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Motorized Scooters Safety

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Call Us Toll Free (866) 8 CARE4U

9 am - 5 pm Pacific Time

(which is Toll free (866) 822-7348)

 

Motorized Scooters and Powerchairs Safety

Generally Recommended Motorized Scooter Safety Tips

Motorized scooters are intended for use by person’s aged 16 or above. Motorized scooters and powerchairs are an attraction to those who are younger.  Be cautious of younger users of your motorized scooters and powerchairs.

Motorized scooter operators must comply with all local laws and regulations. Check with your local police or Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to determine local requirements for motorized scooters. Pay special attention to local helmet laws applicable to motorized scooters as they as well as motorized scooter licensing and registration varies from state to state.

Do not operate motorized scooters and powerchairs at night unless it is equipped with a bright headlight. The motorized scooters and powerchairs we sell are typically not equipped to be operated in the dark or low light condition. While riding our motorized scooters and powerchairs you may not be easily visible to pedestrians or other vehicles.  They may not be able to see your motorized scooter.

Ride motorized scooters and powerchairs only on smooth hard surfaces. Motorized Scooters and powerchairs are not designed to be used in off road conditions. (Most motorized scooters do not have sufficient ground clearance.) Use caution when riding over obstacles like curbs or parking bumper when riding motorized scooters and powerchairs.

The motorized scooters and powerchairs motors, batteries, and exposed controls can be damaged if exposed to water. Do not ride motorized scooters and powerchairs in the rain  It is not wise to drive though puddles of water on your motorized scooter or powerchair.

Motorized scooters and powerchairs allow use by only one person. Do not carry additional persons or heavy items on motorized scooters and powerchairs . To do so puts additional strain on the motors of motorized scooters and powerchairs. The batteries of motorized scooters and powerchairs drain rapidly by pulling or towing anything. This could strand you in a compromising situation.

Your insurance policy may not provide coverage for accidents involving motorized scooters and powerchairs. Contact your insurance agent for more information and to assure you are covered.

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