Solowheel Manual
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1. against the leg pads e Hold your arms comfortably at your side e Start at a slow and comfortable pace Preparation 1 Always wear an appropriate safety helmet and other protective gear 2 Wear comfortable clothes and shoes Never ride the Solowheel barefoot or in open toed shoes or high heels 3 Make sure the tire is properly inflated 4 Make sure the battery is charged Understanding the gyro sensors The Solowheel balances front to back but not side to side You are responsible for maintaining side to side balance by twisting your feet right and left and leaning into turns just like steering a bicycle If you fail to actively maintain this side to side balance the Solowheel can tip sideways and fall See the 8 Steps to Riding your Solowheel page for important riding technique information 10 A CAUTION Use the learning band to minimize the risk of damaging your Solowheel When first learning to use the Solowheel you need to use the included learning band so that your Solowheel will not become damaged 1 Attach the band around the Solowheel handle While standing with one foot on the platform adjust the length of the band so that you can hold it comfortably at about waist height 2 Follow the 8 Steps to Riding your Solowheel instructions When you feel yourself losing your balance and you have to step off use the band to keep the Solowheel from falling over or rolling away 11 8 Steps to Riding Your Solowheel Once2. ain to reset Remember to keep your body relaxed through your back and legs Stand naturally Avoid riding across steep slopes Lean uphill when riding across gentle slopes Avoid turning on slopes or ramps Stay centered on narrow sidewalks or elevated paths Practice controlled stopping For small radius turns use your lower legs to make the Solowheel lean more 12 IMPORTANT The top speed of the Solowheel is ten 10 miles per hour 16 kilometer per hour When you approach the maximum speed the Solowheel will try to prevent you from accelerating further It will move forward beneath you in order to shift your weight backward You may feel that you are being pushed back or that you cannot make it go any faster Do not continue leaning or bending forward to try and increase your speed or you will fall Beyond the speed limit the motor does not have enough power to catch you Lean back and slow down Be sure to visit our website at www solowheel com to see additional videos that include strategies and helpful tips designed to get you riding your Solowheel quickly and comfortably Training Wheels Optional If you have purchased the optional training wheels refer to the diagram below on how to attach them You will need a Philips screwdriver 13 Terrain and Avoiding Hazards Slips and Trips The Solowheel is highly maneuverable and allows you to easily navigate over rough pavement and around obstacles However to prevent th
3. atforms may strike an object Use caution when riding over any terrain change such as pavement to grass over a threshold or speed bump When in doubt avoid the bumps Avoid riding the Solowheel in heavy rain or other adverse weather conditions Do not ride at night when visibility is poor and you cannot see your surroundings clearly 14 Riding Etiquette It is important to use proper etiquette when riding your Solowheel e Be careful and considerate of others e Always ride under control at a speed that is safe for you and those around you e Always be prepared to stop e Respect pedestrians by always yielding the right of way e Avoid startling pedestrians When approaching from behind announce yourself and slow down to walking speed when passing Pass on the left whenever possible When approaching a pedestrian from the front stay to the right and slow down e In heavy pedestrian traffic slow down and proceed at a walking speed Pass only if there is ample space to do so safely Do not weave in and out of pedestrian traffic e lf itis legal in your area to ride in the street always stay in marked bike lanes 15 Safety Guidelines for Continued Use An important message to all users Periodically review this information and make sure that you understand all warnings cautions instructions and safety topics Do not let others ride your Solowheel until they have read this manual and watched the instructional DVD Remember
4. attery lid as shown in the picture below Tuck all wires inside the case Push the two half cases together until they are almost shut No need to shut completely 18 5 Using hand or a rubber hammer taps the case to line up the screw holes on the ridge between the foot platform and the red leg pad Screw in all six screws using the large Phillips screwdriver Take care to turn the screws in as straight as possible If you feel too much resistance back the screw out realign it and tighten again 6 Make sure all wires are inside so that they won t be pinched when you close the case Screw in all fourteen screws seven on each side around the circumference of the case on both sides starting with the handle For optimal performance keep tire pressure at 35 psi 19 LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty for U S Consumers 1 Inventist Inc warrants to the original consumer purchaser of the Solowheel Purchaser that the product will be free from defects in materials and manufacture on the date of purchase and will remain serviceable for a period of one year after the date of Purchaser s purchase subject to the exclusions in the following paragraph Warranty 2 This Limited Warranty does not cover damage to the Solowheel or any component part caused by any of the following all exter nal causes such as but not limited to dropping accident colli sion abuse vandalism negligence improper handling mainte na
