Powerboard UL 2272 series User manual
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FOR AGES 13 YEARS AND OLDER
The POWERBOARD is only for users who
are aged 13 years and older. This device
requires mature coordinaon, agility,
and balance. Use your best judgment to
determine if an individual is adequately
physically t and coordinated to use the
POWERBOARD safely.
MAX WEIGHT: 220LBS (100KG)
Do not exceed the maximum weight when
operang the POWERBOARD as this could
lead to damage or failure of the device and
may result in personal injury. Do not carry
items when operang the POWERBOARD.
MIN WEIGHT: 45LBS (20KG)
The POWERBOARD is not to be used by
individuals weighing less than 45lbs. The
POWERBOARD sensors are designed for
individuals weighing 45lbs or more, these
sensors may respond incorrectly to indi-
viduals weighing less than 45lbs which can
result in serious personal injury.
CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR
Wear comfortable clothing and athlec
shoes with a closed toe. Do not wear open
toe shoes, sandals, or high-heel shoes
when operang the POWERBOARD. Do
not wear loose ng clothing as this may
snag on passing objects.
PROTECTIVE GEAR
For your safety always wear a helmet and
protecve gear such as elbow pads and knee
pads when operang the POWERBOARD.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Always operate the POWERBOARD on a
smooth indoor surface or outside on at
surface in opmal weather condions (sun-
ny, dry). Do not operate the POWERBOARD
in wet condions, do not navigate through
puddles and avoid all contact with water.
Avoid using the POWERBOARD in areas with
debris, obstacles or slippery surfaces as these
condions can lead to losing control of the
device possibly resulng in personal injury.
DRUGS & ALCOHOL
Do not operate the POWERBOARD under
the inuence of alcohol or drugs, including
prescripon medicaons.
INSPECTION
Prior to each use inspect the POWER-
BOARD and ensure it has been maintained
correctly and is funconing properly. Do
not operate the POWERBOARD with low
baery as the device may lose power
resulng in loss of control and potenal
injury to the rider.
Keep the POWERBOARD suciently charged,
as draining the baery beyond the low baery
threshold may result in draining the baery
beyond a point which it can be charged.
MODIFICATIONS
Do not aempt to modify, repair, or
replace the POWERBOARD unit or any
components of the unit, this will void any
warranty and can lead to malfuncons
which may cause personal injury.
PRODUCT WARNINGS
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE USER MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING THE POWERBOARD. THE MANUAL INCLUDES
USEFUL TIPS AND TRICKS FOR USING THE POWERBOARD AS WELL
AS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
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MOTION
Do not lean too far forward or backward
as the POWERBOARD may not be able to
accelerate or decelerate quickly enough
for the rider to maintain balance, leaning
to far forward or backward may result in
loss of control, falling, or personal injury.
OPERATION
Do not li the POWERBOARD o of the
ground while it is in operaon and the
wheels are in moon, this can result in
freely spinning wheels which may cause
personal injury to yourself or others nearby.
Do not jump on or o the POWERBOARD
and do not jump while using the POWER-
BOARD, this may result in loss of control
and person injury. Always keep your feet
rmly planted on the POWERBOARD while
in operaon.
OBEY LAWS & REGULATIONS
Check for and adhere to local laws regard-
ing the operaon of personal transporta-
on devices. Local laws may dictate pro-
tecve gear and operaon requirements.
Adhere to all local vehicle, personal
transportaon, and pedestrian laws.
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW POWERBOARD!
The POWERBOARD is an innovave and fun personal transportaon device. For your
safety read this guide in its enrety, including the warnings poron of this manual, prior
to riding the POWERBOARD for the rst me.
INCLUDED IN THIS BOX:
POWERBOARD
Baery Charger / Power Cord Instrucon Manual & Warnings
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT
REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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STORAGE:
If you do not use the POWERBOARD on a regular basis be sure to store it fully charged and
charge it occasionally (approximately once every 60 days) as the baery will drain over me.
BATTERY LEVEL LIGHT
The Baery Level Light is found on top of the POWERBOARD. Use this light to determine
the remaining charge of the POWERBOARD.
A GREEN light indicates the POWERBOARD is fully charged or suciently charged for use.
A RED light indicates the remaining baery level is below 10% and requires charging.
When the baery level is low the POWERBOARD will also beep to alert the rider to stop
and charge the unit.
SET UP & CHARGING:
1. Remove the POWERBOARD, Baery Charger and Power Cord from the product packaging.
2. Connect the Power Cord to the Baery Charger.
3. Insert the Baery Charger into the charging port found next to the POWERBOARD.
power buon.
4. Insert the Power Cord into an electricity socket.
5. Charge the POWERBOARD for a minimum of 2-3 hours before rst use.
6. Recharge the POWERBOARD aer each use.
Baery Level Light
Power Buon Charging Port with
Charger Plugged In
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HOW TO USE YOUR POWERBOARD
For your safety it is recommended to wear protecve gear such as a helmet, elbow pads,
knee pads, etc, when operang the POWERBOARD.
