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® © 2005 Segway LLC how to ride the Segway Human Transporter (HT) safely.
The Segway HT is unlike anything you have ever experienced. To ride it safely you must read the Riders' Guide for your Segway HT model and watch the Safety Video. If you don’t have the Safety Video, contact an Authorized Segway Dealer. For a list of Dealers, visit www.segway.com. Use this guide for the following Segway HT models: i Series, p Series, Segway Cross-Terrain Transporter (XT), and Segway Golf Transporter (GT).
the risk of injury the risk of injury The Segway HT is a self-balancing human transporter that uses patented balancing technology. Balancing technology cannot prevent injury if you do not ride the Segway HT safely. Whenever you ride the Segway HT, you risk injury from loss of control, collisions, and falls. It is your responsibility to learn how to safely ride the Segway HT in order to reduce this risk. This Riders' Guide and the Safety Video are designed to help you learn.
Segway HT models Segway HT models This guide provides instructions on how to ride the i Series, p Series, Segway XT and Segway GT models. Please refer to the Reference Manual for model descriptions and specifications.
how the Segway HT balances how the Segway HT balances... and how it can fall 6 The Segway HT’s sensors detect whether the Segway HT and rider are leaning forward or backward. The Segway HT then immediately instructs its Wheels to roll forward or backward as necessary to stay upright. When you ride the Segway HT, you gently lean forward to make it go forward, you center your weight over the Wheels to remain stationary, and you gently lean backward to make it go backward.
slips trips Avoid loose objects and materials. Avoid holes, curbs, steps, and other obstacles. The Segway HT Tires must grip the ground for the machine to stay upright! A person can also slip by stepping on a branch, cord, or other object that rolls under foot or by stepping on loose materials like small stones. The Segway HT can slip in the same way. To be safe, you must avoid riding over loose objects or materials. If a Wheel can’t move, the Segway HT is in danger of losing balance.
tips how the Segway HT balances Be careful on terrain changes. 8 You must be very careful when riding over any terrain change (such as from pavement to grass, or over a threshold or speed bump). Every terrain change is a potential obstacle. Maintain Tire contact with the ground. Both Tires must be in contact with the ground for the Segway HT to have traction. You must be very careful when riding on uneven terrain to make sure that both Tires remain in contact with the ground.
speed limiter If the Segway HT pushes the Handlebar back, slow down! Respond: If you feel the Speed Limiter push the Handlebar back, stop leaning forward and slow down. Recognize: The Segway HT will push its Handlebar back to slow the rider down. The speed at which the Segway HT pushes the Handlebar back depends on a variety of factors, including riding style, terrain, payload, the Key used to start the Segway HT, Battery Pack condition, and other factors (see the Reference Manual).
Segway HT safety features stick shake warning when riding If you feel the Segway HT shake and hear growling noises, slow down. If the shaking and growling noise persist, come to a controlled stop and safely step off. Stick Shake Warning is more likely to occur when your Battery Packs are low, cold, heavily used, or poorly maintained. Recognize: One of the ways that the Segway HT notifies you that you are at risk of falling is by shaking the Handlebar and making growling noises.
If you feel the Segway HT slow down and shake its Handlebar, hear growling and beeping noises, and see the Display flash red, you should come to a stop and step off. Recognize: If the Segway HT detects a fault in any of its redundant subsystems (see the Reference Manual for a list), the Segway HT notifies you by automatically reducing its speed, shaking its Handlebar, making growling and beeping noises, and flashing red in the Display. This is called a Safety Shutdown.
your first ride powering on and off and entering balance mode your first ride When you are ready for your first ride, follow these instructions in the order listed: 12 Make sure you have read this entire Riders' Guide and watched the Safety Video. 1. Make sure your Segway HT is assembled and charged as described in the separate assembly instructions provided with your Segway HT. The Segway GT comes with a Golf Bag Carrier with separate instructions and warnings for proper installation and use.