5. e loss of traction you must always be careful when riding and learn to identify and avoid slippery wet surfaces loose materials steep slopes and obstacles Stop and step off the Solowheel over unsafe surfaces or terrain The Solowheel s tire must be able to grip the ground for you to stay upright Slips occur when the Solowheel loses traction potentially causing loss of control and a fall Abrupt maneuvers and riding over slippery surfaces loose objects and materials or steep slopes can cause the Solowheel to lose traction When you reach the upper speed limit the Solowheel will push you back You may feel it s oscillating that it is moving forward underneath you to make you lean back or that it takes extra effort to accelerate Do not continue leaning or bending forward to try and increase your speed or you will fall Beyond the speed limit the motor does not have enough power to catch you Lean back and slow down Avoid abrupt maneuvers such as fast stopping or starting Avoid riding on slippery surfaces such as snow ice wet floors wet grass or any other surface that might cause slipping Avoid riding over loose objects or materials such as small branches litter gravel sand or small stones Avoid riding on slopes 15 degrees or greater Avoid sharp turns as the foot platform may scrape the ground and throw you off balance Avoid holes grooves curbs steps and other obstacles Avoid riding over any surface where the foot pl
6. e or traction and cause a fall See the section on Terrain for more guidelines AWARNING Do not exceed the maximum weight of the rider including backpacks and other items that might be carried which is 220 pounds 100 kilograms Exceeding the weight limit could injure the rider and For your safety READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY AND WATCH THE INSTRUCTIONAL DVD before you use the Solowheel damage the Solowheel AAWARNING The Solowheel should not be ridden by young children Use your judgment about whether a child has the necessary coordination and maturity to use the Solowheel Only children 15 years old or older should be permitted to ride the Solowheel WARNING Do not lift the Solowheel off the ground when the unit is turned on This will cause the wheel to spin freely which could result in injury to yourself or damage to things around you AWWARNING Do not modify the Solowheel Modifications could interfere with operating the Solowheel and could result in serious injury and or damage Modifications void the Solowheel s Limited Warranty WARNING Since the Solowheel balances by accelerating in response to your leaning forward if you lean too far forward too quickly the motor will not be able to catch up with you and you may fall The Solowheel will tilt backward at the maximum speed DO NOT attempt to accelerate further or you will fall WARNING Never drink and drive This goes for the Solowheel as well Solowhee
7. l Components Your Solowheel comes packaged in a high quality corrugated cardboard box for its protection Please keep this box in case you need to send the Solowheel back for service or repairs If you use another box Inventist will not be responsible for any damage caused during shipping Also you will be charged for a new box to ship the Solowheel back to you Inside you will find 1 The Solowheel 2 Battery charger and power cord 3 Learning band 4 User s Guide and Manual 5 Instructional DVD Handle Power Indicator On Off Switch Charging Port Foot Platform Wheel Getting Started After unpacking your Solowheel for the first time follow all the steps below before you start riding Charging the Battery Your Solowheel comes with a built in lithium ion battery pack Before you use the Solowheel for the first time you must fully charge the battery Be sure to charge the battery in a clean dry location 1 Plug one end of the power cord into the Solowheel Plug the other end into a grounded AC outlet The red charging light on the charger unit will turn on 2 The charger may take up to 2 hours to complete its charge The red light on the charger will turn green once it is finished If you are not regularly using your Solowheel you should fully recharge the battery at least every thirty 30 days If the battery power drops to low you may not be able to recharge it Power Level Indica
