Folding mobility scooters are boon for limited mobility people. They make their life comfortable, active and independent. Whether a person chooses a 3-wheeler scooter or 4-wheeler scooter, he can enjoy an active lifestyle and go anywhere with their family and friends. Just like any other scooter, it is necessary to operate these scooters with caution. So, if you are using these scooters for the first time, here are some guidelines for you.
Basic Care: When it comes to basic care, operate the scooter in a perfect and healthy condition. Avoid operating it while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Scooter Key: It is important to keep your scooter’s key safely to access it any point of time. Never leave the key in a scooter if you are parking it somewhere. Make it a standard practice to take off the key while entering and exiting the scooter.
Balance: This is the most important guideline necessary to follow while operating any folding mobility scooter. Avoid taking steep inclines while travelling these scooters as the chances of scooter tipping rise significantly.
If you are going outdoors with shopping bags or oxygen cylinder, make it a point to not to drive on steep inclines. This increases the chances of tipping and may result in serious injury or equipment damage. Moreover, do not overload these items either on the front basket or on the back of the scooter as it will affects it weight distribution and may affect the balance adversely.
While moving on the enclosed narrow areas, make it a point to operate on the safe speed. Avoid increasing speed over speed bumps as they may throw your scooter out of gear.
Charging: When it comes to charging, charge a folding mobility scooters every evening or night. Remove keys while charging. Moreover, avoid plugging the scooter in wet areas like bathroom.
These are certain basic guidelines that are important to consider if you are driving the mobility scooter. Last but not the least, do not forget to read its user manual carefully before taking your first trip. So, enjoy your trips both indoors and outdoors with these assistive mobility devices travelled with caution.
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