WindRunner G1, G1X, G1U User Manual
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Caution of risks
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Just the same as any other means of transportation, when you ride the WindRunner ™, you
may lose control, fall, and become seriously injured in a crash. Therefore, please carefully
read this manual and got experienced. With safe riding skills, you may reduce or avoid any
hazards and risks.
The figure on the left shows some unsafe riding situations. For example, the wet and Slippery
surface of the road may cause your WindRunner to skid around and fall; Carefully read this
manual to avoid any hazards and risks.
For a further understanding of potential hazards and safe riding skills, login to our
official website ™: http://www.windrunner.cn/en for a “ safe riding instruction video”.
This manual will explain all of the operating instructions and precautions associated with
using the WindRunner ™ to you. You must carefully read, and obey this manual.
Beijing UPTECH Robotics Technology Co., Ltd shall never be liable for any consequences
incurred on account of improper and wrong operations.
Please buy or rent the WindRunner ™ from distributors authorized by UPTECH Robotics.
If not, you may suffer the loss of our warranty and after-sale service. You may consult
the local dealer listed on our official website.
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Trademark registration and legal notices
The WindRunner ™ is a trademark of Beijing UPTECH Robotics
Technology Co., Ltd (hereafter briefly called UPTECH or UPTECH
Robotics). ARM® is the trademark of ARM Company. Any other
trademarks mentioned in this manual and all concerning rights shall be
the proprietary of their owners. UPTECH reserves all rights for
WindRunner ™, and “8-shape logo”.
This manual was compiled by UPTECH. UPTECH owns all copyrights
of this manual and without the prior formal permission from UPTECH, any
organizations and persons are forbidden to duplicate or distribute all or
part of this manual to others.
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About this manual
Thank you for your choosing our WindRunner ™ electric self-balancing vehicle. This
manual will help you:
follow all the safe riding instructions, and obey the riding skills listed in
this manual, and you can enjoy a safe and pleasant ride.
to ensure a better riding experience.
to perform the basic operations of WindRunner ™ before riding.
to master routine maintenance, and also, contact of after-sale services.
to Understand all aspects of performance, maintenance skills, and
troubleshooting, to solve any problems as soon as possible.
This manual derives accordingly, and is applicable for: WindRunner ™G1 series
including G1U, G1X.
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Please pay close attention to the following marks and
meanings
understand them well.
improper use and/or
operation can cause
serious loss of property
or heavy injury/death
improper operation may
cause malfunction or
heavy damage to your
WindRunner
Helps you to rider better
and easier
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. Carefully read, and
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Contents
Caution of risks ................................................................................................................................. 1
Trademark registration and legal notices ................................................................................................. 3
About this manual ................................................................................................................................ 4
1. Introduction of WindRunner™ ...........................................................................................................11
1.1 How do a WindRunner work? .......................................................................................................11
1.2 Model of WindRunner G1 series ...................................................................................................12
1.3 Illustration of G1U/G1X ..............................................................................................................13
2. Install a new WindRunner .................................................................................................................14
2.1 Check the package content .........................................................................................................14
2.2 Check the S/N ...........................................................................................................................16
2.3 Assembly ..................................................................................................................................17
2.3.1 Tools required and preparations ............................................................................................18
2.3.2 Assemble the operating bar ..................................................................................................18
2.4 Intelligent remote keys ...............................................................................................................20
2.4.1 Function list ........................................................................................................................21
2.5 Test riding ................................................................................................................................22
3. Operating modes .............................................................................................................................25
3.1Standby mode ............................................................................................................................25
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3.2 Power assistant mode .................................................................................................................26
3.3 Balance mode ............................................................................................................................27
3.2.1 Beginner mode- 5km/h max .................................................................................................28
3.2.2 Speed limit mode- 10km/h max ............................................................................................28
3.2.3 Normal mode- 20km/h max ..................................................................................................29
3.4 Lock mode ................................................................................................................................30
4. Use the intelligent remote keys .........................................................................................................31
4.1 ON/OFF ....................................................................................................................................31
4.2 mode switch ..............................................................................................................................31
4.3 Lock mode ................................................................................................................................34
4.4 Battery indication.......................................................................................................................35
4.5 Replace the battery of the key .....................................................................................................37
5. How to ride .....................................................................................................................................38
5.1 Before ride ................................................................................................................................38
5.2 Starting the WindRunner ............................................................................................................40
5.3 Verify the startup of beginner mode .............................................................................................40
5.4 Prior to get on ...........................................................................................................................41
5.5 Get on ......................................................................................................................................43
5.6 Move forward and backward ........................................................................................................44
5.7 Decelerate and stop ...................................................................................................................46
5.8 Make a turn ..............................................................................................................................48
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5.9 Get off ......................................................................................................................................49
