Blumil Segway User manual

USER MANUAL

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Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................................. 3
Steps to Set-Up your Blumil ..................................................... 4
Adjustments ............................................................................. 6
Tips for Riding the BLUMIL ..................................................... 10
Blumil Warranty ..................................................................... 11
Warnings and Disclaimers ...................................................... 12
Returns ................................................................................... 15

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Introduction
The BLUMIL is a unique seated solution for users of the
Segway®. The Segway® is designed for a standing rider;
however, many people and businesses wish to enjoy the
versatility and agility of the Segway® from strictly a seated
position. Thanks to the Blumil, users can mount and dismount
the Segway®, ride and steer the Segway®, and come to a
relaxed, seated, ‘at rest’ stop on the Segway®, all without the
requirement to stand! The BLUMIL was designed to make the
Segway available for use by a greater number of people and
industries. With confidence in your equal satisfaction, we
congratulate you on your ownership of your own personal
BLUMIL. Through a simple assembly process, the user can
connect the BLUMIL to the Segway® and transform it into the
ideal transporter. The BLUMIL is designed to provide the
seated rider freedom to access and travel at slopes, terrains,
and spaces not possible with other market ready
transportation. You can now truly experience freedom.

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Steps to Set-Up your Blumil
Installation of the BLUMIL to the Segway® base is quite simple
and takes around 10 minutes.
Step 1: Removing the Lean Steer Frame
i2, x2
i2 SE, x2 SE
Remove the locking wedges
to disassemble the steer
frame by removing the
5mm Hex bolt. Remove the
Lean Steer Frame.
R
emove the red cap with the
Segway logo and remove the
4 screws. Remove the Lean
Steer Frame.

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Step 2: Remove the bumper frames by removing the eight (8)
– 4mm Hex screws.
Step 3: Remove the floor mats
Step 4: Remove the 4 corner plate deck bolts with the T27
wrench (included).
Step 5: Place the BLUMIL unit on the Segway® base and use the
4 corner screws to fasten it with the T27 wrench.
Step 6: Install the provided steering hub adapter. The attached
Blumil steering column slides into the slot.

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Adjustments
Now that the Installation is complete there are just three
minor adjustments that need to be made to be sure that the
rider is properly fitted to the BLUMIL. The adjustment process
is simple and should take about 10 minutes.
Adjustment 1: The Landing Feet
Place the assembled BLUMIL on a level surface and deploy the
Parking Mechanism (while not mounted). Do this by pulling
the Parking Lever until you hear a “click”. Only then it is
securely locked. The Rubber Stands should be touching the
ground. If they aren’t unscrew them until they do. Make sure
that the one in the front and the one in the back touch the
ground at the same time when deploying the Parking
Mechanism. Tighten the screws on the Landing Feet, so that
they go all the way up.

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HINT: It is important that from time to time, the Rubber Stands
be re-adjusted as tire wear, tire pressure, can affect proper
adjustment.
HINT: Remember to re-adjust the Rubber Stands to the proper
height when swapping from standard i2 tires for custom tires
such as x2 tires.
Adjustment 2: Sensor plates
Always make sure that the plates are above the Segway weight
sensors. You can easily move them forward and backward by
moving the screw.
CAUTION: If the metal plate isn’t in the position to press the
sensor, the Segway will not enter balance mode and will fall
over, which may lead to injury.

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Adjustment 3: Gravitational centering
Adjust the seat plate to position the rider so as to satisfy the
gravitational centering required by the Segway® to effectively
lean forward and back for safe and controlled travel and
stopping.
The rider places one hand on a solid surface and, in one swift
motion, fully retracts the Parking Mechanism by pushing the
Lever.
CAUTION: Slow or partial retraction of the Parking Mechanism
can leave the BLUMIL unbalanced and lead to falls and injury.
CAUTION: If you do not have the strength to swiftly lift or press
the Parking Lever, you should not attempt to ride the BLUMIL.
If the BLUMIL floats forward with the rider sitting upright, the
rider is positioned too far to the front. Deploy the Parking
Mechanism, dismount the BLUMIL, loosen the 4 corner screws
used for securing the Blumil to the Segway® base and slide the
seat plate further back. Remember to securely tighten the
screws later on.
If the BLUMIL floats backwards with the rider sitting upright,
the rider is positioned too far to the back. Deploy the Parking
Mechanism, dismount the BLUMIL, loosen the 4 corner screws
used for securing the Blumil to the Segway® base and slide the
seat plate further forward. Remember to securely tighten the
screws later on.

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If the seat is properly centered for the rider’s weight
distribution, the BLUMIL will remain stationary with the rider
positioned comfortably upright.
This is the only time a rider should be required to make this
adjustment unless there is a change in their weight distribution
later on.

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Tips for Riding the BLUMIL
Now that the BLUMIL and Segway® base are one, and the
completed product is properly fitted to the individual rider, it
is time to ride! There are some basic steps the rider should take
to familiarize him or herself to the unique riding style of the
BLUMIL. The BLUMIL is an incredible device, but not a toy. It
needs to be respected as such. Pay careful attentiom to the
warnings and instructions given in the Segway® and BLUMIL
manuals. Follow all Segway® Inc. and BLUMIL safety guidelines
when riding the BLUMIL. Wear a helmet – seriously – this is
particularly critical in your first rides and as you become
familiar with riding the BLUMIL. For your first ride with the
BLUMIL, start on a flat surface with good traction, and ensure
that there are no obstacles overhead or near the wheels. Be
sure the Segway® is in the “Beginner” mode (as indicated with
a “Turtle” on the controller). Be sure that you have followed
the Adjustments Section of this manual prior to Riding. Failure
to do so can result in an un-centered position of the rider and
risk of injury.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to ride on challenging terrain until
properly informed and experienced in riding the BLUMIL.
CAUTION: You need to deploy the Parking Mechanism on a
fairly even surface. Make sure both legs touch the ground at
the same distance. If you want to lock it going uphill you need
to be standing perpendicularly to the hill.

