Omeo Evolution 1.1 User Manual

User Manual

Omeo Evolution 1.1

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Your Omeo Evolution (Omeo) is operated by
Omeo’s patented Active Seat Control system (ASC)
and is powered by the safest and most reliable
self-balancing technology available, the Segway PT.

The Segway PT User Manual is referenced here and
throughout this Omeo User Manual.

Segway and Segway PT are registered trademarks
of Segway Inc.

July 2019 | V2.0

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Warnings / Cautions and Notices

Codes used for safety

In this manual, the code used for prioritising
information relative to safety is as follows:

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTICE Highlights information that

Warns about actions that
could result in serious
injury or death.

Warns you about action
that could result in minor
or moderate injury.

is important but not related
to injury. Examples include
usage tips and damage to
the Omeo or property.

The Omeo Evolution (Omeo) is a Personal
Mobility Device.

NOTICE

The Omeo is not designed or intended for use
as a medical device or health product, and is not
intended or designed, and should not be used as
a substitute for a medical device or health product.

CAUTION

Before raising the legs to ride, you must always
check that the Omeo is powered on and the
Balance Indicator lights on the Control Panel
are green.

CAUTION

When sitting on the Omeo, you must never
attempt to raise the Stabilising Legs if the Omeo
is powered o.

WARNING

Whenever you ride the Omeo you risk serious injury
from loss of control, collisions, and falls.

WARNING

The Omeo is not for everybody. It is critical that
the User is able to react quickly in the case of an
emergency, device errors and warnings to complete
Safety Shutdown Mode within 10 seconds.

WARNING

It is your responsibility to always safely ride the
Omeo to reduce the risk of injury or harm to
yourself and others.

NOTICE

You must always use your Omeo within the laws of
the jurisdiction in which you are using it.

NOTICE

You must follow all instructions in the User
Materials, including the Omeo User Manual and
Safety Video and the Segway User Materials.
These Omeo materials will be available on the
Omeo Technology website (omeotechnology.com).

WARNING

It is recommended that the rider always wears
an approved bicycle or skateboard helmet while
operating the Omeo in accordance with local laws,
regulations, bylaws, standards and conventions.
(All Omeo Technology media presented without
the use of a helmet is conducted under controlled
conditions by Omeo professionals and is not to be
considered as standard practise.)

WARNING

Avoid obstacles and slippery surfaces that could
result in a loss of balance or traction and cause a fall.

WARNING

Do not attempt to ride the Omeo without proper
training.

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WARNING

Hold onto the handles when riding the Omeo over
rough terrain. Do not attempt to do this hands-free.

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Warnings / Cautions and Notices (cont.)

NOTICE

Do not submerse the Batteries in water.

CAUTION

Slow down when crossing puddles, avoid use in
heavy rainfall.

WARNING

Pay attention to all Safety Warnings and Alerts.
They may indicate unsafe operating conditions.
You must learn about and understand the Omeo
Safety Alerts described in the Omeo & Segway User
Materials and subsequent updates and respond as
instructed.

CAUTION

Do not get back on or start up the Omeo after a
Safety Shutdown until the condition that caused the
Safety Shutdown has been identified and corrected.

NOTICE

Practice Safety Shutdown Mode until the method
becomes second nature to you.

NOTICE

All auditory safety cues are accompanied by a shake
or rumble

If you restart and continue riding, you risk falling.
Also, you risk damaging your batteries, resulting in
reduced battery life and capacity.

WARNING

While the Omeo is designed to keep you upright
under a variety of conditions, you can overpower
the balancing capability of your Omeo by
aggressively leaning into and ignoring the Speed
Limiter. You should avoid doing this for your own
and others’ safety.

CAUTION

Always be prepared to stop.

WARNING

Do not attempt to get o the Omeo while it is
still moving.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to dismount the Omeo until the
Stabilising Legs are down and the Omeo is
powered o.

WARNING

Do not insert the power cord if the Omeo Charge
Port is wet.

