Merits S731 - Operating Your Scooter; Controls and Operation; Seat Adjustment

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How to Operate Your Scooter
Key Ignition. The key ignition acts as the power switch for the scooter. To switch the power
on, turn the key clockwise and the battery gauge should illuminate. To switch the power off,
turn the key counterclockwise, and the key can be removed.
DO NOT turn the ignition off while driving as this will lead to an emergency stop and possible
risk of damage or injury.
Speed Dial. Turn the Speed Dial to determine the maximum speed of the scooter. Turn the
dial clockwise to increase the speed setting and turn the dial counterclockwise to decrease
the speed setting.
DO NOT adjust the speed dial while driving. DO NOT set to the highest speed for indoors.
Moving and Braking. To move forward, squeeze the right-hand side of the wigwag paddle
towards you. To move backwards, squeeze the left-hand side of the wigwag paddle toward
you (audible alarm). To brake, release the wigwag paddle which will return to neutral and
activate the electromagnetic brake automatically and bring the scooter to a prompt stop.
The wigwag paddle allows you to control the speed of the scooter up to a max speed
determined by Speed Dial. The further the wigwag paddle is deflected, the faster the
scooter will go (up to 4mph).
NOTE: wait at least 2 seconds before operating the wigwag paddle after starting the scooter
with the key. Operating the wigwag paddle at the same time as the key switch will cause the
scooter to diagnose an error.
DO NOT push both left- and right-hand sides of the wigwag simultaneously. You will not be
able to control the scooter.
Horn Button. Press the horn button to sound the horn. Release the button to stop the horn.
The horn is the yellow button located on the control panel.
Braking – Electromagnetic Brake. Release the wigwag paddle completely, and the
electromagnetic brake will be activated automatically, and the scooter will stop.
When on a gradient, never set the vehicle to freewheel mode. The brakes will not be applied.
Seat. The seat can be rotated and locked in position at 45º intervals. Push the seat lever
forward and swivel the seat. Release the lever and then continue swiveling the seat until it
locks in position.
NOTE: Return the seat to the forward position before driving.