8. nce or storage neglect misuse such as riding over obstacles overloading racing or otherwise using the Solowheel contrary to the instructions and warnings contained in the user manual and DVD provided by Inventist normal wear and tear deterioration of paint trim and appearance items that results from use and or exposure to the elements cleaning with a high pressure water system abrasives or solvents damage and or defects caused by unauthorized and or improper attempts to repair alter disas semble or otherwise modify the Solowheel or any of its compo nents damage caused by improper electrical connection improper tire inflation exposure to chemicals water or exces sive temperatures and or any damage and or failure resulting from earthquake fire flood or other casualty or acts of God Exclusions from Warranty Coverage 3 The preceding warranty is the exclusive warranty applicable to the Solowheel and supersedes any prior contrary or additional representations whether oral or written Any implied warran Exclusion and Limitation of Other Warranties 20 ties including any warranty of merchantability or warranty of fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the one year period of the preceding warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you 4 If the Solowheel fails to conform to the preceding warranties the Purcha
9. ne es Guide and Manual Before using the Solowheel READ THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY Inventist Inc 2012 Inventist Inc WARNING Whenever you ride the Solowheel you risk serious injury or death from collisions falls or loss of control To ride safely YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL This manual includes basic operational instructions for the Solowheel It cannot cover all situations where injury or death may occur OPERATORS MUST USE GOOD JUDGMENT AND COMMON SENSE TO DETECT AND AVOID HAZARDS AND DANGERS that they may encounter when riding the Solowheel By using the Solowheel you accept of the inherent risks of operating this product sou WHEEL Guide and Manual Solowheel Manual Contents NEGO GLUICTION cewitctiiietoasas aso sanasossasasasesnanssas esos gan ane a a IG Shes Ses PIS OIG Oy aecocmscorscn ses nesessenccetsereceseeneseisceceessereeuseenenesieeccesteeeesasteutiaieccscaseereessueesaats SATE LY 1S FIPS saansngagres isstsesssennIIeasstaRIII S Solowheel Components ssssssascsssarrcesnnansennsaecennnnecounnaasennsaeeennonnemnannernvvaccancoaneions Getting Started seene a Charging the battery b Power Level Indicators Riding Gude NES easan ETS 10 a Riding Form b Preparation c Understanding the gyro sensors d Using the learning band 8 Steps to Riding your Solowheel ssssssssssseusesssreresssrreresssrreresssrereessereresserreresseree 12 a Training Wheel
10. of Goods will not apply to the sale of the Solowheel Warranty for Commercial Buyers Worldwide For buyers of the Solowheel who use the product in their trade business or profession or for commercial activity Sections 1 2 4 5 and 6 of the preceding Limited Warranty for U S Consum ers apply but Section3 of the Limited Warranty does not apply Instead the following provision applies Exclusion and Limitation of Other Warranties The express warranty contained in Sections 1 and 2 of the pre ceding Limited Warranty for U S Consumers is the exclusive warranty applicable to the Solowheel and supersedes any prior contrary or additional representations whether oral or written INVENTIST DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OTHERWISE ARISING FROM COURSE OF PER FORMANCE COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE Solowheel 4901 NW Camas Meadows Drive Camas WA 98607 USA 1 360 833 2357 www solowheel com Designed in the USA Assembled in China Patent Pending 21
11. ol at all times 16 Maintenance and Care Maintenance e Store your Solowheel in a place away from moisture e If you will not be using the Solowheel for an extended length of time you should fully recharge the battery at least once every thirty 30 days to keep it from draining completely The battery cannot be removed Should you need a new battery please see our web site for a list of authorized service representatives or contact us at sales inventist com e To clean the Solowheel use a damp cloth and a mild detergent Changing the tire To change the Solowheel tire you will need A Phillips screwdriver 1 Unscrew all the screws around the outside of the cover with a Philips screwdriver seven screws on each side including the ones in the handle 2 In the middle of the cover beneath the leg pads there are six screws See drawing below Unscrew the screws only on the OPPOSITE side of the On Off switch and charging port Do not unscrew the screws that are on the same side as the On Off switch and charging port 17 Screws f On Off Switch 3 Gently open the top half of the case and flip it over There are connecting wires between the two half cases Be careful not to stretch these wires You can now change the tire or the inner tube as you would on a bicycle 4 Refit the Solowheel cover in place Carefully keep all wires above the battery control board so that there are no wires between the control board and b