WARNING

Always power o your Omeo and unplug all
Charging cords before performing any maintenance
or installing any part or accessory.

WARNING

All Omeo & Segway parts must be properly installed.
Using your Omeo without all parts properly installed
could damage your Omeo and result in serious
injury from loss of control, collision, and/or falls.

WARNING

Use only Omeo & Segway approved parts and
accessories. Do not modify the Omeo. Modifications
to the Omeo that are not performed by Omeo
Technology or Certified Omeo Service Technicians,
could interfere with the operation of the Omeo.
This has the potential to result in serious injury and/
or damage and could void the Omeo Worldwide
Limited Warranty and Segway Limited Warranty.

WARNING

Theft detection systems, such as the type used in
some libraries and retail stores can interfere with the
Omeo’s ability to balance and/or cause the Omeo
to perform a Safety Shutdown. Do not ride within

1.5m (5 ft.) of any theft detection system.

CAUTION

Never restart and ride your Omeo after it has
indicated an empty battery condition or performed
a Safety Shutdown due to low battery. The Omeo
may not have enough power to keep you balanced,
especially if you demand a lot of power at once.

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NOTICE

Use a surge protector when charging the Omeo to
help protect it from damage due to power surges
and voltage spikes.

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Warnings / Cautions and Notices (cont.)

NOTICE

Whilst extremely rare, some security scanners
could interfere with the electronics* and cause
the Omeo to go into Shutdown Mode (refer to
Safety Shutdown, Pg. 40). If you are going to be
near a security scanner it is recommended you
do a controlled test to make sure that you can
operate safely from day to day, otherwise you
must stay at least 1.5m (5ft) away from the security
scanners in all buildings. Alternatively, you can make
arrangements with the manager of the premises to
turn o the scanner temporarily.

NOTICE

The Omeo can be used by children aged from
12 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or cognitive capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
Omeo in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.

NOTICE

Children should not play with the Omeo.

NOTICE

Cleaning and user maintenance should not be
made by children without supervision.

* The Omeo complies with international emissions and immunity standards. (Refer to Compliance & Warnings, Pg. 102)

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Copyright, Trademark, Patent and Contact Information

Copyright 2019 Omeo Technology Limited. All
Rights reserved.

Trademarks

Omeo Holdings Limited owns numerous
trademarks including the name ‘Omeo’ and
the ‘Omeo man’ logo (Figure 1) that have been
registered in New Zealand and other countries.
Those trademarks followed by ® are registered
Trademarks of Omeo Holdings Limited. Omeo
Holdings Limited reserves all rights in its trademarks.

All other trademarks on the device are the property
of respective suppliers.

Omeo Holdings Limited
Patent Information

The Active Seat Control system of the Omeo
is covered by patents in numerous countries
and jurisdictions. For more information go to
omeotechnology.com/patents.

Contact Information

For support, please contact your Authorised
Omeo Agent or Omeo Technology direct. For a
listing of Authorised Omeo Agents, visit the Omeo
Technology website at omeotechnology.com

Omeo Technology Limited (New Zealand &
worldwide)
Omeo Technology USA Inc. (North America)
Omeo Technology Pty Limited (Australia)

Figure 1: ‘Omeo man’ logo.

Phone: [phone] (New Zealand)
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.omeotechnology.com

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Table of Contents

Warnings / Cautions and Notices 3

Codes used for safety 3

Copyright, Trademark, Patent and Contact Information 6

Trademarks 5

Omeo Holdings Limited Patent Information 6

Contact Information 6

Section 1: Contents and Layout 13

Introduction 13

About this Manual 13

Significance of this manual 13

Using this manual 13

Section 2: Introduction to your Omeo 14

Recording the Serial Number for your Omeo 15

The Warning Labels on your Omeo 16

Using your Omeo 17

Omeo Specifications 18

Operating Limits 20

Weight Limit 20

Minimum Rider Weight 20

Cargo Weight 20

Transferring Weight 20

Maximising Range 20

Alerts 20

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Section 3: Setting up the Omeo 21

