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Step 6: Moving Forward and Backward
The Segway PT moves forward and backward in response to changes in your
position. When standing on the Powerbase, to move forward or backward:
1. With your spotter available to assist you, slowly lean forward and
feel the PT move forward. Then stop leaning forward and feel it slow
down and stop. Do this a few times.
WARNING
Avoid rocking back and forth or shifting your weight abruptly, as this could
result in a loss of traction and cause a fall.
2. Look behind you and then slowly lean back and feel the PT move
backward. Then stop leaning back and feel it slow down and stop. Do
this a few times.
NOTE:
You should not ride backward except to maneuver a few feet. In-
stead, turn in place, then ride forward.
3. With your spotter standing close by, practice going forward and
backward a short distance in each direction. Be careful not to run
the Wheels into any wall or object. This could cause you to fall.
WARNING
Do not turn or go fast when maneuvering backward.
Figure 46: Moving Forward and Backward