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Blumil Warranty
BLUMIL Limited Warranty
Statement
Blumil is covered by a 1 year warranty against defects in
materials and workmanship from the date of purchase,
provided normal use. A replacement product or part that has
been installed in accordance with Seller's instructions assumes
the remaining warranty of the original product or 90 days from
the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer.
Warranty Exclusions
The foregoing Warranty does not cover and shall be void for
defects or damages resulting from casualty, accident, collision,
inclement weather, water damage, misuse or abuse, neglect,
alterations, improper installation, operation or maintenance.
This is NOT a warranty of the Segway® or any Segway®
components. Segway® warranty issues will need to be
addressed directly with Segway®.
Procedure for Warranty Service
Prior to returning any Product to Blumil for warranty service,
you must first contact Blumil by email [e-mail], to
confirm that such Product is covered by the foregoing
Warranty. If such Product is so covered, you will be responsible
for payment of shipping costs to and from Blumil or a reseller
for warranty service.

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Warnings and Disclaimers
Rider Requirements
It is the responsibility of the consumer to be sure that they read
and meet all of the rider requirements listed below and are
aware of all of the risks of riding as listed in this manual and
the Segway® manual before they attempt to ride the BLUMIL.
• The rider must be able to stay in the BLUMIL. If the rider slips
off the seat, he or she will fall and risk being injured.
• To control the BLUMIL the rider must be able to move his or
her center of gravity by leaning forward and back. A rapid stop
can require leaning backward aggressively.
• The rider must be able to deploy and retract the Parking
Mechanism in one, swift motion with one hand.
• The rider must be able to operate the steering handle.
• The rider must be prepared to deal with a safety shutdown.
A safety shutdown gives the rider approximately 10 seconds to
get off the BLUMIL or deploy the Parking Mechanism before it
falls over.
• The rider must have reasonable mental aptitude to apply
sound judgment while operating the BLUMIL.
• In spite of the precautions taken by Segway® and the makers
of the BLUMIL, there is still the potential of a fall. If the rider
cannot survive a fall, he or she should not ride the BLUMIL.

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Risks
It is the responsibility of the consumer to be sure that they read
and understand all of the risks of riding before they attempt to
ride the BLUMIL.
• Riding the Segway® risks serious injury or death from falls,
loss of traction, loss of balance, collisions and other accidents.
• To reduce the risk of injury, read the Segway® manual and
the BLUMIL manual to learn safe mount, dismount and riding
procedures.
• Follow all safety guidelines for riding the Segway® and
BLUMIL.
• Do not ride the BLUMIL unless it has been properly adjusted
to your individual weight distribution and dimensions.
• When a Segway® fails, it falls over. The BLUMIL will only
prevent this if the Parking Mechanism is deployed as defined
in this manual.
• Only mount or dismount the BLUMIL with the Parking
Mechanism properly deployed.
• Deploy and Retract the BLUMIL Parking Mechanism only
when on solid, level surfaces.
• Do not attempt to retract the Parking Mechanism while the
Segway® is “Off” or the “Security” button (lock icon on InfoKey)
is engaged. The BLUMIL will fall over.
• Parking Mechanism must be properly deployed and retracted
to avoid injury. This is done with one swift pull or push of the
Parking Lever. Slowly retracting or deploying the Parking
Mechanism may result in the Segway® being caught in
“Standby” mode or “Riderless Balance Mode” without the full

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stability of the Parking Mechanism or without the Segway®
“Balance Mode” engaged which auto-balances the BLUMIL.
Falls and injury may result.
• Always be aware of your surroundings and any obstacles in
your path. Stay clear of any holes or drop offs.
• Do not attempt to ride when the battery indicator on the
Infokey displays no bars.
• The BLUMIL floats to a stop as the center of gravity is shifted
opposite the direction of travel. Failure to begin stopping early
enough can result in collision, accident, serious injury or death.
Always give yourself enough room to safely stop.
CAUTION: Because the center of gravity is lower for the rider
of the BLUMIL, the distance required to stop is greater for the
BLUMIL rider than the Segway® rider.
• Be aware that the Segway® programming causes the BLUMIL
to re-align itself in a parallel direction to any slope (it will
realign itself to face downhill). The rider must always have a
hand on the steering lever to control this movement.
• Keep obstructions such as straps, clothing, jewelry, and bags
away from the wheels and other moving parts.
• Be aware of the foot rest at all times as it may catch on walls,
steep inclines, or other obstructions and cause instability with
the BLUMIL.
• Do not deploy the Parking Mechanism while moving.

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Disclaimers
Segway® is a registered trademark of Segway, Blumil is not
affiliated with, has not been reviewed or endorsed by Segway,
Inc. The Segway® Limited Warranty does not cover damages to
a Segway® resulting from alterations or modifications to the
vehicle, including but not limited to the installation of the
BLUMIL.
Returns
If you are dissatisfied with the Blumil for any reason, you may
return it for a full refund, less dollar $150.00 restocking fee, if
you return it to Blumil or its Reseller within 30 days from the
date of original purchase. All returned Products must be
returned in resalable condition in the original packaging. All
shipping, handling, duties, customs, import tax or any other
government imposed tax, imposed as a result of any such
return shall be at your sole expense. Allow 21 days from our
receipt of the returned BLUMIL for your receipt of the refund.