Zinger ZR-10 Dimensions and installation guide

Model ZR-10 • Powered Folding Chair
R
User Manual
and Warranty
USA Edition
Attention: The Zinger operates by a two lever traction control system which behaves very differently than front wheel steered
vehicles. For this reason it is imperative that all users read this entire manual before operating a Zinger. Pay close attention to all
WARNING sections in this manual as well as labels on the Zinger itself. Zinger Chair LLC (USA) www.zingerchair.com

Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of a new Zinger powered folding chair. The Zinger is the result of an innovative vision brought
to life through dedicated development and expert manufacturing. The Zinger is not just a convenient mobility device designed to
enhance your lifestyle, it's also a revolutionary invention.!
Like bicycles, skateboards, and scooters, the Zinger is a vehicle that requires knowledge and skill to operate safely. It is
mandatory that each user read this entire manual carefully before operating the Zinger. Be sure that you understand its controls,
capabilities, limitations, and proper operating procedures before using.!
Serial Number
The serial number is the ten digit number stamped into the silver aluminum frame member inside the left rear wheel. See
callout 19 on page 7. It is also printed on one end of your Zinger box. You will need this number if your Zinger ever requires
service or replacement parts. So keep a record of your serial number by writing it and your date of purchase in the space
provided below.!
Disclaimer
The Zinger is not intended for use by persons with physical limitations that could prevent safe operation. Full use of both
hands and arms is required to operate the Zinger. The Zinger is not intended to fill the needs of disabled or mentally impaired
persons. The Zinger is not meant as an alternative to medical mobility devices.!
No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although every possible care has been taken
to make it as complete and accurate as possible. All procedures and specifications are subject to change without prior notice or
obligation. Illustrations in this publication are intended for reference use only and may not depict actual model components."
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Serial Number
Date of Purchase

Table of Contents
Introduction 1-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Serial Number 1----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Disclaimer 1---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Safety Messages 4-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
General Safety Warnings 4-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Location of Parts 6----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Location of Labels 6----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Operating Surfaces and Conditions 8--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ramps and Hills 8-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wet Conditions 9--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grass and Rough Terrain 9-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Before You Ride 10----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Charging the Battery 10------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Battery Sleep Mode 10-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Battery Installation, Removal, and the Battery Lock 11--------------------------------------------------------------------
Checking the Tire Pressure 11---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Unfolding for Riding 12-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Folding for Storage 13-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Laying the Zinger Down 14-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Parking Brakes 14-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Getting In and Out of the Zinger 15---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Control Panel 16--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Power Button 17---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Auto Shut Off 17---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Charge Indicator Lights 17--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Variable Speed Trigger 18---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Speed Range Selection 18--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Patents The Zinger Chair is covered by multiple U.S. patents with foreign patents pending. For more information visit http://
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Operating the Zinger 18----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To Stop or Slow Down 19----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To Go Forward 19-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To Turn Left 20-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To Turn Right 20---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Backing Up 21------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Powered Reverse 21---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Storing and Handling the Zinger 21-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Carrying and Standing the Zinger 22-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Loading Into a Car 23--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Adjusting the Lever Reach 24-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Care and Maintenance 25-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tires 25---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Battery 25------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cleaning 25---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Specifications 26------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Airline Travel 27--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Trouble Shooting 28--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Zinger Chair Limited 12 Month Warranty 29------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Safety Messages
Zinger Chair LLC takes your safety very seriously. We
have taken every effort to provide clear messaging to help
avoid injury or damage. Of course it is impossible to warn
against every harm or hazard. Therefor users must also use
their own intuition and common sense to help avoid injury
or damage when operating the Zinger.!
The WARNING symbol shown above appears throughout
this Owner’s Manual followed by important warning
information.Every Warning in this manual indicates a
potentially hazardous situation, which if not understood
and avoided could result in severe injury or even death.
For this reason, all users must read this entire manual
before operating a Zinger, paying close attention to each
and every Warning.!
CAUTION
The CAUTION symbol shown above also appears
throughout this Owner’s Manual. This symbol identifies
special instructions or procedures which, if not strictly
observed, could result in damage to, or compromised
performance of the Zinger. For your safety and the health of
your Zinger it is important that you read each Caution
carefully. !