Unpacking your Omeo 21

Assembling your Omeo 22

Section 4: How the Omeo Works 24

Roll Compensation 25

Omeo Parts and Subsystems 26

Redundancy / Safety 28

Active Seat Control and Joystick 28

Standard and O-Road Wheel and Tyre Kits 28

On Board Control Panels 30

Operational Modes 31

Display Panel 33

Controller Boards 35

Motors 36

Balance Sensor Assembly 36

Running Lights 36

Batteries 37

Stabilising Legs 38

Seating Attitude 38

Section 5: The InfoKey™ Controller 39

Section 6: Safety Alerts 40

Speed Limiter 40

Shake Warning 40

Safety Shutdown 40

Empty Battery Condition (Lithium-ion Batteries) 41

Omeo Auxiliary Batteries (Lead Acid) 41

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Section 7: Learning to ride your Omeo 42

Riding Behaviour and Method 43

Control 43

Avoiding Hazards 44

Avoiding Loss of Traction 45

Avoiding Tripping 47

Avoiding Tipping 48

Avoiding Skidding 48

Learning to Ride your Omeo 49

Learning Sequence 50

Directional riding 54

Eyes Up! 57

Safety Shutdown 57

Stopping 57

Expanding Riding Skills 58

Dampening Control 58

Dismounting your Omeo 59

Shutting down your Omeo 61

Securing your Omeo 61

Riding Etiquette 61

Riding Tips and Safety Guidelines 62

Tips for when you are learning to ride your Omeo 62

Report All Incidents 63

Section 8: Batteries & Charging 64

Battery Safety 64

Battery Specifications 65

Omeo Lithium-Ion / Segway PT Batteries 65

Auxiliary Batteries 66

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Charging your Batteries 67

Omeo Lithium-Ion / Segway Batteries (Drive-Batteries) 68

Omeo Auxiliary Batteries 69

Battery Management Indicators for the Auxiliary Batteries 70

Battery Charge Indicator Lights (for the Segway PT Lithium-ion Batteries) 72

Charging Failures (Segway Lithium-ion Batteries) 72

Regenerative Braking 72

Reading the Battery Charge Level Display 72

Recalibrating the Battery Charge Level Display 72

How Temperature Aects Performance 72

Replacing Batteries 72

Lithium-ion Batteries 72

Auxiliary Batteries 72

Battery Transportation, Shipping and Disposal 73

Shipping Lithium-ion Batteries 73

Lifting your Omeo 76

Handling Your Omeo When Transporting 77

Section 9: Maintaining your Omeo 80

Maintaining Tyres and Wheels 80

Cleaning your Omeo 81

Storing your Omeo & Batteries 81

Section 10: Servicing your Omeo 82

Replacing Parts 82

Torque Specifications 82

Accessories 82

Service Procedures 83

Segway Components 83

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Removing the Segway Lithium-ion Batteries 83

Checking Tyre Inflation Pressure 83

Install and Remove Tyre / Wheel Assembly 84

Remove / Install O-Road Kit Wheel Guards (Fenders) 85

Replacing the InfoKey™ Controller Battery 86

Seat Cushion 86

Seat Cover 86

Section 11: Customisations 87

Seat Location 88

Seat Pan Forward and Back 88

Seat Height 89

Footplate Height 91

Seat Cushion 92

Seat Cover 92

Wheels and Tyres 92

Steering Resistance and Dampening Control 92

Accessories 93

Railblaza Accessories 93

Seat Cover 93

Protector Cover 93

O-Road Kit 93

Section 12: Troubleshooting 94

Power Base, Drive-train, Tyres and Wheels 94

Omeo Specific 95

Balance Mode Error Conditions 98

Error Codes: Related to the Omeo System Interface 98

Critical Auxiliary Indicator Light Warnings 100

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Section 13: Contact and Legal 102

Report All Incidents 102

How to reach Omeo Technology 102

Compliances & Warnings 102

Segway 102

Omeo 103

Section 14: Owner’s Maintenance Schedule 105

Recommended Maintenance for your Omeo Evolution 105

Pre-ride Checks 105

Monthly Checks 107

My Omeo 109

Service Record 110

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Section 1: Contents and Layout

Introduction

Welcome to your new self-balancing personal
mobility device, the Omeo Evolution (Omeo).