5.10 Use the power assistant mode ...................................................................................................50
5.11 Use the lock mode....................................................................................................................52
6. Safe riding instructions ....................................................................................................................54
6.1 You must strictly obey ................................................................................................................54
6.2 Strictly forbidden .......................................................................................................................55
6.3 Driving manners/safe riding ........................................................................................................58
6.4 Active protection instruction ........................................................................................................60
6.5 Intelligent safe alarm/protection ..................................................................................................62
7. Charging and battery maintenance ....................................................................................................66
7.1 Introduction of battery ...............................................................................................................66
7.2 Charging ...................................................................................................................................67
7.3 battery maintenance ..................................................................................................................69
7.3.1 Assembly / disassembly the battery pack ...............................................................................70
7.3.2 Improve the cycle life of the battery pack ...............................................................................70
7.4 Transport and recycle of the battery pack .....................................................................................73
8. Routine maintenance .......................................................................................................................73
8.1 Keep cleanness ..........................................................................................................................74
8.2 Check whether the screw is loose or not .......................................................................................75
8.2 Check the inflation pressure of tire ...............................................................................................75
8.3 Storage ....................................................................................................................................76
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8.4 handling ...................................................................................................................................76
8.5 Repair ......................................................................................................................................77
9. Troubles and alarms ........................................................................................................................78
9.1 FAQs and troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................78
9.2 List of alarm information codes ....................................................................................................80
9.3 Spare parts for repairing and replacing .........................................................................................85
9.4 Reporting your troubles ..............................................................................................................85
10. Datasheet .....................................................................................................................................86
10.1 WindRunner G1U urban type .....................................................................................................86
10.2 WindRunner G1X all terrain type ................................................................................................87
Appendix A. More maintenance instructions ............................................................................................88
A.1 Replace the tire .........................................................................................................................88
A.2 Replace the fender .....................................................................................................................88
A.3 replace the foot mat ...................................................................................................................89
A.4 replace the gear oil ....................................................................................................................90
Appendix B. Deep understanding WindRunner.........................................................................................93
B.1 Battery stamina and battery indication .........................................................................................93
Factors affecting the battery stamina .............................................................................................93
Accuracy of battery indication .......................................................................................................94
B.2 Tire and land form .....................................................................................................................95
B.3 About intelligent Speed limit .......................................................................................................96
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B.4 Hot back-up safety mechanism ....................................................................................................97
B.5 G1X and G1U upgrading mode ....................................................................................................98
B.6 Brake lights ..............................................................................................................................99
Appendix C. Outline and dimensions .................................................................................................... 100
C.1 urban model G1U .................................................................................................................... 100
C.2 all terrain model G1X ............................................................................................................... 101
Contact us ........................................................................................................................................ 102
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1. Introduction of WindRunner™
1.1 How do a WindRunner work?
The WindRunner™ is a dual-wheel self-balanceable electrically operated vehicle, a revolutionary
ride-instead-of-walk and recreational tool. The driver may operate the movement of
WindRunner by standing on it, and shifting his/her body. The WindRunner itself may
automatically keep balance and the driver does not have to worry about the risk of falling.
With the built-in electronic gyro, the on-board high speed CPU may calculate in 200 times/s
whether the mainframe of WindRunner is balanced forward and backward or not. If not, the CPU
may control the motor on both left and right sides to rotate rapidly, and keep the WindRunner
balanced. The self-balancing function, allows the driver to stand on the WindRunner with his
body inclined forward. The mainframe may automatically enable its wheels to move forward,
and the WindRunner will move forward; and vice versa. Simply turn the handle left and right.
Because the balance of WindRunner ™ completely depends on the good functioning of a high
speed CPU, precision gyro, and motor, if any one of them has troubles, the WindRunner may
lose balance. The WindRunner ™ has a hot back-up dual-redundant control system which
ensures that all key circuit systems shall be doubled. Therefore, if any one of the key modules
fails to work, the backup may be put into operation so as to maximize the safe riding.
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1.2 Model of WindRunner G1 series
Appearance Type Features
G1U urban standard
model
Easy removal of steering handle, and suitable for
storing into the luggage compartment of most of
family-owned cars.
G1UR urban
for-rent model
G1U-based, higher capacity of battery stamina.
Equipped with external quick charger, and optional
RFID billing system.
G1X all terrain
standard model
Low-pressure large-size all-terrain tire, shock
absorbance, and suitable for rugged and uneven
path. With stamina slightly lower than that of G1U
urban type.