General Safety Warnings
The following is a list of important Safety Warnings.
Read each warning carefully. If you are unclear about any
warning in this manual please email [e-mail] to
receive clarification before operating the Zinger.!
Do not use the Zinger as a recreational vehicle, off-road
vehicle, or toy. The Zinger is NOT intended for sports,
stunts, or tricks of any kind. Always operate in a mature,
cautious manner keeping in mind that the Zinger is an
adult mobility vehicle and not a toy.!
Never allow your speed to increase above 6 MPH (the
level ground maximum powered speed of the Zinger).!
The Zinger requires both hands to operate. Always grip
both handles and do not attempt to hold anything in
either hand while operating the Zinger, e.g. beverage, cell
phone, camera, cigarette, etc..!
Come to a complete stop before removing either hand
from the control levers.!
Do not operate where traffic is present such as
roadways, roadsides, or busy parking lots. Drivers may
not see you due to your low height.!
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Keep tires inflated to 40 PSI (2.8 Bar). For proper
performance, do not over or under inflate.!
Do not bring the Zinger near open flames, or water
facilities such as a swimming pool, shower, or play
fountain.!
Do not operate near stairs or abrupt drop offof any kind.!
Do not operate if your weight, or you and your cargo's
combined weight is more than 250 pounds (113 KG).!
Do not attempt to haul cumbersome or heavy items.!
Do not attempt to walk a dog or any animal on a leash
while riding a Zinger. The animal can easily cause loss of
control by even a slight tug on the leash.!
Do not attempt to take a passenger along, e.g. no pets
or children on your lap and no riders hanging onto the
rear (as is sometimes done on grocery carts).!
Do not attempt to push or tow anything with your Zinger.!
Never step your weight on the Swing-Away Foot Plate. !
The Zinger is not for use by children. Keep children
away from the chair and controls. When leaving the
Zinger unattended in the presence of children, remove
the battery and store out of children's reach.!
Do not wear loose clothing such as a scarf or robe, or
carry anything that hangs such as a camera strap or
purse strap which could get caught in the wheels or
other moving parts, or obstruct the control handles when
operating.!
Do not operate in bare feet, socks, slippers, flip-flops,
thick gloves, mittens or the like. Always wear well fitting
shoes and clothing when operating the Zinger.!
Always press the Power Button to OFF (blue light out)
and set both parking brakes before entering or exiting
the Zinger and whenever left unattended.!
Always check that the Power is OFF before folding.!
Do not smoke (including vapor products). Smoking,
presents cause to remove hands from the Control Levers
among other dangers.!
Never modify your Zinger or use parts or accessories not
provided by the Manufacturer.!
Do not operate if anti-tip wheels are removed or broken.!
Do not operate if feeling dizzy, sleepy, or when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.!
Do not operate in poor visibility.!
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Location of Parts
1. Release Cable: Pulling causes the Zinger to unlatch and
fold. The Zinger will automatically latch into the folded
position until you pull the Release Cable again. Pg.12!
2. Release Pins: These must both engage in order to latch
the Zinger into its upright or folded position. You should
hear them click into engagement.!
3. Control Panel and Power Button: Power Button
illuminates in blue when turned on. Pg.17!
4. Right Control Lever!
5. Variable Speed Trigger: Varies speed from zero to the
maximum in each range. Pg.18!
6. Left Control Lever!
7. Control Lever Position Adjustment Screws Pg.24!
8. Swing-Away Foot Plate: Automatically retracts on
folding.!
9. Front Caster Wheels: No maintenance.!
10. Rear Drive Wheels: keep inflated to 40PSI / 2.8BAR,
check weekly.!
11. Anti Tip Wheels: No maintenance.!
12. Battery Pack Pg.11 & 25!
13. Battery Release Key Hole Pg.11!
14. Charge Port: Charge though this port with the battery in
or out of the chair. Pg.10!
15. Motor: No maintenance!
16. Seat Back Bar: Use this to push the Zinger manually
with the parking brakes off.!
17. Seat Front Cross Tube Pg.12,13!
18. Parking Brake Levers Pg.14!
19. Serial Number (left photo)!
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Location of Labels
A. WARNING: Down hills increase stopping distance and
turning radius. Take down hills slowly.!
B. WARNING: Shut power offafter each use. Keep
children offchair and controls.!
