Specifications

Basic Rider Optimization Training for the Segway HT Page 29 of 106

Instructor Guide and Participant Workbook Rev 3.5i - January 2004

Segway HT Model Comparison

When entering Balance Mode, you need to orient i and p Series models differently from the e Series.

> i and p Series: Platform is level

> e Series: Control Shaft is vertical (perpendicular to the ground)

Rider detection behaviors are different for the i and p Series models, than the e Series model.

> i and p Series: From a stationary position in Balance Mode, with no rider on, moves

approximately three feet, stick shakes, then transitions to Power Assist Mode.

> e Series: In Balance Mode with no rider on, engages E-Stand. May move approximately three

feet and stick shake.

The i and p Series models react differently from the e Series model in the following circumstances:

> When released from a stationary position while in Balance Mode

> When entering Balance Mode

If the Segway HT is in Balance Mode with no rider on, and is released from a stationary position::

i and p Series

The Segway HT will move approximately three feet, stick shake and

transition to Power Assist Mode. DON’T DO THIS! The Segway HT will not

stay stationary unless blocked.

e Series

The Segway HT will transition to E-Stand, and stay in place (E-Stand), as

long as it is released correctly.

The Segway HT must be powered on to engage either Balance Mode or Power Assist Mode.

To transition to Balance Mode::

i and p Series

Make sure the Platform is level, and then tap the Mode Button.

e Series

Make sure the Control Shaft is vertical (perpendicular to the ground), and

then tap the Mode Button.

Demonstration and Guided Ride

After you watch the instructor demonstrate the Segway HT’s functions and capabilities, you will ride

the Segway HT.

Important: Physically block the back of the Platform to restrict the rider’s ability to step onto the

Segway HT prematurely, and/or explain that riders are not to step on the Segway HT until

expressly instructed.

Part I—Demonstration

The Instructor will perform or instruct the participant to perform the steps in the operational model.

1. After checking the Charging Indicators to ensure that the Segway HT has been charging,

unplug the Segway HT.

2. Retract the Parking Stand (i Series only).

3. Turn the Segway HT on. Use Beginner Key for the first ride. No need to explain the different

keys at this point.