The Omeo described in this manual has been
designed and manufactured according to relevant
safety regulations and standards.

WARNING

Your Omeo must be regularly used and
maintained plus handled safely. You must
always adhere to the instructions laid out
in this manual and comply with all relevant
local laws, regulations, bylaws, standards and
conventions for the locality or jurisdiction in
which it is being used.

Your Omeo must only be serviced by a Certified
Omeo Service Technician or in consultation
with Omeo Technology.

About this manual

This manual contains guidelines for operation of
the Omeo and is to be used in conjunction with
the Segway Personal Transporter (PT) User Manual.

Omeo Technology have applied best practice in
writing this manual to make sure that it is correct
for the device described. Discrepancies, errors
and omissions, however, may be found from time
to time. Should you encounter any we would
welcome your feedback. Please contact Omeo
Technology.

Users of the Omeo are expected to apply good
judgment at all times. This User Manual is to
be kept with the Omeo at all times including if
ownership or custody is transferred.

Check the website regularly for Omeo user
updates and for the most up to date online copy of
the manual at omeotechnology.com.

Significance of this manual

• This Manual and the Segway Personal
Transporter (PT) User Manual are components
of the Omeo and are necessary for safe and
responsible use and care of your Omeo.

• These are to be accessible throughout the
Omeo’s useful life.

Using this manual

This manual is relevant only for the Omeo model
purchased and is to be used in conjunction with
the Segway PT User Manual. The manual has been
written by Omeo Technology for the use by any
persons authorised to use and maintain the Omeo.

No part of this Manual is to be copied, reproduced
or transmitted to third parties without written
permission from Omeo Technology. All products
and registered brands that appear in this document
belong to the rightful owners.

The Manual provides information that will guide
the owner and authorised parties in the safe use
and care of the Omeo.

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WARNING

When riding the Omeo, the user risks death or
serious injury from loss of control, collisions
and / or falls. To reduce the risk of injury the
user must read and follow all the instructions
and warnings contained in this manual.

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Section 2: Introduction to your Omeo

This section introduces the Omeo, and includes:

• How to locate and record the Omeo master
Serial Number

• Omeo model, descriptions and specifications

• The operating limits of the Omeo.

NOTICE

Voiding of warranty – unauthorised opening
and breaking of the Seat Seal or the Arm Covers
(Figure 2), or the Power Base unit or other
components will void the Omeo Worldwide
Limited Warranty.

These areas contain critical components that must
only be serviced and adjusted by Authorised Omeo
Agents or Certified Omeo Service Technicians.

Arm Covers

Under Seat Seal

Figure 2: Under Seat Seal and Arm Covers.

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Recording the Serial
Number for your Omeo

The Omeo has a master Serial Number in the rear
storage hatch which is unique to each device.
This will allow service, maintenance, parts,
ownership and warranty to be tracked
appropriately by Omeo Technology. It is
recommended that the serial number be kept
recorded in a safe place separate from the device
in case you need to contact Omeo Technology to
order a replacement InfoKey™ Controller, Batteries
or for other parts and support.

To record the Omeo master Serial Number:

1. Place the Omeo in a secure upright position
with the Stabilising Legs down

2. Lift the lid of the rear storage hatch to locate
the serial number (as shown in Figure 3)

3. Record your unique Omeo master Serial
Number in the “My Omeo” section of this User
Manual or some other secure place

4. Re-secure the lid of the rear storage hatch.

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Figure 3: Location of Omeo master Serial Number.

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The Warning Labels on

English

95.5mm x 35mm

your Omeo

You must take notice of the warning labels on the
Omeo.

The warning labels on your Omeo are located:

• On the right Arm Cover (Figure 4)

• On the Seat Pan underneath the cushion
(Figure 5).