C. Keep tires inflated to 30-40PSI (2.5-2.8BAR)!
D. First install opposite side on the RIGHT. Then press this
side down until the key latch locks the battery in.!
E. This is a 240 Watt Hour Li-ion battery enclosure with
concealed contacts for for use with a PERSONAL
MOBILITY DEVICE."
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Operating Surfaces and Conditions
Ramps and Hills
Descending grades reduces the steering and braking
ability of the Zinger. Descend all grades slowly (below 3
MPH) keeping both brakes applied. Never operate on
grades of more than 10°. When possible, avoid grades
over 5° (10 inches per 10 feet)!
Always take hills and ramps straight on. Do not drive
sideways to the direction of the ramp or angle across a
ramp. Never roll backwards on any grade.!
Do not attempt ANY grade in wet conditions. !
The Zinger is capable of climbing up to a 10°incline, but
whenever possible you should avoid ramps steeper than 5°
(10 inches vertical change per 10 feet distance). As a
general reference ADA compliant wheelchair ramps are 5º
or less.!
Plan to take hills in a straight line. Before climbing a
steep grade, switch to HIGH speed range for maximum
power in case you need it. When descending, increase and
decrease braking pressure to keep your direction straight
and speed below 3 MPH (slow walking pace). By use of the
brakes, never let the Zinger build speed greater than 6 MPH
on descent.!
Avoid making turns on grades. If there is a sharp turn on
a hill, find an alternate route or walk the Zinger. If you are
uncertain about the terrain, get up and walk behind your
Zinger by pushing on the Seat Back Bar. In this manner,
your Zinger actually works well as a rolling walker.!
If you must drive on a non-level surface, like the side of
a crowned path or slanted sidewalk, your Zinger will tend to
steer toward the low side requiring you to drag the opposite
brake to maintain your course. Avoid these non-level
surfaces whenever possible.
Do not stop on sidewalk ramps. Instead stop on the
level ground before the ramp. Avoid unnecessary stopping
or turning on any non-level surface.!
If you must exit the Zinger on a grade, set both parking
brakes, turn the Power Button to OFF, exit the seat and
push the Zinger over the grade and to your destination. The
Zinger provides light resistance to rolling backwards when
the motor is offbut always set the parking brakes before
exiting. See Parking Brakes on page 14."
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Wet Conditions
The Zinger operates best in dry conditions on level
pavement. If wet conditions are unavoidable, minimize your
route, select Medium speed range, and apply extra force on
the levers. When safe, occasionally test your ability to stop
and turn. If it seems questionable, get offand push the
Zinger.!
Wet conditions will compromise the Zinger's ability to
brake, turn, and accelerate.!
Do not operate on hills, ramps or grass when wet.!
Grass and Rough Terrain
While dry, short mowed grass is an acceptable surface to
operate your Zinger, performance will feel very different.
You will need to use more force on the levers because your
Zinger is doing more work to move you. Do not operate the
Zinger on wet grass or unpaved hills.!
The Zinger is not intended for rough terrain. If you are
uncertain about the conditions that you might encounter
along your route, select an alternate form of transportation.!
Do not attempt to cross over curbs or gaps."
Do not operate on saturated ground, rocky or rooted
surfaces, loose gravel, sand, oil, snow or ice, playground
chips or any other suspiciously unfavorable condition.
Always use sidewalks and official pedestrian crossings.
When seated in the Zinger, you sit very low so that cars may
not see or expect you. Always use extra caution at
crossings or whenever you are exposed to traffic. Only
cross at official pedestrian crossings. Never drive the
Zinger on a roadway, roadside, or busy parking lot.!
Do not drive the Zinger close to a sidewalk edge, street
curb, stairs, or drop offof any kind.!
The Zinger steers by braking one of the rear wheels while
driving the other. The front wheels are casters which ideally
do not influence the direction of the Zinger. However if the
front wheels encounter angled ground, a rut, or the like,
they will influence the Zinger to steer in a new direction. For
this reason always keep both hands on the Control Levers
and be prepared to compensate for such irregularities. If a
front wheel goes over a large edge like a curb, stop
immediately. Exit the Zinger and bring it back onto level
ground. !
