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Segway ® reference manual > i Series > p Series > Segway XT > Segway GT welcome to the evolution of personal mobility.
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Segway HT. If you don’t have the Assembly Instructions for your Segway HT model, contact an Authorized Segway Dealer. If you have any questions, or need the user materials for any Segway HT model, contact an Authorized Check the website for updates to Segway Dealer.
To learn to ride your Segway HT i Series, p Series, Segway XT or Segway GT model, you must read and follow all instructions and warnings in the Riders’ Guide and you must watch the Safety Video. If you don’t have the Riders’...
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To order replacement Keys, you must have both the Serial Number of your Segway HT, and the Key Code. The Serial Number is the 12-digit number beginning with “0” located on the left side of the bar code label on the rear edge of the Platform.
Segway HT Mode Button Steering Key Port Grip Display Handlebar Handlebar Trim p Series Height Adjustment Collar Control Shaft Fixed Grip Control Shaft Clamp Bolt Fender Control Shaft Base Top View of Handlebar Splashguard Charge Port Charge Port Segway XT...
100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 HZ * See page 9 for information about why Segway sets these weight limits. ** See page 10 to read about maximizing the distance you can travel on your Segway HT, and factors that can increase or reduce your range.
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Model Specifications (Continued) p Series i Series Segway XT Segway GT Dimensions machine weight without battery packs: 55 lbs (25 kg) 68 lbs (29 kg) 82 lbs (37 kg) 74 lbs (33.5 kg) battery pack weight: See Battery Pack Specifications on page 23.
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Weight Limits for Riders and Cargo Segway sets weight limits for two reasons: rider safety and to reduce risk of damage to the Segway HT. Dynamic Weight Limits Minimum Weight Limit Structural Weight Limits To keep the Segway HT and rider upright, the The rider’s weight must not be less than 100 lbs.
Maximizing Range Only experienced riders riding in optimum conditions will reach the maximum range distances stated on page 7. The range of your Segway HT is affected by many variables, including: > Terrain: Riding on smooth, flat terrain improves >...
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Battery Packs, require a software This model uses Li-ion Battery Packs reduce risk of injury, be sure to upgrade to switch to Li-ion Battery only. The Segway XT is not intended for follow those separate instructions Packs. use on sidewalks.
That means that if the with a redundant architecture: Controller Boards, The Segway HT works like the human body. If you lean rider tilts the Segway HT onto one wheel, it will not Motors, Battery Packs, the Balance Sensor Assembly, forward, you take a step forward to keep your balance.
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Control Shaft Cords, the Balance Each Motor is wound as two separate electrical fails, the Segway HT will perform a Safety Shutdown. Sensor Assembly, the Batteries, and the Motors, so circuits, capable of independent operation, acting as that if there is a malfunction in any of these one mechanical entity.
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Handlebar communicates information to the Controller Packs. If either Battery Pack fails, the Segway HT will correctly. The two tilt sensors check each other in the Boards via an independent Control Shaft Cord. If either perform a Safety Shutdown.
Speed Limiter (green) The speed at which the Speed Limiter will tilt The Segway HT will push its Handlebar back to slow the the Handlebar back depends upon the Key rider down. The speed at which the Segway HT pushes used to power on the Segway HT.
One of the ways the Segway HT notifies you that you are at risk of falling is by shaking the Handlebar and making growling noises. This is called the Stick Shake Warning. The Stick Shake Warning will occur if you ride backward too fast or if you demand too much power from the Segway HT, such as by riding on a steep slope, on rough terrain, against an obstacle or by accelerating or decelerating abruptly.
Safety Shutdown If the Segway HT detects a fault in any of its redundant pending empty battery condition even though the Battery subsystems, the Segway HT notifies you by Packs were recently charged. Whenever you see the automatically reducing its speed, shaking its...
Segway HT will reduce the top speed limit regardless of the Key used. 3. Power off from either Power Assist Mode If the Segway HT is in Balance Mode, but none of the or Balance Mode. Rider Detect sensors are depressed, and the...
The Tires on the Segway HT serve two important > Unequal pressure causes the Segway HT The best way to deter theft of your Segway HT is to functions, suspension and traction. Both functions are to turn in the direction of the lower store it in a secure indoor location with the Keys stored affected by the Tire inflation pressure.
Never lift the Segway HT by its Tires, Fenders, or techniques. Make sure the Segway HT is powered off water. Do not wash the Segway HT with a power washer Wheels because your hands or fingers could become prior to lifting. Segway recommends that two people or high pressure hose.
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3. Turn the lever at the right front corner of the could cause the Segway HT to back up into you and safe manner, turn effectively, or handle various terrain Platform to the left until it is perpendicular to the could cause injury.
Do not use the Battery Pack if the Battery Pack casing the safety of others, and to maximize You may ship your Segway HT by ground or sea with Li- is broken or if a Battery Pack emits an unusual odor or battery life and performance.
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22.7 lbs (10.3 kg) If you use, charge or store your Segway HT Battery Packs outside these conditions, you may void the limited warranty, damage your Battery Packs, and/or experience reduced range and ineffective battery charging. For more advanced information regarding operating,...
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Segway HT so that you do not discharge the Battery Segway HT Battery Packs, fully charge your Battery Do not store your Segway HT or Battery Packs for more Packs below the charge level illustrated below. For Packs for at least twelve hours, once a month, or once...