G1XR all terrain
for-rent model
G1X-based, high capacity battery, and long
stamina. Equipped with external quick charger, and
optional RFID billing system.
*the WindRunner may also be upgraded. See www.WindRunner.cn for details.
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1.3 Illustration of G1U/G1X
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2. Install a new WindRunner
2.1 Check the package content
Once unpacked, carefully take out the handle and put it aside. Then,
take out the
The mainframe is relatively heavy;
carefully take it out with the
help of another person.
Take care when picking up
hub with your hands. Do
not directly pick up the
Otherwise, the fender may be damaged
, and
squeezed and harmed.
user’s manual
mainframe.
the wheel
fender.
fingers may be
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Immediately check whether all things in the package are just the same as shown in table below.
If not, please do not hesitate to contact our sales representative.
Chassis (including tire, operating bar quick release) 1 set Care to distinguish the all terrain type and
urban type
battery pack 2 sets including one charging cable
Lower and upper segment of operating bar, handle,
decorative cap
1 set
Intelligent remote key 2 pcs Two general-purpose intelligent remote
keys. One operating and one standby
Battery of intelligent remote key 2 pcs Backup battery for intelligent remote key
Dismantling tools and working gloves 1 set socket screw wrench, 1 set, working gloves,
1 pair
instruction manual and safety riding instruction DVD,
warranty card
1 set
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2.2 Check the S/N
All warranty terms are located on the warranty card and are guaranteed in three aspects: repair,
spare parts, and contact method. All shall be signed by your seller upon the entry-into-effect
date of warranty, contact method of the seller and stamp. Moreover, the last page of the
warranty card should have been attached with the label of serial number.
The serial number is the combination of 12-bit character and number. You may find the serial
number located on the positions below:
Attached at the last page of warranty card.
Attached at the place under the right foot mat.
Outside of packing.
meanings of serial number label and code
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Each WindRunner
has a unique serial number
and
warranty card are the only mark for
maintenance and repair, and after-
sale service
consistency of serial numbers at three positions mentioned
above. If unconformities are found, it
means that
from an OEM
. If there is a problem, please don’t hesitate to
contact our sales representatives.
Please login the official website of WindRunner www.windrunner.cn,
click the
technical support” link located at the lower right part of screen,
and click the “user registration”
link in a new page. Register your warranty card as required;
you may enjoy the free on
consultation and on-line after-sale service.
2.3 Assembly
After you determined that all component parts are complete and intact,
WindRunner according to the following steps.
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. The serial number
enjoying the free
. Please verify the
it may not be
“repair and
-line
assemble a new
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Before handling, installing any
component parts
any cleaning and maintenance,
remember to power off the
WindRunner and cut off the
charging cable
2.3.1 Tools required and preparations
Before assembling a new WindRunner,
please take out a set of accompanied socket
wrenches from the packaging. All these tools must be kept for future
maintenance
transportation.
You should wear the working gloves to protect your hands from dirt
and
2.3.2 Assemble the operating bar
user’s manual
or making
.
screw
and
scratches.
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Assemble the handle onto the upper segment of operating bar, and then fit the upper segment
of operating bar with its lower segment together
Insert the operating bar
to the steering shaft
1. Hold the nuts
inside, revolve the
quick release handle
CW
2.fasten the quick
release handle
Insert the operating bar into the steering shaft Hold-down the quick-release handle
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When assembling or removing the
operating bar
handle, you should first
remove the decorative cap of
then tighten the quick-release handle, turn
it until the last turn is at
its final place. Then hold-down the handle
upward
handle shall be unable to hold down. I
f too loose, the han
disengaged, fall off, and lead to a hazard.
2.4 Intelligent remote keys
Each WindRunner has been equipped with two identical
intelligent remote key
operating, and the other is for standby and precautions against loss or
damage
for the appearance of intelligent remote keys and functions of buttons.
On/Off/
Unlock
Lock
mode
Batt.
indicator
Operation
mode
intelligent remote key contour and functions
user’s manual
with quick-release
operating bar,
. If too tight, the
dle may be
s. One is for
. See figure below
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2.4.1 Function list
ON/OFF/Unlock: For starting or turning-off the WindRunner. To start it you press
it once. Once you start the WindRunner, if no driver is standing on it, press it once
to turn-off (for safety reasons, if the WindRunner has been started and the driver is standing on
it, it should be not powered off). Under the lock mode, press this button to unlock.
Lock:
if powered on, press this button to start the lock mode. Under lock mode,
any movement or inclining in the mainframe may trigger an alarm; wheels locked
up, cause vibrations and trigger the alarm.
