Journey So Lite S1 User manual

PRODUCT MANUAL
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Safety Guidelines
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Specifications
Components
Control Panel
Folding & Unfolding
Seat Covers & Battery Box
Freewheel Lever
Batteries & Charging
Driving Your Scooter
EMI/RFI
Checking & Maintenance
Basic Troubleshooting
Flash Codes
Warranty
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
If you have any questions, call us at our toll-free number:
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TM S1
Welcome!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Mobility Scooter! You are going to enjoy driving
it, and you’ll appreciate its many helpful features, starting with the advanced ultra-lightweight
design, its well-engineered folding capability and the extra attention that’s been paid to comfort,
performance and safety.
Your safety is important to us.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before using your scooter. Improper use of the scooter
could result in accident or injury to yourself and others. Correct use will extend the life of the
scooter, while enhancing your mobility and your quality of life. This manual includes instructions
for every aspect of the scooter’s operation, i.e., everything you need to know about your exciting
new Mobility Scooter.

An authorized provider or qualified technician must perform the initial setup of
this scooter, performing all of the procedures in this manual.
The symbols below are used throughout this Owner’s Manual. It is very important for you
to read them and understand them completely.
WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or
death if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury
if it is not avoided.
IMPORTANT! Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property or
the product if it is not avoided.
USEFUL TIP! Recommendations and information for ecient, trouble-free use.
Your scooter is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility.
We provide an extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the scooter
user. Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of
scooter to be used is the responsibility of the scooter user who is capable of making such
a decision and his/her health care professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical therapist, etc.)
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert
has properly fitted the scooter to the user and has assisted the prescribing health care
professional and/or the authorized provider in the instruction process for the use of the
product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, when the scooter user will
need to practice operating the scooter in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained
attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in
assisting the user in various daily living activities.
As you begin using your scooter during daily activities, you will probably encounter
situations in which you will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon
be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and o elevators,
up and down ramps and over moderate terrain.
Additional general information can be found on the supplemental information sheets and
booklets included in your Owner’s Package. Please fully read and review the information,
and keep it readily available for future reference.
SAFETY GUIDELINES TM S1
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Get to know the feel of your scooter and its capabilities. We recommend that you perform
a safety check before each use to make sure your scooter operates smoothly and safely.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter:
• Check the condition of the tires. Make sure they are not damaged or excessively worn.
• Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
• Check all harness connections. Make sure they are secured properly.
• Check the battery condition meter to ensure the batteries are fully charged.
• Ensure the manual freewheel lever is in drive mode before sitting on the scooter.
If you discover a problem, contact your authorized provider for assistance. Please refer to
the Contact Information insert in your Owner’s Package.
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum permissible load - see Specifications and
never use the scooter to transport more than one person.
WARNING! Never drive the scooter under the influence of medication or alcohol.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or o your scooter without first removing
the key from the key switch. This will prevent the scooter from moving if accidental
throttle control lever contact is made.
WARNING! Never drive the scooter with tiller lock in the locked position.
PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK TM S1
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REMARK: Manufacturer reserves the right to modify the specification if necessary. The final
specification is subject to the individual scooter you purchase from the dealer.
Model Reference 08474
Speed (Max) 5 mph (8 km/h)
Battery 1 x 24V 10Ah Lithium
User Weight (Max) 265 lbs (120kg)
Total Weight w/o Batteries 40.8 lbs (18.5kg)
Total Weight with Batteries 44.5 lbs (20.2kg)
Overall Length 1000 mm (39.5 in.)
Overall Width 550 mm (21.5 in.)
Overall Height 940 mm (37 in.)
Folded Length 1000 mm (39 in.)
Folded Width 550 mm (21 in.)
Folded Height 430 mm (17 in.)
Climbing Gradient (Max) 8 Degrees
Turning Radius (Min) 1150 mm (45 in.)
Ground Clearance (Max Mid Frame) 105 mm (4 in.)
Seat Type Folding with removable seat covers
Seat Width 430 mm (17 in.)
Seat Height 370 mm (18 in.)
Front Tire 150 mm (6 in.) Solid Puncture
Rear Tire 250 mm (10 in.)
Lights Front LED
Basket Metal under seat
Tiller Type Straight Handle
Charger 2 Amp
Charging Type Battery Box that can be o-board
Brake Automatic Electromagnetic
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SPECIFICATIONS TM S1