2 Mode Button Key Port Steering Grip Display your first ride 1 3 4. Put on your helmet. 5. If you deployed the Parking Stand (available on i Series models only), retract it before you begin. above elbow height 13 6. Move the Segway HT to the center of your selected area. 7. Adjust the Handlebar height. Loosen the Height Adjustment Collar by turning it counterclockwise. Move the Handlebar until it is just above your elbow (while you are standing on the floor). Tighten the Height Adjustment Collar.
9. Acquaint yourself with some of the icons that may appear in the Display: your first ride display icon quick reference chart ride 10. Gently press the Beginner Key into the Key Port. You should hear a tone as the Segway HT turns on. When you hear the tone, remove the Key. You should see this in the Display: 14 Full performance available (Balance Mode) 11. Remove Key.
4 tap 2 3 hold 1 3 1 level to floor 12. Before you proceed with your first ride, practice powering off your Segway HT. You turn the power off by pressing and holding the Mode Button on the Handlebar for two seconds, until the Display shows an orange sleepy face (the Display segments vary depending on software version). The Segway HT will now power off. 13. After you practice powering off, power on again with the Beginner Key so that you see the following Display: 14.
WARNING! =body weight your first ride Before you step on, read the following steps 1 through 15. stepping on 1. Make sure the Segway HT is in Balance Mode. 16 2. Have your spotter stand in front of the Segway HT, face you, and hold the Handlebar and Control Shaft securely with both hands. Your spotter should be prepared to firmly hold the Segway HT to keep it from moving. 3. Now you will step on the Segway HT. a) Hold the Hand Grips lightly. Be careful not to rotate the Steering Grip.
4. Once you feel comfortable, and your spotter does not feel the Segway HT pushing or pulling, have him let go and back away one arm’s length. Your spotter should stand ready to grab the Handlebar, if necessary. You should try to remain still and feel the Segway HT balance. Remember, if you lean forward, the Segway HT will move forward. If you lean back, it will move back. To stay stationary keep your weight centered over the Wheels. 5.
my Segway HT is vibrating! your first ride Did you let go of the Segway HT? The vibration is a Stick Shake Warning. Don't let your Segway HT move without you. 18 Did you walk your Segway HT some distance? Make sure it's not in Balance Mode when you walk your Segway HT. 7. Now, with your spotter helping (or just standing nearby), practice stepping on again using the same procedure.
13. After you make a few circles in each direction, practice stopping by shifting your weight. When moving forward, you gently shift your weight back to bring the Segway HT to a stop. Once stopped, center your weight over the Wheels to remain stationary. If you continue to lean back, you will move backward. Practice choosing a spot on the ground, and coming to a smooth controlled stop at that spot. Then remain stationary. Avoid abrupt stops and slippery surfaces.
3 hold 1 your first ride 2 20 15. To power off the Segway HT, press and hold the Mode Button for two seconds, until the Display shows an orange sleepy face (the Display segments vary depending on software version). The Display will then go blank, indicating the Segway HT is powered off. Never let go of your Segway HT when in Balance Mode, because the Segway HT will travel some distance on its own before shutting down. The Segway HT will not travel very far if you let go of it when it is stopped.
1. Before you attempt riding in the real world, you must practice. > At first, you should always use the Beginner Key and ride in areas free from obstacles and distractions. > You should practice with the Beginner Key until you can step on, ride forward and backward, turn, and stop with the same precision as you walk. > The more you practice riding, the safer you will be when you move out into the real world. 2. With practice you should be able to easily ride from one room to another within your home.
riding form riding form Your posture and stance have a big effect on your ability to ride safely: > Be alert and look ahead—your eyes are your best tool for safely avoiding obstacles and slippery surfaces. > Keep your legs and arms loose, knees and elbows bent. This helps you absorb vibration and keeps the Segway HT stable and under control. > Use a light grip on the Handlebar, don’t hold too tightly. Expect some side-to-side motion on bumpy terrain.
riding techniques riding techniques 23 avoid slips, trips, and tips turning terrain features Now that you know how to ride, reread the sections of this guide on slips, trips, and tips (pages 7 and 8). You must learn to identify and avoid slippery surfaces, loose materials, steep slopes, and obstacles. Because fast turns can be dangerous, turn the Steering Grip slowly. Always lean into the turn. Hold the Steering Grip loosely and be careful not to unintentionally turn it.
