Safety Checks; Assembly & Options - fortress S-Serie Manuel D'utilisation

4.22 SAFety cHecKS

WArNING!
• The scooter driver plus items should never exceed
the total weight listed in section 1.1.
• Before you use the scooter, check that it is not in
free-wheel and that all of the controls are functioning
correctly.
• If you discover any scooter malfunction, take it to be
repaired or reset. Your dealer can help you to find the
fault and correct it.
• Make sure batteries are charged. Do not use the
scooter when battery is low. The scooter may come
to a sudden, unexpected stop.
• Be aware that there is a point during every transfer
when the scooter seat is not below you.
• Use extra care when you drive your scooter in
reverse. If one of the wheels hits an obstacle, you
could lose control of the scooter or fall out.
• Never use your scooter on a slope unless you are
sure you can do so without losing traction.
• When travelling along, always ensure the backrest is
upright and the seat faces forwards.
• Lift the scooter only by non-detachable parts of the
main frame.
• Never short-circuit electrical connections as you
could cause an explosion.
• Do not use the scooter if any of the tires are
damaged or under/over-inflated.
• When using mobile phones you should switch the
scooter off.
• Do not smoke while on-board the scooter.
• If you take a break from driving, but remain seated in
the scooter for more than just a moment, switch the
scooter off at the ignition key.
5.0 Assembly & options
5.1 SeAt ADjUStMeNtS
WArNING!
Observe correct lifting techniques at all times when lifting
components over 10 kg/22 lbs.
Flip Up Armrests, (FIG.5.1). By pulling up on the front
end of either armrest, the armrest will flip back for easy
transfer on and off of your scooter.
Adjusting the Armrest Width, (FIG.5.1).
Loosen the two hand wheels, (A) and pull out the
armrests to the desired width. Tighten the hand-wheels
firmly, (A).
16 Fortress S-Series
A
FIG.5.1
FIG.5.2
FIG.5.3
FIG.5.4