Battery capacity indication: press and hold this button on the display panel to
show the current battery capacity of the WindRunner. There are total five LEDs,
1～5 blue LEDs respectively mean 5 divisions of battery capacity, if 5 blue LEDs lit up means that
the battery capacity is full, 1 red LED means about 20% of batter capacity is left. If you press
and hold this button and only 1 red LED flicker, it means that the battery capacity has been
approximately used up.
Speed limit: the WindRunner has three riding modes: beginner mode, Speed limit
mode and normal mode. The maximum speed and reaction sensitivity under three
operating modes are quite different. If powered on, press this button to toggle the
three modes. Under the beginner mode, a red LED located on the display panel shall glow
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steadily; under Speed limit mode, the LED will be blue
and glow steadily
the LED will not light up.
2.5 Test riding
Now you have installed the WindRunner properly,
and primarily understand
remote keys. Please take the following steps before test riding:
1) Stand beside or behind the WindRunner. Keep the foot mat
at a basic level position
handle with one hand,
and press the “ON/OFF” of intelligent remote key for 1s with the other
hand and the WindRunner shall start. 5 LEDs on the
central display panel shall come on in
sequence, meanwhile, accompanied with vibration and buzz
similar to that of starting the engine
of a car. After the buzz disappears, the WindRunner self-test
will be complete
basically leveled then tap any one foot mat lightly with your foot.
You may hear a
and then the wheels of WindRunner begin to move, and enter into the
power assistant mode
At the moment of startup, keep the WindRunner
upright
mat basically leveled with the operating bar
Otherwise the intelligent self-
test logic may determine that the
WindRunner
is unsuitable for starting and unable to start
for details.
user’s manual
; under normal mode,
the intelligent
. Hold the
. Keep the foot mat
very short buzz,
.
, and the foot
at middle position.
. Refer to 5.4
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2) Under power assistant mode, you may slowly push the operating bar forward or backward,
the WindRunner shall accompany a forward or backward movement. Turn the operating bar
right or left lightly, the WindRunner shall also turn along the direction of your turning of
operating bar.
3) Next, please press the “lock” of intelligent remote key once until you hear a sound or “tick.”
One red LED on display panel shall come on. Just then you may push the operating bar forward
and backward. The WindRunner shall shake, and give an alarm sound. At this moment if you
want to draw the WindRunner, you will experience difficulty. Simply press “ON/OFF” to unlock.
4) Press and hold the battery capacity indication” of intelligent remote key and the
corresponding LED on display panel shall come on. Once the key is released, the corresponding
LED light will turn off. The battery indication of a new WindRunner is approximately 2
～
5 blue
LEDs (that is, 40%～100% battery capacity).
5) Press “Speed limit” and the red LED on display panel comes on. Once this button is pressed,
the color of the LED will change to blue. Press this button once again and the LED will no longer
be blue.
6) Hold the “ON/OFF” button on the intelligent remote key for about 1s, and the WindRunner will
turn off. It will be accompanied by a buzz, and a light shake just similar to that of stopping an
engine of a car.
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7) Once all the above mentioned steps are fulfilled, the WindRunner
has
Please continue to read chapter 3～4 of this manual, then follow
Chapter V
on and do a test ride!
At the moment of the test ride
, please don’t
on! Incorrect transportation or
storage
WindRunner not function properly.
Getting
before the test has finished is unsafe.
The testing speed should be slower.
During the
forbidden to release the handle.
During the test ride, if
you find any abnormalities
a regular “tick-tick” alarm buzz, or a
red
display panel, it
usually means that the p
good condition.
Please refer to chapter 9 of
contact your seller for repair.
user’s manual
passed the basic test.
step by step to get
be eager to get
may cause the new
on and riding are
test, it’s
, especially
flicker on the LED
roduct is not in
this manual or
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3. Operating modes
The WindRunner has been provided with different operating modes; good understanding and
using may be helpful for your better riding.
3.1Standby mode
The standby mode means that the WindRunner has been started, but doesn’t have any
movement, or balancing ability. The WindRunner shall be in standby mode under the following
situations:
After powered on, the WindRunner shall be in standby mode. If no any other operations
happen within 10 minutes, the WindRunner will automatically powered off.
If the WindRunner is tilted too high under power assistant mode (overexert etc), speed is too
high (beyond 6km/h), handle released and free sliding speed too high, the WindRunner shall
determine that it is unmanned and this can lead to potential hazards. Firstly, it shall give a
vibration, audio alarm, automatically cut off the power output, and enter the standby mode.
Just then, if the operating bar is not held, the WindRunner shall lose its balance.