12. om nondelivery or from the use misuse or inability to use the product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation may not apply to you 6 Choice of Law Disputes Severability The laws of the State of Washington excluding application of its choice of law rules shall govern all matters arising out of or relating to this Limited Warranty including without limitation its validity interpretation construction performance and enforce ment No action arising out of any claimed breach of warranty or breach of any remedial promise arising out of or relating to this Limited Warranty may be brought more than one 1 year after the cause of action has accrued If any part of this warranty is found to be void or unenforceable then the remainder shall have full force and effect and the invalid provision shall be par tially enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law Warranty for Consumers Outside the U S For consumers who buy their Solowheel outside the U S the terms of the preceding warranty apply In addition Inventist grants to such consumers any additional warranty rights pre scribed by the domestic statutory law regarding consumer war ranties in effect where the consumer buys the Solowheel and Inventist does not curtail or limit those rights that cannot be excluded or limited under that law The U N Convention on Contracts for the International Sale
13. risks of riding This manual and the instructional DVD are designed to help you learn safe riding techniques NO ONE SHOULD USE THE SOLOWHEEL UNLESS THEY HAVE BOTH READ THROUGH THE MANUAL AND WATCHED THE DVD The contents of the DVD are also online at the Solowheel website http solowheel com video gallery Review all the material frequently to help remind you of proper riding techniques and safely procedures IMPORTANT WARNINGS FOR SAFE USE WARNING Always inspect the Solowheel prior to use Properly inspecting and maintaining your product can reduce the risk of injury Always check the battery charge before using the Solowheel Do not ride the Solowheel when its battery is low as indicated by a blinking red indicator light or shaking of the wheel during operation The Solowheel may stop operating and cause you to fall Make sure the tire is properly inflated AAWARNING ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET WHEN RIDING Use an approved bicycle or skateboard helmet that fits properly with the chin strap in place and protects the back of your head Local LAWS may require riders of wheeled products to wear a helmet and other protective gear Never ride the Solowheel barefoot or in open toed shoes or high heels AAWARNING Check local laws and regulations to see where and how you may use your Solowheel legally Follow all applicable laws for vehicles and pedestrians WARNING Avoid obstacles and slippery surfaces which could result in a loss of balanc
14. s Terrain and Avoiding Hazards Slips and Trips ssssssnneseessssssssrrreereeesssssssrrrerreeeno 14 PRICE UICC CUS aaea a a a 15 Safety Guidelines for Continued USEe esssssesesssrresesssrereessrrereessrreresserreresssrreresseres 16 Maintenance and Care ssori aa AA AAAA E 17 a General Maintenance b Changing the Tire Warranty geen nn E EEE E 20 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Solowheel The Solowheel is the smallest greenest most convenient People Mover ever invented This gyro stabilized electric unicycle is compact and fun to ride and is intended to be used as you would use an electric bicycle This manual will help you set up and use your Solowheel It is important that you adhere to all safety warnings and cautions that appear throughout and that you use good judgment when riding Remember when you learned to ride a bike You probably started in a safe location and had somebody help you learn You started slowly This technique applies to the Solowheel as well If you carefully follow all the instructions and warnings in this manual and in the instructional DVD you should be able to teach yourself how to ride the Solowheel Riding the Solowheel is a lot of fun and we hope you ll think so too RISK OF INJURY Whenever you ride the Solowheel you risk injury from loss of control collisions and falls It is your responsibility to learn how to safely ride the Solowheel in order to reduce the
15. ser must notify Inventist within a reasonable time and in no event more than thirty 30 days after the discovery of the nonconformity by telephone to 360 833 2357 country code 1 or by e mail to sales inventist com Inventist will provide a Return Authorization number and form Purchaser must deliver the Product together with proof of date of purchase to Investist at the following address Inventist Returns 4901 NW Camas Meadows Dr Camas WA 98607 USA Purchaser shall be respon sible for and must prepay any shipping expense for return of the Product Inventist will examine the Product and in the event of a breach of warranty will provide at its sole option and within a reasonable period of time 1 repair of any nonconforming Solowheel or components or 2 replacement of any noncon forming Solowheel or components with conforming product or components Repaired or replacement products will conform to the warranty for the unexpired duration of the warranty period for the original nonconforming Product Inventist may use used or repaired material for all warranty claims THE REMEDY SELECTED BY INVENTIST IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL BE THE EXCLUSIVE AND SOLE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY Exclusive Remedy 5 Exclusion of Consequential Incidental and Other Damages Inventist and its distributors and dealers SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES for breach of any warranty or for damages arising fr
