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1. Introduction
The TGA Minimo – Your New TGA Minimo is a revelation in compact scooter design. It
features one of the most advanced folding designs to fit into the boot of a car and requires no
parts to be dismantled for storage, with an overall weight of just 27.3kg (60lbs) with the optional
lightweight 2.65kg (5.85lbs) battery pack transporting your TGA scooter has never been easier.
We hope your Minimo will bring many admiring glances and increased freedom and pleasure to
your life. Please enjoy your Minimo and thank you for purchasing a TGA scooter.
This handbook provides important information on the most common operational and
maintenance concerns that you should be familiar with when owning a Minimo. It is very
important that you are familiar with the driving technique and are able to operate the controls
competently before venturing far from where there is assistance.
The handbook will draw your attention to important safety related issues by Care! Warning
labeling. Please keep this handbook for future referral.
Care! Warning
* Do not ride your Minimo without fully reading and understanding this instruction manual
first.
* Do not exceed the maximum gradient/slope of 10%.
* Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum carrying weight (see Technical
Specifications).
* Do not get on or off your Minimo unless it is switched off.
* Do not switch your Minimo on with the speed control lever depressed.
* Do not back your Minimo into uneven inclines or surfaces. Be cautious when traversing
slopes.
* Do not turn suddenly at full speed, especially on uneven or hilly ground. Failure to
observe this may result in tipping of the scooter.
* Do not drive your Minimo over deep, soft terrain (e.g. soft dirt, deep grass, loose gravel
or sand).
* Do not operate your Minimo when under the influence of alcohol or certain drugs, which
may impair your safety.
* Do not climb or descend curbs that exceed the Minimo’s capability.
* Do not turn when negotiating curbs. Always approach curbs at low speed and straight.
* Always stop fully before changing direction (forward or reverse).
* Always keep your feet on your Minimo when driving.
* Always proceed carefully while riding your Minimo, especially as you approach the
downgrade of a ramp or hill.
* Always proceed carefully while riding on uneven surfaces.
* Do not sit on your Minimo while being transported in a moving vehicle. Always restrain
your Minimo so that it cannot move in the vehicle and transfer yourself to a vehicle seat.
* Do not drive your Minimo through deep water or clean with a high pressure hose.
* Never attempt to freewheel down a slope as all braking will be lost.
* Safe driving tips for scooter users have been printed in the back of this manual. For your
own safety and that of others please ensure that you thoroughly read and understand
this and in addition always obey the rules of the road.
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