Your scooter is equipped with a number of elements and parts. You should know these
before using the scooter. Designs and specifications may change without prior notice.
1. Seat Back Cushion
2. Seat Base Cushion
3. Seat Folding Knob
4. Battery Box
5. Rear Mud Guard
6. Rear Wheel
7. Storage Basket
8. Front Wheel
9. Tiller Adjuster
10. LED Light
11. Control Panel
12. Anti-Tip Wheel
13. Freewheel Lever
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COMPONENTS TM S1
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1. Battery indicator/gauge
2. Speed adjustment dial
3. Key switch
4. Horn button
5. Throttle lever forward/back
6. Light switch
7. Tiller handle
5.1 Battery Indicator/Gauge (1)
Indicates the voltage of the batteries:
• Green — batteries are fully charged.
• Yellow — batteries are half full.
• Red — batteries need charging. Please re-charge batteries.
• Beeping sound continuing — batteries are out of charge. Please re-charge batteries.
5.2 Speed Adjustment Dial (2)
This dial allows you to preselect and limit your scooter’s top speed in the range of 0 mph -
5 mph:
• The image of the snail represents the slowest speed setting.
• The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting.
5.3 Key Switch (3)
This turns the power on and o your scooter.
• Insert the key into the key switch
• Turn the key clockwise to turn on your scooter’s power. The battery indicator will light
up to indicate that the power is on.
• Turn the key anti-clockwise to turn o your scooter’s power. The battery indicator light
will turn o to indicate the power is o.
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CONTROL PANEL TM S1
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5.4 Horn Button (4)
This button activates a warning horn. Your scooter must be turned on for the horn
to be operational. Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when doing so may prevent an
accident or injury.
5.5 Throttle Control Lever - Forward/Back (5)
This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your scooter
up to the maximum speed you pre-set with the speed adjustment dial.
Place your right hand on the right-hand tiller handle and your left hand on the left hand
tiller handle.
To move forward
Use your right thumb to push the right side of the control lever forward. The scooter will
then start to go forwards.
To move backward
Use your left thumb to push the left side of the throttle control lever forward, the scooter
will then start to go backwards.
Release the lever and allow your scooter to come to a complete stop before pulling the
other side of the lever to move in reverse. When the scooter is moving in reverse, the
reverse beeper will sound. When the throttle is completely released, it automatically
returns to the center “stop” position and engages your scooter’s brakes.
5.6 Light Switch (6)
The light switch turns the front LED light on and o.
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CONTROL PANEL TM S1

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FOLDING & UNFOLDING TM S1
STEP 1 Unfold Scooter
To unfold the scooter first sit the scooter with all wheels on the ground as shown
[Fig 6.0.1]. Loosen o the tiller adjuster knob [Fig 6.0.2] and lift the tiller into drive
position [Fig 6.0.3]. Re-tighten tiller adjuster knob making sure that it has securely
tightened the tiller into position.
[Fig 6.0.1]
[Fig 6.0.2]
[Fig 6.2.1]
[Fig 6.0.3]
STEP 2 Unfold the seat
You are now ready to unfold the seat. To do this, simply lift
up the seatback into the driving position. You should hear
and feel the fold knob click into the lock position. Check that
the seat fold knob has clicked into position as shown [Fig
6.2.1]. (The fold knob is positioned on the left-hand side of
the scooter).
WARNING! Failure to tighten the tiller adjuster knob securely could result in user
losing control of scooter.
The scooter is quick and easy to assemble and to fold, using the following steps:
WARNING! Sitting on the seat without the lock knob correctly in position could
result in user damage to the scooter, the user, or both.

[Fig 6.3.2]
[Fig 6.2.2]
[Fig 6.3.1]
[Fig 6.2.1]
[Fig 6.3.3]
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FOLDING & UNFOLDING TM S1
STEP 4 Storage and Travel
With the tiller tightened in the
folded position, you can now lift
the scooter onto its end for both
storage and travel. You are now able
to pull the scooter along on its rear
anti-tip wheels as shown.
CAUTION! Lifting weight
beyond your physical
capacity may result in personal
injury. Ask for assistance when
necessary while disassembling or
assembling your scooter.
STEP 3 Fold the Scooter
To fold the scooter, pull out the fold
knob as shown below [Fig 6.3.1].
At the same time gently lower
the seatback down into its folded
position [Fig 6.3.2].
Now with the seat folded, loosen the tiller
adjuster knob and gently lower the tiller into
the folded position [Fig 6.3.3]. The tiller handles
should be able to the rest between the chassis
as shown below. Re-tighten the tiller knob to
hold the tiller into position. This will then allow
you to pull the scooter on its rear tip wheels as
shown in Storage and Travel.

