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GETTING ON YOUR SIDEKICK
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
2. Stand at the side of your Sidekick.
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 per-
formed before you get on your Sidekick.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
ü Have you fully charged the batteries? See VI. Batteries and Battery Charging.
ü Is the manual freewheel lever in the run position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever pulled up unless
you are manually pushing your Sidekick. See V. Description.
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 Sidekick, 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 lower 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 Sidekicks horn work properly?
OPERATING YOUR SIDEKICK
After planning your route:
n Adjust the speed adjustment dial on the control console assembly to your desired speed.
n Press your thumb against the appropriate throttle lever.
n The electric brake automatically disengages and the Sidekick accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected
with the speed adjustment dial.
NOTE: The rear-wheel-drive transaxle gives your Sidekick maximum traction with minimal steering effort
on your part.
WHETHER YOU ARE DRIVING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE:
n Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Sidekick to the left.
n Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Sidekick 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 Sidekick comes to a stop.
VII. OPERATION