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Charging Indicators The Control Shaft Base has two LED Stage Li-ion Battery Packs NiMH Battery Packs (Light Emitting Diode) charging indicators located below the "F" "R" front rear Charge Port. Battery Pack immediately Slow green pulse. Lasts for Initial proceeds to “Fast Charge approximately 2 minutes.
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90 percent displays a flashing top bar). out of the sun, or off of hot asphalt (into an air- If the battery charge level is very low, the Segway HT If your NiMH Battery Pack is too hot or too cold, the conditioned environment is best).
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Battery Packs when descending a hill or against a wall. Make sure to do this in a safe, secure slowing down, or when you push or pull the Segway HT location. while in Power Assist mode (without using the Steering Grip for power).
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If you are concerned that the Battery Packs may be too (red) cold or overheated during charging, refer to Charging If the Battery Packs on your Segway HT become too hot Failures on page 26. or too cold while riding, the Segway HT may reduce...
(beginning onpage 32) for information about the operational mode of the Segway HT (Power Assist Mode or Balance Mode), the battery charge level, and fault conditions. If following these steps and referring to the Display Icon information does not solve the problem, contact an Authorized Segway Dealer. For a list of Dealers, visit www.segway.com.
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1. Check to make sure tire inflation pressure is equal in both tires. 2. Check to make sure the Steering Grip returns to center. If the Segway HT turns in place without the rider turning the Steering Grip, the Steering Grip is not returning to center.
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3. Press or tap the Mode Button Some theft detection systems have caused the Segway HT (in Balance Mode) 4. If the Segway HT still will not power down or change into Power Assist to perform a Safety Shutdown. Mode, contact an Authorized Segway Dealer to arrange for service.
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If the Display is in direct sunlight, it may be difficult to see the color and the icon. Try The battery is too low to allow Charge the Battery Packs; shading the Display with your hand. If the Display is not illuminated, the Segway HT is safe operation of the then attempt to power on.
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Right front rider detect sensor Make sure your foot is not on Battery Packs installed on the Install two Battery Packs of Segway HT are different is on at startup. the Platform when powering the same chemistry type. chemistry types, for example, on.
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Normal Operation Reduced Performance Levels The following Display icon (the face is not smiling) will appear if the Segway HT is The following Display icons should appear each time you power on or power off your operating at reduced performance levels due to a temporary condition. See page 15 Segway HT.
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Critical Faults During Balance Mode Pitch or Roll Angle Exceeded If, during normal riding, the Segway HT detects a fault in any of its redundant The following Display Icon will appear if the Segway HT shut down because a forward,...
Display Icon System Faults User Response If the Segway HT detects a fault in its hardware one of the following icons will appear in the Display. The Segway HT cannot be used until the fault is cleared. There is a fault 1.
5: service General Information If you have a question on parts or replacements, please contact an Authorized Segway Dealer. For a list of Dealers, visit www.segway.com. Parts Diagram (shown on the i180) Mode Button Steering Grip (L) and Fixed Grip (R)
Service Procedures Follow these procedures when instructed to do so by the Troubleshooting section of this Reference Manual. The tools provided in the Wrench Set included with your Segway HT are intended to assist with these procedures. However, additional tools, such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform some of these procedures correctly.
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Assembly into the opening in the base. Push the 2. Loosen the Height Adjustment Collar and slide the 2. Tip the Segway HT onto its side so that the outside Handlebar/Control Shaft Assembly all the way in so upper part of the Handlebar/Control Shaft...
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Tools Required: 16 mm deep socket wrench with the Segway HT is powered on or charging. 8" (20 cm) or longer wrench handle, for the Segway XT The cells within the Battery Packs contain toxic substances. Do not attempt to open Battery 2.
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Remove/Reinstall Mat Cleaning Tools Required: None for Clean your Segway HT with soap and water and a soft p Series or Segway XT cloth. Do not use a power washer or high pressure hose models. For i Series or because this could drive water into components that Segway GT models, if you must stay dry.
6: frequently asked questions Please visit our website, www.segway.com, for a complete list of up-to-date frequently asked questions and answers. Can the Segway HT climb stairs? How do I get a replacement Key? What is the noise my Segway HT makes while I’m just...
Report All Incidents Obey All Laws and Regulations UNITED STATES FCC PART 15 If you or any other user of your Segway HT is involved in Many governmental authorities regulate use of CLASS B RADIO FREQUENCY an accident, or if your Segway HT performs in a way Segway HTs on public roads and sidewalks.
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Failure of a mark to appear in this manual The Segway HT complies with the requirements of numbers): 20020063006; 20020149172; 20030146025; does not mean Segway LLC does not use the mark, nor European Directives 89/336/EEC, Directive of 20030183435; 20030226698; 20030231022;...
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Fender, 6, 37 LEDs, 25 Height Adjustment Collar, 6, 37 Fender Frame, 37 lifting and loading your Segway HT, 20 higher payloads, and relation to weight limits, 9 Fixed Grip, 6, 37 Lifting Handles, 20, 37 higher speeds, and relation to weight limits, 9...
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Mat, 37 operating temperature, 23 Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), 43 maximum handlebar cargo weight, 7, 9 operational mode range, 7, 19 maximum payload (rider plus all cargo), 7 Balance Mode, 32 range on a full charge, 7 maximum speed, 7 Power Assist, 32 rapid charge depletion, 27 minimum rider weight, 7...
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