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Before You Ride
First inspect the box for damage. Next slide the Zinger
out of the box and remove all wrapping and packaging
materials from the Zinger. Again check for damage. If
damage is evident, report to your carrier immediately. Keep
packaging materials in the box and store the box in case
you ever need to ship your Zinger. Returns will not be
accepted without original packaging. No assembly is
required.!
Charging the Battery
Plug the charger’s input power cord into the back end of
the charger first, then plug the other end into a household
outlet. The charger's light may flash briefly and then remain
on in blue indicating power is on. Next plug the round
charger plug into the Charge Port on the battery. Rotate the
round plug until you feel it drop into the Port. The light on
the charger will turn red while charging and green when fully
charged as shown in photo. This may take up to 5 hours.
(The battery may remain in or out of the chair while
charging.) !
NOTE: Charging the battery more often (from a lesser state
of discharge) will extend its life. We recommend charging
overnight after any day of use.
Battery Sleep Mode
The battery will enter sleep mode after two weeks of
nonuse. This mode prevents a tiny drain by its own internal
electronics from running the battery low. To wake the
battery, plug the charger into the Charge Port of the battery
for at least 20 seconds. But you'll probably want to give it a
full charge after anytime it's entered sleep mode.
Never attempt to open the battery case. The battery is
not serviceable. The case contains Lithium Ion cells and
is sealed for your safety.!
Never attempt to charge the battery with any charger
other than that provided with your Zinger.!
Do not charge the battery if the charge port is wet."
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WARNING
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Charge Port
Light turns from red to
green when fully charged.

Battery Installation, Removal, and the
Battery Lock
Install the battery with the Charging Port on the right
using the two motions indicated by arrows 1 and 2 in the
photo. Make sure that the battery is completely in and that
the keyed lock latches it down. The Battery Lock Key can
be removed to lock the battery into the chair for theft
prevention of the Battery but the Zinger has no key to lock
the power off. To prevent unwanted riders from zinging off
on your Zinger, either lock your Zinger with a bicycle lock or
remove the battery. And always use a bicycle lock through
the lower base frame tubes when leaving your Zinger
unattended in a public place.!
Checking the Tire Pressure
Your Zinger drives, steers, and brakes by engaging either
a drive roller or a steel brake pad into the rear tires. For this
reason: IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAINTAIN YOUR REAR
TIRE PRESSURE AT 40 PSI (2.8 BAR). If you don’t have a
bicycle pump with a built in pressure gauge, you should get
one. Check the tire pressure weekly or anytime you feel
that the lever motion has become spongy. Low tire
pressure will compromise the Zinger’s handling. Do not
over inflate. Over inflation could cause a tire blow out."
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Keep tires inflated to 40 PSI (2.8 Bar). For proper
performance, do not over or under inflate. Check
pressure weekly."
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Unfolding for Riding
Rather than laying the Zinger down and unfolding from
the floor up (which works fine if your prefer), the following
method of unfolding and folding is designed to minimize the
need for bending to the floor. If the Zinger is already lying
on the floor, first lift it by the Seat Back Bar then grab the
seat front cross tube with your other hand as described
below.!
1. Tuck the Seat Front Cross Tube under the seat and hold
on with your thumb on top of the cushion as shown at
arrow 1. Hold the seat front at an extended arm height
as you are standing. The chair should be on a forward
angle as shown here.!
2. Next, with the opposite hand, pull the Release Cable
upward and the chair will unlatch and begin to open.!
3. Finally grab the Seat Back Bar with that same hand and
open the chair completely until the Release Pins click
into engagement. !
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Always check that both Release Pins are fully engaged
and parking brakes are set before sitting down in the
Zinger. Give a forward push to the Seat Back Bar, The
seat back should feel rigid as the Parking Brakes resist
rolling."
NOTE: Remember that the parking brakes should
automatically set each time the Zinger is unfolded, but
always double check before sitting."
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Folding for Storage
1. With the Front Caster Wheels on the ground, Tuck the
Seat Front Cross Tube under the seat and hold it in
place with your thumb on top of the cushion as shown.!
2. With your other hand, pull the release cable and initiate
folding by urging the Zinger forward slightly with your
arm against the seat back. !
3. Now with the same hand that pulled the release cable,
grab the seat back bar and fold the Seat Back forward
until it it meets the seat bottom. The caster wheels will
lift offthe ground on their own. !
