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VII. OPERATION
GETTING ON YOUR SHUTTLE
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
2. Stand at the side of your Shuttle.
3. Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you.
4. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
5. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
6. Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
7. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
8. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
9. Follow the checklist below. Familiarize yourself with this checklist, since some of the checks must be
performed before you get on your Shuttle.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
ü Have you fully charged the batteries? See VI. Batteries and Charging.
ü Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (down) position? See V. Description. Never leave the
manual freewheel lever pulled up unless you are manually pushing your Shuttle.
ü Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
ü Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
ü Are you positioned comfortably in the seat? See Getting On Your Shuttle above.
ü Is the seat at the proper height? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
ü Is the seat locked securely in place? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
ü Is the tiller handle at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
ü Is the key fully inserted into the key switch? See V. Description.
ü Is the speed adjustment dial set to a slower setting? See V. Description.
ü Are you grasping the handgrips with a thumb resting on each side of the throttle lever? See V.
Description.
ü Does your Shuttles horn work properly?
OPERATING YOUR SHUTTLE
After planning your route:
n Adjust the speed adjustment dial on the control console assembly to your desired level of speed.
n Press your thumb against the appropriate side of the throttle lever.
n The electric brake will automatically disengage and the Shuttle will accelerate smoothly to the speed
preselected at the speed adjustment dial.
WHETHER YOU ARE DRIVING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE
n Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Shuttle to the left.
n Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Shuttle to the right.
n Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
n Release the throttle lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
n The electric brake automatically engages when your Shuttle comes to a stop.
NOTE: The rear-wheel-drive transaxle gives your Shuttle maximum traction with minimal steering effort
on your part.