power assist mode power assist mode When you first power on your Segway HT, it will automatically be in Power Assist Mode, a non-balancing mode. You must not attempt to ride the Segway HT when in Power Assist Mode. Use this mode while walking with the Segway HT to move over slippery surfaces; over obstacles; up and down steps; up, down, or across steep slopes; and elsewhere where riding is not safe and appropriate.
power assist mode When the Segway HT is in Power Assist Mode, the Steering Grip can be used to power the Wheels. You should stand to the side so that you do not run the Segway HT into your shins. Twisting the Steering Grip produces forward or backward motion. The Segway HT responds quickly to your command, so be prepared and rotate the Grip slowly.
use the appropriate key use the appropriate key The Segway HT comes with different Keys, depending on your Segway HT model: > i Series, p Series, Segway GT: one Beginner Key, one Intermediate Key, one Advanced Key. > Segway XT: one Beginner Key, one Advanced Key. 26 The Intermediate and Advanced Keys are provided separately because you should only use those Keys after you have learned to ride using the Beginner Key.
The Segway HT's unique balancing ability and ease of use can lead you to become overconfident. If you exceed the ability of the Segway HT to balance, such as by riding over obstacles, uneven terrain, slippery surfaces, loose materials, or steep slopes, you can very quickly lose control, leading to collisions, falls, and injury. As with any other transportation device, using a Segway HT exposes you to risk of injury.
rules to ride by 28 > > > You’re taller than you think. Be aware of the added height that the Segway HT (and your helmet) gives you and use caution when riding indoors or in the vicinity of doorways, archways, branches, signs, or other low overhead obstacles. Watch those turns! Always turn slowly and with caution. Fast turns can lead to loss of control and falls. Lean into turns. Don’t risk it.
Don’t ride in the dark. Do not ride the Segway HT in low visibility conditions without a light. To ride safely, you must be able to clearly see what is in front of you and you must be clearly visible to others. > Avoid distractions. Do not use a cell phone, listen to headphones, or engage in any other activity that might distract you or interfere with your ability to monitor your surroundings while riding. > Be relaxed. Ride in a relaxed position with your knees and elbows slightly bent and head up.
rules to ride by 30 > Carrying cargo. To carry cargo, use a Segway-approved cargo accessory or a securely attached backpack with both shoulder straps in place. Do not place cargo (or any object) on the Platform. The total weight of any Handlebar payload plus any other attachments hanging from the Handlebar should not exceed 10 lbs. (4.5 kg). Exceeding this limit interferes with the Segway HT’s balancing ability and could cause the Segway HT to accelerate on its own, risking injury and damage.
> > Weight limits. Don't exceed the maximum weight limit (rider and all cargo) specified in the Reference Manual. If you exceed the maximum weight limit, you are at greater risk of falling and injury, and damage to the Segway HT could result. Also, the rider's weight must not be less than the minimum rider weight limit specified in the Reference Manual.
please read and follow 32 > Unplug before servicing. Disconnect your Segway HT from AC power before removing or installing Battery Packs or performing any other service. See the Reference Manual for additional warnings and instructions regarding service. > Pre-ride inspection. Inspect your Segway HT before each use. Do not use if any part is loose or damaged. If you discover any loose or damaged part, consult the Reference Manual. > Clear the Platform. Do not place any objects on the Platform.
Segway HT etiquette... a chance to make a difference > Be careful and considerate of others. > Pass only if there is ample space to do so safely. Do not weave in and out of pedestrian traffic. > Cross roads at designated crosswalks or signaled intersections. Do not jaywalk/ride. > Always ride under control at a speed that is safe for you and those around you.
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If you or any other user of your Segway HT is involved in an accident, or if your Segway HT performs in a way that you do not intend or in a way that it is not supposed to, contact Segway Customer Operations. Phone: 1-866-4SEGWAY (1-866-473-4929) Fax: 1-603-222-6001 Email: technicalsupport@segway.com Website: www.segway.com obey all laws and regulations Many states and municipalities regulate use of Segway HTs on public roads, sidewalks and paths.
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