WARNING

RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY FROM LOSS OF
CONTROL, COLLISIONS & FALLS.

Only persons trained to operate
the Omeo should operate it.

To use safely, thoroughly review all
instructions and safety warnings in
the User Materials before riding.

To obtain the User Materials, report
any incidents or if you have any
questions, please contact your
nearest Omeo Agent or Omeo
Technology.

omeotechnology.com

SKU#80020

Figure 4: Warning Label located on the Arm Cover.

The opening and breaking of the under-seat seal or arm covers will
void the Omeo Technology Limited Warranty. In order to maintain the
warranty, these areas and components must only be serviced by a
registered Omeo Technician.

To find your nearest registered Omeo Technician, contact your nearest
Omeo Agent or visit omeotechnology.com

WARNING

Figure 5: Warning Label on the Seat Pan.

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Using your Omeo

Your Omeo is a self-balancing multi-purpose
personal mobility device with a patented
Active Seat Control system. It is designed for
recreational and o-road use.

NOTICE

The principle use of the Omeo is:

• As a personal mobility device only

The rider (you) must:

• Always be in control of speed, direction,

braking and traction

• Act responsibly and safely, always with

consideration to self and others, and the
environment

• Operate within all applicable laws,

regulations, bylaws, standards and
conventions for the locality and jurisdiction
in which the Omeo is being used and within
the guidelines of this manual.

Refer to Section 4: How the Omeo Works, (Pg. 24)
for information on how the Omeo works and how
to identify parts.

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Omeo Specifications

Table 1: Omeo Specifications

Model Omeo Standard Omeo with O-Road Kit

Rider Weight and Cargo Limits*

Maximum Payload

Minimum Rider Weight 40kg (88lbs) 40kg (88lbs)

Performance

(Rider and Cargo) 110kg (243lbs) 110kg (243lbs)

NOTICE

Users must comply with
all local and government
regulations regarding the use
of personal mobility devices.

Maximum Speed ** 20kph (12.5mph)

Energy – to Drive/Power Base

(Rechargeable Batteries)

Energy – to Stabilising Legs, Lights, USB

(Rechargeable Batteries)

2 x Lithium-ion (Li-ion)

5.2 Ah, 73.6V

2 x Lead Acid

2.2Ah, 12V

Up to 20kph (12.5mph)

(Depends upon conditions)

2 x Lithium-ion (Li-ion)

5.2Ah, 73.6V

2 x Lead Acid

2.2Ah, 12V

Range of Drive batteries on a full charge*** 26–39km (16–24mi) 14–19km (9–12mi)

Power Requirements

Turning Radius

(Worldwide) 100–240V @ 50 or 60Hz 100–240V @ 50 or 60Hz

The wheels can rotate in opposite directions, enabling the Omeo to turn
on its own axis.

Tyre Type Standard All-Terrain

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Model Omeo Standard Omeo with O Road Kit

Tyre Diameter 483mm (19in) 483mm (19in)

Tyre Inflation Pressure – Road 15psi (1.03 bar) 5psi (0.344 bar)

Dimensions

Device Weight without Batteries 65kg (143lbs) 75kg (165lbs)

Battery Weight

Ground Clearance

Length

Length

(Footrest up) 740mm (29in) 740mm (29in)

(Footrest down) 900mm (35in) 900mm (35in)

(pair) 10.3kg (22.7lbs) 10.3kg (22.7lbs)

(Unloaded) 85mm (3.3in) 85mm (3.3in)

Width 650mm (25in) 865 mm (34in)

Height 990mm (39in) 990 mm (39in)

Height

(Backrest o) 650mm (25in) 650 mm (25in)

InfoKey™ Controller

Battery CR2430 replacement batteries are available at electronics stores.

The weights, performance speeds and Battery
range are a guideline for optimal device
performance and user safety. Variables will aect

NOTICE

* See Weight Limit (Pg. 20) for rider and

cargo limits.

actual performance levels.

** The speed is the capability of the device in

optimal conditions.