If the inclined angle of the WindRunner under balance mode is too high (overexert etc at the
moment of acceleration and deceleration), overload (e.g., riding on a sharp slope), internal
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circuit overheated or battery capacity fully used up etc, the WindRunner shall firstly give a
vibration, and then buzz alarm 4～5s. If the driver has not gotten off or reduced his/her
speed and load within 4
～
5s, the WindRunner will enter standby mode and the rider may fall
off.
3.2 Power assistant mode
The power assistant mode means that the WindRunner has been started, and the driver has not
gotten-on, but the movement by tracting the operating bar. Under the power assistant mode,
the WindRunner shall output its power about 30% and move slowly. This operating mode is
suitable for handling or shifting the WindRunner, See 5.11 for details. The WindRunner shall be
in the power assistant mode under the following situations:
After powered on, and foot mat basically leveled, tap any one foot
mat lightly with your foot. You may hear a very short buzz, and then
the wheels of WindRunner will begin to move and enter the power
assistant mode.
After riding, take your foot off the foot mat. You may hear a very
short buzz, and then the WindRunner will change from balance mode
to power assistant mode.
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If required to enter the
power assistant mode
on, only tap the foot mat
once lightly with your foot
do not push on the foot mat
always with heavy thing
This may enable the WindRunner
wrongly
got on and thus, the WindRunner
will enter
which may be very possible to cause a
loss of control, and
eventually lead to serious damage or hurt.
3.3 Balance mode
Once you stand on the WindRunner, the WindRunner
will begin working, and enter balance
mode. Balance mode is convenient for operating and riding
on different road conditions
balance mode consists of beginner mode, Speed limit mode and
normal
The WindRunner has four foot-on mat sensors to detect whether
the driver
sensors have the same function, once the WindRunner
sensors that anyone is on, it will detect
that the WindRunner is manned. It may enter balance mode.
For all four
both sides, even if the driver rose one foot during riding,
it may give no influences to the test.
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under powered
. If not on,
or foot.
deem that you have
balance mode,
loss of control, and
. The
mode.
has got on. All four
sensors arranged on
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4 foot-on sensor location
3.2.1 Beginner mode- 5km/h max
The beginner mode is one of the balance modes, especially suitable for a new or unskillful rider.
Press the intelligent remote key “Speed limit”, and when you hear a very short buzz or “tick”,
and the red LED at the lowest part of display panel comes on, it means that the beginner mode
is entered. Under this mode, the maximum speed of WindRunner is limited to 5~7 km/h and
operating response will be very slow. This mode is suitable for the new riders to learn and
master riding skills.
3.2.2 Speed limit mode- 10km/h max
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The Speed limit mode is one of the balance modes, suitable for the driver operating under
complicated road conditions (for example, too much pedestrian or uneven surface of path).
While in beginner mode, press the “Speed limit” button on the intelligent remote key. You may
hear a very short buzz or “tick”, and the red LED at the lowest part of display panel will change
into blue and glow steadily. This means that the Speed limit mode is entered. Under this
operating mode, the maximum speed of WindRunner is between beginner mode and balance
mode for complicated road conditions.
3.2.3 Normal mode- 20km/h max
The normal mode is another balance mode, suitable for experienced drivers on good road
conditions (e.g., no pedestrian and even path). This mode may be applicable for riding
WindRunner. Under the Speed limit mode, press the “Speed limit” button on the intelligent
remote key. You may hear a very short buzz or “tick”, and the blue LED at the lowest part of
display panel will cut off. This means that the normal mode is entered. Under this normal mode,
the WindRunner has the maximum speed, and highest sensitivity. Press the “Speed limit” of
intelligent remote key to toggle between beginner mode, Speed limit mode and normal mode.
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The built-in intelligent system of
WindRunner
ensure the driver’s safety. However, it
can
problems associated with long overload,
overheat
capacity, wheel skidding, etc. U
nder balance
WindRunner may begin to shake and
alarm
the intelligent safety alarm), if
the driver
within a few seconds, it may be changed to
cut off the power output.
Just then if the
WindRunner, the driv
er may be seriously injured or
3.4 Lock mode
The lock mode is a security function of WindRunner under the
power on
short parking to protect it against traction by others. Under the
power on
the intelligent remote key to enter the lock mode.
After locked up, press
All above mentioned working modes shall
be furthe
next chapters. The driver
may progressively find out the features of
all working modes during the riding
test and make a good using
user’s manual
shall try to
not ensure to solve
overheat
ing, battery
mode, the
(which is called
pays no attention,
standby mode and
driver is still on the
fall.
state for temporary
state, press “lock” on
“ON/OFF” to unlock.
r detailed in the
.
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