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SEAT COVERS & BATTERY BOX TM S1
7.1 Seat Covers
The cushion is removable.
7.2 Padded Seat Bar
To fit the padded back bar cover, simply undo the Velcro
and fold cover around the back bar; then connect the Velcro
back into position.
7.3 Seat Back Cover
To fit the seat back cover, make sure the back support section is positioned. Then simply
pull down the back cover over the back, pulling the flap under the back bar. The flap can
be securely tightened by the Velcro.
7.4 Base Seat Cover
To fit the seat base cushion, simply line up the Velcro strips on the cushion and base of
seat and insert into place.
8.1 Insert Battery Box
To insert the battery box,
simply place into position
and push forwards as
shown below [Fig 8.1.0],
gently lowering into
position. Make sure the
rubber protector flap
remains on top of the
battery box.
8.2 Remove Battery Box
To remove the battery box, push the box forwards against the sprung connectors and then
lift up to release the box [Fig 8.2.0].
Note: See Batteries and Charging on page 13 for how to charge your batteries.
[Fig 7.1.1]
[Fig 8.1.0] [Fig 8.2.0]

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FREEWHEEL LEVER TM S1
The freewheel lever on the scooter is located on the rear section of the scooter. Before
driving, the scooter needs to be put into the drive position. The two positions are:
1. Drive position is indicated by “Closed.” Pull the lever backwards for the position
[Fig 9.0.1].
2. Freewheel position is indicated by “Open.” Push the lever forwards for this position
[Fig 9.0.2].
WARNING! Before placing your scooter into or out of freewheel mode, remove the
key from the key switch. Never sit on the scooter when it is in freewheel mode.
Never put your scooter in freewheel mode on any incline.
WARNING! When your scooter is in freewheel mode, the braking system is
disengaged.
WARNING! Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface.
WARNING! Make sure the key is removed from the key switch.
WARNING! Stand to the side of the scooter to engage or disengage freewheel
mode. Never sit on a scooter to do this.
WARNING! After you have finished pushing your scooter, always return it to the
drive mode to lock the brakes.
[Fig 9.0.1] [Fig 9.0.2]

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BATTERIES & CHARGING TM S1
General Information and Instructions on Charging
Your scooter requires 1 x lithium battery that is sealed and maintenance free. The battery is
recharged by the supplied o-board charging system.
• Fully charge your travel scooter’s battery for at least 10 to 12 hours prior to using it for
the first time. The new battery will be at its full capacity after having run through
approx. 10-20 charging cycles (break-in period). This break-in period is necessary to full
activate the battery for maximum performance and longevity.
• Keep the battery fully charged to keep your scooter running smoothly. Charge the
battery daily after every discharge, even after partly discharge. Depending on the level
of discharge, it can take up 12 hours until the battery is fully charged again.
• If the battery indicator has reached the red LED range, charge the battery for 16 hours
minimum, ignoring the “charge complete” display!
• Even if the scooter is unused for long periods of time, the battery should have a 24 hour
charge once a week to make sure it is fully charged.
• Do not charge your battery under extreme temperatures. High temperatures above
30°C are
not recommended for charging, as well as low temperatures below 10°C.
• You cannot overcharge the battery when using the charger supplied with your vehicle,
or a charger that has been approved by manufacturer.
• Protect your charger from sources of heat such as heaters and direct sunlight. If the
battery charger overheats, charging current will be reduced and the charging process
delayed.
WARNING! Risk of explosion and electric shock if batteries are charged when
incorrectly wired. Never attempt to open or disassemble the battery box. If the
batteries do not appear to be working correctly, contact your authorized provider.
WARNING! Risk of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong battery
charger is used. Only use the battery charger supplied with your vehicle, or a
charger that has been approved by manufacturer. Never charge 10V Ah batteries
with a 5V battery charger. Always use a 2-amp Ah battery charger.
WARNING! Do not use or store the battery near sources of heat such as a fire or
heater.
WARNING! Never attempt to open or disassemble the charger. If the battery
charger does not appear to be working correctly, contact your authorized provider.