*** See Maximising Range (Pg. 20) for factors

that increase or decrease the user range on
the Omeo.

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Operating Limits

The Omeo is a dynamic device that is designed
to perform safely, within limits. An increased risk
of damage to the device, its components and
injury to the rider and others may occur when the
recommended limits are exceeded.

Weight Limit

The maximum weight limit of 110kg (243lbs) for
rider and cargo (payload) is calculated to ensure
reliability, safety, functionality and undue stress on
componentry.

Exceeding the weight limit will void the Omeo
Worldwide Limited Warranty.

WARNING

Exceeding weight limits could compromise
safety, reliability, functionality and durability
especially when operated:

• At higher speed

• Inappropriately to conditions

• By aggressive and abrupt riding

• On irregular surfaces

• On incline / steep slope

• With uneven weight distribution.

Minimum Rider Weight

The rider’s weight should not be less than 40kg
(88lbs).

Cargo Weight

Add the weight of the cargo and the rider to
determine the total weight to make sure you are
operating within the weight limits.

Cargo carried on the front, back or sides of your
Omeo will likely require a change in the position
on the seat to re-establish the central or Neutral
Balance point.

WARNING

Exceeding cargo weights of 4.5kg may interfere
with your Omeo’s balancing ability and could
lead to uncontrolled acceleration or steering,
leading to injury or damage to you and / or
your Omeo.

Transferring Weight

Eective performance of your Omeo requires
weight transference over the central balance
point. Weight transference generates forward and
back drive and stopping and slowing down by the
same actions in opposite directions. For example,
transferring weight to the right will cause your
Omeo to move to the right and transferring
weight to the rear will cause your Omeo to slow
down and stop then go backwards.

Maximising Range

The range of your Omeo is aected by many
variables, such as o-road use, climbing hills,
operating continuously at high speed.

Maximum range distances are provided in the
Segway PT User Manual (Pg. 16).

Alerts

Your Omeo has a range of alerts that will activate
when some limits are being exceeded. You must
learn to recognise and manage these alerts and
adapt your riding style accordingly. For example,
the Seat will tilt backwards when approaching
maximum speed. For further information about
these alerts, refer to Section 6: Safety Alerts (Pg. 40).

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Section 3: Setting up the Omeo

Unpacking your Omeo

The following parts are included in your box upon
delivery:

• Seat Back

• Omeo – complete with Seat, Wheels, Power

Base unit

• Power cord for charging the Lithium-ion
Batteries

• InfoKey™ Controller x2

• User Manual and User Video (USB drive)

• Auxiliary Battery Charger*

• Omeo Worldwide Limited Warranty

• Tools:

- 1x 3mm Allen key (for Segway Batteries)

- 1x 4mm Allen key

- 1 x 10mm spanner.

Separately:

• 2 x Segway Lithium-ion Batteries for the Power
Base unit (in a separate box)

• (If ordered) O-Road Kit comprising of; 2 x
All-Terrain Tyres, Wheel Guards and 6 screws.

* USA/Canada – XP Power Model ACM 240US24

Rest of the world – Sunny Billion Model SBP 240100

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Assembling your Omeo

WARNING

Always power o your Omeo and unplug
the AC Power Cords before performing any
maintenance or installing any part or accessory.

NOTICE

The Omeo Auxiliary Batteries are pre-installed.

Installing the Segway Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Batteries (if not pre-installed)

Fasten the Batteries onto the chassis of the
machine and once installed do not remove them
unless under service conditions.

Refer to the Segway PT User Manual (Pg. 22)
for installation, charging and safety precautions.

Additional instructions:

1. Make sure that your Omeo is powered o

2. The Stabilising Legs can be either lowered
or raised

3. Find a soft area (e.g. soft carpeted area) and
gently tip the Omeo onto its side.

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Figure 6: Installing the Lithium-ion Batteries.

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Assembling your Omeo (cont.)

Attach the Seat Back and lock into place by turning
the knob in a clockwise direction (As shown in

Figure 7).