4. You should hear the Release Pins click into
engagement.!
NOTE: Holding the seat bottom stationary results in a
forward angle that causes the Front Caster Wheels to hang
straight down, clearing the folding frame members as they
come together.Notice the Front Caster Wheel circled in
this photo.
Your Zinger is now ready to be toted by rolling it along on
the Anti-Tip Wheels or laid down as described in the next
section. To carry it, refer to the section Carrying and
Standing the Zinger on page 22."
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Laying the Zinger Down
There are many occasions in which you will need to lay
the Zinger on the floor. First fold the Zinger as described on
the previous page. Next lower the Seat Back Bar until the
Front Caster Wheels begin to contact the ground. At this
point apply a rotational motion (top arrow) as you lower it
further, so that the Front Caster Wheels both lie down
together in the same direction. If you do not use this
rotational motion the caster wheels may stand up thus
preventing the Zinger from lying flat."
Parking Brakes
NOTE: The parking brakes should automatically set each
time the chair is unfolded but always double check.!
To release the parking brakes, simply lift up on both
Control Levers (not the parking brake levers) after sitting in
the chair. You will hear the Parking Brakes release when
you have lifted far enough on each lever.!
To set the parking brakes, lift up on the parking brake
levers until a click is heard from each parking brake. See
arrows in photo.!
HINT: Most users find it easiest to reach inside the Control
Levers to access the Parking Brake Levers, as shown in this
photo.!
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Getting In and Out of the Zinger
First ensure both parking brakes are set as described
above. While the Zinger resists rearward rolling, it will still
roll if the Parking Brakes are not set. For this reason it is
advisable to make a habit to not lean back on the chair as
you enter and exit it. Without the Parking Brakes set, it
could roll out from under you like a wheeled office chair can
do. !
To sit down swing the Swing-Away Foot Plate back by
pushing it back with your heels as you back up to the chair.
See lower arrow in photo. This makes getting in and out
easier by placing your feet beneath you as you sit down or
get up from the chair. Next, place both hands on the front
corners of the seat tubes to lower yourself into the seat.!
To exit the Zinger come to a complete stop on level
ground. Apply both Parking Brakes. Press the Power
Button to OFF (blue light behind the button goes out) and
swing the Foot Plate back with your heels. Place both feet
on the ground and place both hands on the front corners of
the seat tubes to help yourself stand. Carefully ensure that
the rear ankle area of your shoes is free from the Foot Plate
by shuffling (rather than lifting) one foot forward and then
the other, until you are certain that your body and clothing is
out of contact with any part of the chair."
Be certain that your feet and shoes are completely free of
the Foot Plate before walking away.!
Do not stand on the Foot Plate or put weight on the
Control Levers when entering or exiting the Zinger.!
Always turn power OFF and set both parking brakes
before exiting or entering the chair, especially on any
non-level surface."
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Control Panel
NOTE: It's helpful to sit in Zinger while reading this
section so that you can refer to the actual controls.!
CAUTION
Press the control buttons, including the Power Button,
with minimal necessary force. Use the pad of your finger
and never a fingernail to press the buttons. Needless
pressure and/or use of fingernails can lead to premature
failure of the control buttons.!
Each Speed Range has a top speed limit.
L - Low
0 - 1 MPH
0 - 1.5 Km/H
M - Medium
0 - 3 MPH
0 - 5 Km/H
H - High
0 - 6 MPH
0 - 9.5 Km/H
R - Reverse
0 - 1 MPH
0 - 1.5 Km/H
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Beeper
Variable!
Speed Trigger
Forward Speed Range!
Selector Button
Forward Speed Range!
Indicator Lights
Reverse Indicator
Light
Reverse Mode Button
Charge Indicator Lights
(see following page to
interpret these lights)
Power Button!
(lights in Blue
when ON)
(Press once for Reverse.
Press again for Forward.)

Power Button
The Power Button is the physical push button at the top
of the Control Panel. After pressing once, it either remains
down (subsurface) in the “ON” position with a blue light
glowing from the center, or it up (flush) in the “OFF”
position.!
Always turn the Power Button to OFF before exiting the
Zinger.!
There is no "OFF" key. Simply remove the battery to
prevented unwanted use.!
