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GENERAL OPERATION
General Operation –Curbs
Curbs generally are formed in two manners: abrupt vertical curbs or gradually descending curbs. Your scooter
cannot drive over or off an abrupt vertical curb. Do not attempt to do so, as this will cause serious damage to your
scooter and likely injury to you. Do not drive over a curb or object exceeding 4 inches in height. Your scooter can
drive over most gradual, smooth curbs. Approach such curbs head-on, so that the scooter is oriented
perpendicular to the curb. Consistently apply speed over the curb until the rear wheels of the scooter have moved
just past the curb. Do not approach the curb at an oblique angle; doing so can increase the risk that your scooter
might tip over. Likewise, when moving down a curb, approach the curb perpendicular to it and not at an oblique
angle. Avoid stopping completely when going over small objects, curbs or other obstacles and obstructions.
General Operation –Incline Control
Your scooter can handle a wide range of inclines and declines. The scooter is safe for operation on most handicap-
accessible ramps. However, do not use the scooter on inclines of a degree such as to make operation of the
scooter difficult. If the scooter does not readily climb the incline, move off the incline and/or ask for assistance.
Likewise, do not use the scooter on declines of a degree such as to make operation of the scooter difficult. If the
scooter moves too quickly on an incline, fully apply the brakes, move off the decline and/or ask for assistance.
Journey Health & Lifestyle recommends that you only use ramps that have a roughened surface to prevent slipping.
Never drive in a transverse direction across an incline or turn sharply on an incline. Never drive in a reverse
direction down an incline. Because the capability of your scooter to climb an incline or descend a decline depends
on a number of factors, such as the scooter’s specifications, your size and weight, the quality of the surface, and
your personal setup of the scooter, Journey Health & Lifestyle does not guarantee the scooter’s safety on a specific
angle of incline or decline. However, Journey Health & Lifestyle does not recommend that you use your scooter on
inclines or declines greater than 10 degrees, while making no guarantees of performance and safety on angles less
than 10 degrees.
General Operation –Cornering
Always reduce your speed when making sharp turns. Always control your speed when cornering. As with any
vehicle, maneuvering a corner at a high speed increases the risk of tipping the scooter. You should maneuver at a
speed that is reasonable for the scooter, according to its specifications and conditions, your size and weight, your
angle of approach, the type of turn and the surface conditions.
General Operation –Influences
Do not operate the scooter while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other medications that may impair your
ability to operate a vehicle. The scooter is heavy and can reach significant speeds, but even at low speeds it is
dangerous to operate under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other medications that may alter or impair your
coordination, reaction time, reflexes and other capabilities.
General Operation –Ingress and Egress
Exercise care when moving onto your scooter. First, be sure the scooter is braked on a level surface and the switch
is in the off position. Brace yourself against something sturdy, like a piece of furniture, or use a cane or other
walking assistive equipment. Use your upper body to assist your legs in lowering you onto the scooter seat. Move
downwardly slowly. Bring around and buckle the safety belt. Sit for a few minutes before operating the scooter.