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WARNING! Risk of short circuit and electric shock if the battery charger has been
damaged. Never use the charger if it has been dropped or damaged.
WARNING! Do not use the battery if it gives o an odor, generates heat or appears
abnormal in any way. If the battery is in use or being recharged, remove it from the
device or charger immediately and discontinue use.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock and damage to the battery charger if it gets
wet. Always protect the battery charger from water and always charge in a dry
environment.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock and damage to the batteries: Never attempt to
recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals.
WARNING! Risk of fire and electric shock if a damaged extension cable is used.
Only use an extension cable, if it is absolutely necessary. If you have to use an
extension cable make sure it is in good condition.
WARNING! Risk of injury if using the scooter during charging. Do not attempt to
recharge the batteries and operate the scooter at the same time. Do not sit on the
scooter while charging the batteries.
WARNING! Chargers are selected precisely for particular applications and
are especially matched to the type, size and chemical formulation of specific
batteries. For the safest and most ecient charging of your scooter’s batteries,
we recommend use only of the charger supplied as original equipment with your
product. Any charging method resulting in batteries being charged individually is
especially prohibited.
WARNING! Never attempt to disassemble the battery from the battery box or refit
the battery. Contact your authorized provider.
WARNING! If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor
use, then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery
charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then it must be
allowed to adjust to the dierence in environmental conditions before use indoors.
Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more information.
WARNING! Never use or store the battery where it is exposed to high
temperatures. Leaving the battery in a car on a hot day or in an area of direct
sunlight such as a window will reduce battery performance and shorten service life.

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BATTERIES & CHARGING TM S1
• Make sure you read and understand the battery charger User Manual, if supplied”—not
battery chargers user manual.
• Turn o the scooters power and remove the key.
• Remove the battery box from the scooter.
• Slide away the cover of the charger outlet point either positioned on the front of the
battery box [Fig 10.3.1].
• Put the charger plug into the outlet point.
• Do not switch on the battery charger until all the plugs are in position.
• The LED light on the battery charger will show amber while charging.
• The LED light on the battery charger will show green when batteries are fully charged.
• Turn o the main power to the charger before removing the charger plug from
charging outlet.
[Fig 10.3.1]

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Charging the battery via the front
1. Please turn o the scooter before charging.
2. Put the charger terminal into the front charge port [Fig 11.1.3], then plug in the other end
of the charger into the socket.
Front light on/o
Front charge port Fuse
[Fig 11.1.2]
[Fig 11.1.3]
[Fig 11.1.1]

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DRIVING YOUR SCOOTER TM S1
Before Getting on to Your Scooter
• Keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging your batteries.
• Never leave the manual freewheel lever in the forward position unless you are manually
pushing your scooter.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or o of your scooter without first removing
the key from the key switch. This will prevent the scooter from moving if accidental
throttle control lever contact is made.
WARNING! Never sit on the scooter when it is in freewheel mode.
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum permissible load – see Specifications and
never use the scooter to transport more than one person.
WARNING! Never drive the scooter under the influence of medication or alcohol.
WARNING! Never drive the scooter with tiller lock in the locked position.
Getting onto Your Scooter
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
2. Stand at the side of your scooter.
3. Make certain that the seat is secured into position.
4. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
5. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
WARNING! The following can adversely aect steering and stability while
operating your scooter:
• Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet.
• Carrying passengers (including pets).
• Hanging any article from the tiller.
• Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle.
IMPORTANT! Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times
while operating your scooter. This driving position gives you the most control over your
vehicle.