16. tors Once the battery is fully charged the indicator light on top of the Solowheel will be green when you turn the unit on This is what the lights on the Solowheel mean e Solid Green indicates that the Solowheel is charged and ready to be used e Solid Orange indicates that the battery is about half drained e Solid Red indicates that the battery is low and should be charged e Blinking Red and Shake Warning the Solowheel will notify you when the battery charge is dangerously low by shaking the wheel when you are riding it If the shake warning occurs slow down and safely step off Do not attempt to ride again until the battery is recharged If you continue to ride the Solowheel on a low battery you can fall Riding Guidelines For your own Safety do not try to ride the Solowheel without first watching the instructional DVD for a video demonstration on how to use the Solowheel The videos are an important part of our instructions On your first several rides we recommend that you use the Learning Band which is described on the next page Riding Form e Learn to ride the Solowheel in a large safe area free from all forms of traffic e Keep your posture upright but relaxed with your body aligned over the Solowheel and your feet centered on the platforms e Be alert Scan both far ahead and in front of you your eyes are your best tool for safely avoiding obstacles and slippery surfaces e Your lower legs should rest comfortably yet firmly
17. you are required to inspect and maintain this product to insure your safety Any type of wheeled activity can be hazardous Wheels can and are intended to move and it is therefore possible to get into dangerous situations and or lose control and or fall off If such things occur you can be seriously injured or die e Always wear proper protective equipment such as an ANSI SNELL CPSC or ASTM approved helmet and elbow and knee pads and wrist guards Long sleeve shirts gloves long pants closed toe shoes lace up with rubber soles is best and elbow and knee pads are mandatory Keep shoe laces out of the way of the wheel e The Solowheel should not be ridden by young children Use your judgment about whether a child has the necessary coordination and maturity to use the Solowheel We recommend that only children 15 years old or older be permitted to ride the Solowheel e Never ride in traffic Watch your surroundings for pedestrians bikes roller skaters skateboard and scooter riders Use the Solowheel in areas free from fixed or moving hazards such as poles curbs hydrants walls parked cars and traffic FAILURE TO USE COMMON SENSE AND GOOD JUDGMENT AND HEED THESE WARNINGS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY USE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND WITH APPROPRIATE AND SERIOUS ATTENTION TO SAFE OPERATION USE CAUTION AT ALL TIMES Understand that no safety gear can fully protect you Only you can reduce the risks of using the Solowheel by using it safely and with contr
18. you have charged the battery follow these eight easy steps 1 Sy Oy ak Grab the handle of the Solowheel and set it on the ground vertically and turn the power on The green light on top of the unit will light up The Solowheel can face either direction Unfold the foot platforms and press them into the down position Put one foot on one platform and stand up straight Shifting your weight forward lightly push off the ground with the other foot and immediately place it on the other platform so that you straddle the Solowheel squeezing the pads between your lower legs Shift your body weight gradually forward to pick up speed Do not lunge forward Shift your body weight backward to slow down or stop To turn lean the wheel in the direction you want to go IMPORTANT Twist your feet right and left for balance and steering This is similar to maneuvering the front wheel of a bicycle Attempting to balance by leaning and tilting is much less effective When you are ready to get off slow down stop and step off with one foot grab the handle Keep your other foot on the other platform and turn the Solowheel off REMEMBER During your first few rides use the learning band to keep the Solowheel from becoming damaged REMEMBER Do not lift the Solowheel off the ground when it is turned on Learning Tips If the Solowheel tips too far to the side the power indicator light will blink red and green Push the power button off and on ag
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