Seat and Footplate

Your Omeo Seat and Footplate will be factory set
in accordance with the information provided by
you to Omeo Technology on your order form.

Customisation should be minimal to start,
however as you progress through initial training
you may want to adjust the Seat and or Footplate.
Refer to Section 11: Customisations (Pg. 87).

Now you are ready to understand how your Omeo
works.

WARNING

Do not attempt to ride your Omeo before you
receive formal training from a Certified Trainer
or an Authorised Omeo Agent.

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Figure 7: Attaching the Seat Back.

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Section 4: How the Omeo Works

Your Omeo works by the rider transferring their
weight on the seat over a central point creating
electronic signals to control balance, drive and
direction. Alternatively, the steering can be
operated by the Joystick.

The Omeo uses self-balancing technology to
maintain balance and movement forward and
backward when the rider changes their centre
of gravity.

The Omeo’s patented ‘Active Seat Control’
system (ASC) incorporates the forward,
backwards and steering control with the Power
Base unit, to provide a “go in the direction you
are leaning” system.

When the rider holds their weight in the centre,
the device will stay still, or in Neutral Position.

WARNING

The Omeo will only self-balance on a forward
and back axis. It will not self-balance on a side
to side axis. This means that your Omeo can
tip over sideways when forced over its natural
balance point. You must stay in control to
maintain side to side stability.

Figure 8: Forward and back movement across a central point.

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Figure 9: Seat steer left and right movement across a central point.

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Roll Compensation

The Omeo utilises the Segway PT feature called
Slow Speed Roll Compensation (Refer to the
Segway PT User Manual Pg. 26) that separates
steering input from terrain changes. This allows
you to ride in a straight line over uneven terrain by
keeping the Active Seat Control (ASC) straight up
and down.

Your Omeo manages steering input and balance
by either the seating position or Joystick control.

Your Omeo is a live platform, moving in response
to your weight distribution on the seat, generating
drive and steering.

Figure 10: Seat steer – Roll compensation across a slope.

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Figure 11: Joystick control – Roll compensation across a slope.

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Omeo Parts and Subsystems

WARNING

All of your Omeo’s parts are approved by Omeo
Technology and have been properly installed.
As the owner of this Omeo you must make
sure that all user adjustable parts are installed
and adjusted correctly in accordance with the
directions contained within this manual.

Using your Omeo without following these
instructions may result in you losing control
resulting in serious injury or death, or damage
to you, your Omeo and / or property.

WARNING

Do not modify your Omeo. Modifications
may alter the operation of your Omeo and
cause serious injury or damage. Modifications
may also void the Omeo Worldwide Limited
Warranty.

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Omeo Parts and Subsystems (cont.)

The Omeo has the following parts and
subsystems:

• Power Base unit and Body

• InfoKey™ Controller

• Tyres / Wheel Assembly and Guards

(fenders)

• Active Seat Control (adjustable Seat Pan,

Back Rest, Cushions and Covers)

• On Board Switching Controls

• Stabilising Legs

• Front and Rear Running Lights

• Joystick

• Footplate

• Rear Storage Hatch

• Display Panel (with Indicator and

Warning Lights)

• USB Port

• Accessory Lock

• Batteries; 2x Li-ion (main-drive) and 2x

Lead Acid (Auxiliary).

Joystick

InfoKey™ Controller

Active
Seat
Control

Display Panel

Accessory Lock

USB Port

Rear
Storage
Hatch

On Board
Switching Controls

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Front lights

Rear lights

Footplate

Stabilising Legs

Figure 12: Omeo Parts and Subsystems.

Tyre / Wheel
Assembly

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Omeo Parts and Subsystems (cont.)

Redundancy / Safety

Omeo’s redundancy and safety features set
it apart from any other self-balancing device.
In-built redundancies provide for a backup to
take over from a particular part in the unlikely
event of failure, minimising the possibility of
an accident.

Omeo has multiple redundancy subsystems:

• Controller Boards

• Motors

• Batteries

• The Balance Sensor Assembly.