The power buon is located next to the charging port on the POWERBOARD. Press it unl
you hear the POWERBOARD beep to turn it on or o.
When riding the POWERBOARD wear comfortable, non-restricve clothing and athlec shoes
with a closed toe. Clothing should not be so loose that a garment may be caught on a passing
object or in the wheels; this could result in loss of control and personal injury.
When standing on the POWERBOARD keep feet shoulder width apart. Do not stand
on the center poron of the POWERBOARD. Keep a relaxed, upright posture with your
knees slightly bent.
The range of the POWERBOARD is dependent upon the way you use it. The baery will run
out more quickly if you ride at higher speeds and/or up or down an incline.
GETTING ON AND OFF THE POWERBOARD
The POWERBOARD works in both direcons, there is no correct front or back of the unit.
IMPORTANT: Be careful geng on and o the POWERBOARD and use stable objects for
assistance when learning to get on and o. Always step forward when geng on the
POWERBOARD and step backward when geng o the POWERBOARD, geng on or o the
POWERBOARD in any other manner may result in a fall and personal injury.
Geng ON the POWERBOARD:
1. Place the POWERBOARD on level ground in front of you.
2. Turn the POWERBOARD on and make sure the Baery Level Light is green (indicang
the unit is charged).
3. Using your dominant foot step forward and place your foot lightly onto the POWERBOARD.
4. Stabilize the POWERBOARD by nding the correct balance with your dominant foot.
5. Once you have stabilized the POWERBOARD begin to shi your weight to your domi-
nant foot and quickly bring your other foot onto the POWERBOARD.
6. Stabilize yourself.
Geng OFF the POWERBOARD:
1. Bring the POWERBOARD to a complete stop.
2. Using your dominant foot, angle your toes slightly downward to prevent the POWER-
BOARD from moving backward.
3. Quickly step backward with your non dominant foot and place your foot on the ground.
4. Once you have stable foong on the ground take your dominant foot o the POWER-
BOARD. You should now be safely on stable ground.
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RIDING THE POWERBOARD:
Moving Forward – Lean forward on both plaorms and/or point your toes downward to
instruct the POWERBOARD to move forward.
Moving Backward – Lean backward on both plaorms and/or rock your heels backward to
instruct the POWERBOARD to move backward.
Turning Right – Point your le toes downward, rotang the plaorm forward, to instruct the
POWERBOARD to turn right.
Turning Le – Point your right toes downward, rotang the plaorm forward, to instruct the
POWERBOARD to turn le.
IMPORTANT: Accelerate and decelerate at a safe, moderate pace. Accelerang or deceler-
ang too quickly may result in loss of balance/control and potenal injury.
Avoid turning sharply at speed, this will likely result in losing control of the POWERBOARD.
Avoid riding over loose objects, cracks, raised bumps, or potenally hazardous terrain. Do not
ride the POWERBOARD down steps.
Top Speed – The POWERBOARD is capable of traveling at speeds up to a maximum of 6.5
mph (10 km/h) MPH. The POWERBOARD will beep when it has reached the max speed of
6.5 mph warning other around of your presence and speed. Be careful when operang the
POWERBOARD at high speeds, riders should wear protecve gear and be very careful of their
surroundings.
RESPECT YOUR SURROUNDINGS AND THOSE AROUND YOU
Be mindful of your speed and surroundings for your own safety and the safety of those
around you. Be prepared at any moment to come to a complete stop and always allow safe
space between yourself and other objects and people so you can stop to avoid them.
CALIFORNIA WARNING
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproducve harm.
WARNING! THE CELLS WITHIN THE BATTERY PACKS CONTAIN TOXIC
SUBSTANCES. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN BATTERY PACKS. DO NOT
USE THE BATTERY PACK IF ITS CASING IS BROKEN OR IF IT EMITS AN
UNUSUAL ODOR OR EXCESSIVE HEAT OR LEAKS ANY SUBSTANCE. DO
NOT HANDLE A DAMAGED OR LEAKING BATTERY PACK.
MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
9363 E. Bahia Rd, Scottsdale AZ, 85260
www.thePOWERBOARD.com
Support@thePOWERBOARD.com
480-535-4985
WARRANTY
This POWERBOARD is warranted to be free of defects of material or workmanship for
one year from the date of original retail purchase. This warranty extends to the original
purchaser with proof of purchase. If any component of this product proves defecve,
repair or replacement with the same or equivalent product will be made without charge.
Warranes do not apply when products are not used in accordance with the included
instrucon manual, or in cases of misuse or abuse.
Product Model Product Name
Date of Purchase Purchase Location
Retailer’s Name Retailer Telephone Number
Retailer’s Address
Briey Describe the Problem With the Product
Certicate of Quality Warranty Card
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