Auto Shut Off
If the Zinger is left ON, the power will automatically shut
offafter 10 minutes of inactivity. The blue Power Button
light will be out but the Power Button itself will physically be
down (subsurface). To reset and turn the power back ON,
press the Power Button once to the OFF position, (so that it
is up and flush with surface), wait three seconds, then press
the Power Button again so that it is down. The blue light
will come on indicating that the Zinger is now “ON”.!
Charge Indicator Lights
To read the charge indicator lights turn the Zinger off,
then back on and wait 20 seconds. Reading the charge
indicator lights during or after use without first restarting the
Zinger will likely result in erroneous readings."
NOTE: The charge indicators are not proportional.!
NOTE: If the critical low warning occurs while driving (red
light on, other three flashing) do not panic. Stop when it is
safe, turn the Zinger offand back on, and wait 20 seconds
to make a reading. Often a long hill climb or driving in grass
will cause the indicators to read lower voltage than under
normal use and therefor falsely show the critical low warning
with up to 15% battery life still actually remaining.!
All 4 lights ON
50% to 100% Remaining
Left 3 lights ON
Right light OUT
50% to 20% Remaining
Left 2 lights ON
Right 2 lights OUT
5% to 20% Remaining
Left red light ON
Other 3 lights OUT
Less than 5% battery life remaining.
Charge as soon as possible. To maximize
your range avoid hills, use medium speed
range, and drive directly to the nearest
location for charging.
Left red light ON
Other 3 Lights
= Flashing =
Critical low warning, charge as soon as
possible.
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Variable Speed Trigger
To vary your speed within the selected range, (from zero
to the maximum for that range) squeeze the red Variable
Speed Trigger gradually. For example, slow speeds can be
achieved in HIGH range by pulling the trigger in only very
slightly. The farther you pull the trigger the faster the speed;
up to 6 mph in HIGH speed range. !
NOTE: The Trigger only activates the motor. You must
press the levers down to engage the motor drive with the
wheels in order to move.
Speed Range Selection
Referring back to the Control Panel photo: Every time
the Zinger is turned on it will be in the Forward Low Speed
Range. Pressing the Speed Range Selector Button (turtle /
rabbit) steps the speed range from LOW (indoor use) to
MEDIUM (walking pace) to HIGH (red light, up to 6 MPH)
and back to LOW again. A Speed Range Indicator Light will
remain on to indicate the selected speed range.!
HINT: The Forward Speed Range Selector button is 1/2
inch (1.25 cm) below the light up Power Button. Keeping
this in mind will make it easy to locate the Forward Speed
Range Selector in the dark or by using touch alone. !
Remain in LOW speed range until you are completely
confident in your skills."
SPEED INCREASES TURNING RADIUS!!! The Zinger
requires more space to turn as speed increases. The
greater your speed, the wider your minimum turning
radius will become. For this reason, slow down well
before entering a turn and take tight turns very slowly
(below 1 MPH). If the inside tire skids as you attempt a
turn you are going too fast.!
Never select the FAST speed range when indoors.!
Operating the Zinger
The Learning Ride The Zinger steers very differently
than handlebar and steering-wheel vehicles. Read carefully
and take the time to practice and develop your skills before
trying Medium speed range. For learning find a large, level,
open area with no traffic or obstacles. It is very important
that the area be level.
Each time the power is turned ON, the Zinger will be in
the LOW speed range. The LOW speed range limits the
motor speed to only 1 MPH for learning and indoor use. In
LOW everything happens slowly allowing time for you to
learn the method of braking and steering the Zinger.
Remain in LOW until you are completely confident in your
skills. The grey arrows in the following four images indicate
hand motions on the control levers."
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To Stop or Slow Down
FIRST LEARN TO STOP! Pull up on both levers to apply
both wheel brakes. This will disengage the drive rollers
from the wheels while slowing the Zinger in a straight line
until stopped. It will also stop you if you begin to roll due to
a ramp or hill. To stop quicker, pull harder! !
NOTE: Remember that the brakes will always apply when
both levers are pulled back. If you have any confusion, just
pull up on BOTH levers to brake! "
To Go Forward
First push both levers down with moderate force, hold
them down while gently squeezing the Trigger Throttle to
start the motor and vary the speed.!
Always come to a complete stop before letting go of the
Control Levers.!
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