Active Seat Control and Joystick

The Active Seat Control (ASC) is a dynamic system
that allows you to pivot the seat using your
weight on all lateral axes. This in turn controls the
switching for drive, steering and braking.

The ASC also ensures your sitting position is
maintained level on slopes so that the device can
be controlled as if it was on a flat surface.

The Joystick working in conjunction with
the ASC.

When the Joystick is engaged (see Steering
Selection Lever (Pg. 31) for details on Seat control

and Joystick control settings) the steering control
is transferred to the Joystick. The side-to-side
movement of the ASC is locked and inoperable.

The drive and braking system of the Omeo is still
controlled by the forward and back movement of
the seat and not the Joystick.

Standard and O-Road Wheel
and Tyre Kits

Your Omeo uses either the Standard Kit or the
O-Road Kit for more extreme terrain.

WARNING

Do not use the Omeo without Wheel Guards
(Fenders) at any time. Using the Omeo without
Wheel Guards / Fenders could result in injury or
damage to the device or rider.

NOTICE

Use of non-approved wheels and tyres may void
the Omeo Worldwide Limited Warranty.

NOTICE

Always run and maintain both the Standard and
All-Terrain Tyres with the proper tyre inflation
as noted in Table 1 (Pg. 18).

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CAUTION

The Joystick does not provide any forward
drive or braking. The steering only is controlled
by the Joystick.

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Figure 13: Omeo Standard Kit.

Table 2: Omeo Kits available.

WARNING

Never ride an Omeo without the wheels covered by the
Wheel Guards. Doing so could result in equipment damage
and / or serious injury.

Omeo Standard Kit

The Omeo Standard Kit will fit through most doorways
(650mm / 25in). It is best suited to indoors and firm outdoor
surfaces like formed tracks and pathways.

The wheel guards for the Standard Kit are built into the body.

Omeo O-Road Kit

The Omeo O-Road Kit comprises the All-Terrain Tyres and
Wheel Guards (Fenders). It is suitable for outdoor use and a
wide range of surfaces.

Figure 14: Omeo with the O-Road Kit.

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The wide flared guards and bigger tyres increase the width
(865 mm / 34in.), traction and scope of your Omeo. The Omeo
is not suitable for close or indoors use in this configuration.

The O-Road Guards, which are attached by screws to the
body, are designed to give some protection from excess
ground water, mud and loose debris. The Guards also protect
you from making contact with the moving wheel when leaning
into turns.

Because the All-Terrain Tyres have no crown and operate
at low pressure, they provide a smooth ride; great traction
(including on soft sand, gravel and dirt), and are gentle on
delicate surfaces (particularly in a straight line), such as lawns
and other fragile flora and substrates.

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Omeo Parts and Subsystems (cont.)

On Board Control Panels

NOTE: Panels A and B can be set up on either the
left or right side, depending on the preference
indicated on the Omeo order form. Panel A will
always contain the Steering Selection Lever, Main
Control Switch and Seat Steering Dampening
Control, whereas Panel B will always contain the
Light Switch and USB Port (Figure 15).

Main Control Switch

The Main Control Switch is located at the top of
Panel A (see Figure 15). To access the Main Control
Switch function, ensure your Omeo is in Joystick
Mode, that is, the Steering Selection Lever is in a
vertical position.

The function of the Main Control Switch is to
simultaneously raise / lower the Stabilising Legs and
enter / exit Balance Mode.

When in Standby Mode: (The Omeo is powered
on and the 5 Balance indicator lights are green):

NOTICE

Your Omeo must be in Joystick Mode to expose
and therefore use the Main Control Switch.

PANEL A

Main
Control Switch

Steering
Selection Lever

Seat Steer
Dampening Control

• Press the Main Control switch once to raise

the Stabilising Legs and enter Balance Mode

• Press the Main Control Switch only once to

then lower the Stabilising legs and exit Balance
Mode.

NOTICE
Do not press the Main Control Switch more
than once to lower the Stabilising Legs.

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Light Switch

USB Port

PANEL B

Figure 15: On-Board Control Panels (A & B).

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