown.
Modification of any kind to the electronics of this scooter as manufactured by Invacare may adversely affect the EMI
immunity levels.
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3 PRODUCT LABELING
WARNING
The POSITIVE (+) RED battery cable MUST connect to the
POSITIVE (+) battery terminal. The NEGATIVE (-) BLACK
battery cable MUST connect to the NEGATIVE (-) battery
terminal. DO NOT allow battery cables to contact the
opposite battery terminal. Replace cables IMMEDIATELY
if cable insulation becomes damaged. Failure to observe
these warnings may result in an electrical short with
serious personal injury and/or damage to the electrical
system. See Owner’s Manual.
P/N 1148111 REV A - 03/30/07
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL.
FUSE 60AFUSE 60A
yrettaB V 21yrettaB V 21
Black
BlackBlack
Black
Red
Red
Power Module
White
DO NOT operate the scooter unless the tiller is in the locked position.
DO NOT lean against or pull forward on the tiller while mounting or
dismounting the scooter. Otherwise, injury may occur.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DO NOT lift scooter up by the front or rear shroud. Otherwise injury
or damage to the scooter may occur.