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DRIVING YOUR SCOOTER TM S1
Starting
• Make sure you are seated safely and properly on your scooter.
• Turn the speed adjustment dial fully anti-clockwise to the slowest setting.
• Insert the key into the key switch.
• Turn the key clockwise to the ‘’On’’ position.
• Place your hands on the handgrips:
• Pull on the left handgrip to steer your scooter to the left.
• Pull on the right handgrip to steer your scooter to the right.
• Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
• Slowly engage the throttle control lever to gently accelerate your scooter forwards by:
• Using your right thumb to push the right side of the throttle control lever forward.
• To stop, release the throttle control lever to allow your scooter to stop gradually. The
electronic brakes will automatically engage when your scooter comes to a stop.
Steering
• Place both hands on the handgrips of the tiller and turn the tiller to the right to travel
right. Never turn at high speeds as this may result in loss of control.
• Turn the tiller to the left to turn left. Never turn at high speeds as this may result in loss
of control.
• Make sure to maintain sucient clearance when turning your scooter so that the rear
wheels will be clear of any obstacles.
• Show even greater caution when steering in reverse.
WARNING! Turning your scooter too sharply at high speed can cause loss of control and
balance and may result in the scooter tipping over resulting in serious injury or death.
Driving on Inclines, Hills, Slopes and Ramps
• When driving your scooter, never descend or climb a gradient which is greater than
recommended – see Specifications. To do so could result in serious injury or death.
• When driving up a ramp, curb or incline, lean forward to move the center of gravity of
the scooter forward for maximum stability and safety.
• Drive with extreme caution when attempting to drive up or down any incline, access
ramp etc, always drive at a slow speed.
• Always drive straight up or straight down an incline, ramp, slope, etc.
• Never drive across (traverse) an incline, ramp etc, in any direction – Driving across an incline,
ramp etc could result in turning the scooter over, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

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DRIVING YOUR SCOOTER TM S1
• Try to keep your scooter moving when climbing or descending an incline. If you have to
stop, restart and accelerate slowly and carefully.
WARNING! Never descend or climb a gradient which is greater than the
recommended maximum see Specifications.
WARNING! Never drive across (traverse) an incline, ramp etc, in any direction.
WARNING! The anti-tip wheels are eective only if the scooter on firm ground.
They will sink into soft ground such as grass, snow or mud if the scooter rests on
them. They will lose their eect and the scooter can tip over.
WARNING! While you are driving down a slope, if your scooter starts to move
faster than you feel safe, release the throttle control lever slowly. It will allow your
scooter to decelerate and slow down.
Drop Curbs
• Always be cautious when descending a drop curb.
• Approach the curb so that both back wheels of your scooter go over the curb at the
same time.
• Never go down curbs by traversing them. Doing this can cause the scooter to tip over,
possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
• Drive down curbs slowly to avoid jarring bumps.
Grass and Gravel
• Your scooter performs well on short firm grass and hills but you must follow the operational
parameters presented in this manual. If you are unsure about any situation, avoid it.
• Avoid driving in long grass, this could result in grass wrapping around your scooter’s
axle and potential damage to the scooter.
• Avoid driving on loose gravel as this could result in loss of control of the scooter.
Getting O Your Scooter
1. Bring your scooter to a complete stop.
2. Remove the key from the key switch.
3. Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the side of your scooter.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or o of your scooter without first removing
the key from the key switch. This will prevent the scooter from moving if accidental
throttle control lever contact is made.

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EMI/RFI TM S1
The rapid development of electronics, especially in the area of communications, has
saturated our environment with electromagnetic (radio) waves that are emitted by
television transmitters, cellular phones, citizen’s band radios (CBs), amateur radios (ham
radios), wireless computer, microwave transmitters, paging transmitters, etc. These
electromagnetic (EM) waves are invisible and increase in strength the closer one gets
to the source of transmission. When these energy waves act upon electrical devices and
cause them to malfunction or to function in an erratic or uncontrolled manner, they are
referred to as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) or Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).
EMI/RFI and your scooter
All electrically powered vehicles, including scooters, are susceptible to Electromagnetic
Interference/Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI). This interference could result in
abnormal, unintended movement of your scooter.
WARNING! Unintended movement or brake release can cause an accident or injury.
The FDA has determined that each make and model of scooter can resist EMI/RFI to a
certain level. The higher the level of resistance, the greater the degree of protection from
EMI/RFI – measured in volts per meter (V/m). The FDA has also determined that current
technology is capable of providing 20 V/m of resistance to interference. This product has
been tested and has passed an immunity level of 20 V/m.
EMI/RFI recommendations
• Do not turn on or use handheld personal electronic communication devices such as
cellular phones, walkie-talkies and CB radios while your scooter is turned on.
• Be aware of any nearby transmitters (radio, television, microwave, etc.) on your
intended route and avoid operating your scooter close to any of those transmitters.
• Turn o the power if your scooter is going to be in a stationary position for any length
of time.
• Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying your scooter may make
it more susceptible to EMI/RFI.
WARNING! Turn o your scooter as soon as it is safely possible if unintended or
uncontrollable motion occurs or if unintended parking brake release occurs.
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