SEGWAY W1 Drift Ninebot Electronic User Manual
- June 2, 2024
- Segway
Table of Contents
SEGWAY W1 Drift Ninebot Electronic
Thanks for choosing the Segway Drift W1!
Thanks for choosing the Segway Drift WI (hereinafter referred to as Segway
Drift )
Riding Safety
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The Segway Drift is a recreational product. Before mastering riding skills, you need to practice. Neither Ninebot (Ninebot (Beijing) Tech Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries and affiliates) nor Segway Inc. is responsible for any injuries or
damage caused by a rider’s inexperience or failure to follow the instructions in this document. Remember that whenever you ride the Segway Drift you risk injury or death from loss of control, collisions, and falls. You can reduce the risk by following all the instructions and warnings in this manual, but you cannot eliminate all the risks. When riding in public spaces always comply with local laws and regulations. As with other vehicles, faster speeds require longer braking distances. Sudden braking on smooth surfaces could lead to wheel slip, loss of balance, or falls. The Segway Drift is designed to be ridden on a flat hard surface that is free of obstacles and bumps. Be cautious and always keep a safe distance between you and other people or vehicles when riding. Be alert and slow down when entering unfamiliar areas. -
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.
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Do not attempt your first ride in any area where you might encounter children, pedestrians, pets, vehicles, bicycles, or other obstacles and potential hazards.
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Respect pedestrians by always yielding the right of way. When approaching a pedestrian from the front, stay to the right and slow down. Avoid startling pedestrians. When approaching from behind, announce yourself and slow down walking speed when passing. Pass on the left whenever possible. Please obey local traffic laws and regulations.
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In places without laws and regulations governing self-balancing electric vehicles, comply with the safety guidelines outlined in this manual. Neither Ninebot nor Segway Inc. is responsible for any property damage, personal injury/death, accidents, or legal disputes caused by violations of the safety instructions.
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Do not allow anyone to ride your Segway Drift on his/her own unless he/she has carefully read this manual, and followed the New Rider Tutorial by scanning the QR Code on the Welcome Card. The safety of new riders is your responsibility. Assist new riders until they are comfortable with the basic operation of the Segway Drift. Make sure each new rider wears a helmet and other protective gear.
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Before each ride check for loose fasteners and damaged components. If the Segway Drift makes abnormal sounds or signals an alarm, stops riding immediately, and contacts after-sales service.
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Be alert! Scan both far ahead and in front of your Segway Drift — your eyes are your best tool for safely avoiding obstacles and low traction surfaces (including, but not limited to, wet ground, loose sand, loose gravel, and ice).
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To reduce the risk of injury, you must read and follow all “CAUTION””Tips”, and “WARNING”notices in this document. Do not ride at an unsafe speed. Under no circumstance should you ride on roads with motor vehicles. The manufacturer recommends riders be 6+ years old. Always follow these safety instructions:
- People who should not ride the Segway Drift include:
- Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Anyone who suffers from a disease that puts himself/herself at risk if he/she engages in strenuous physical activity.
- Anyone who has problems with balance or with motor skills that would interfere with their ability to maintain balance.
- Anyone whose weight is outside the stated limits (see Specifications).
- Pregnant women.
- Riders under the age of 16 years old should ride under adult supervision.
- Comply with local laws and regulations when riding this product. Do not ride where prohibited by local laws.
- To ride safely, you must be able to see what is in front of you and you must be visible to others.
- Do not ride in the snow, in the rain, or on roads that are wet, muddy, icy, or that are slippery for any reason. Do not ride over obstacles (including, but not limited to, sand, loose gravel, or sticks).
- Doing so could result in a loss of balance or traction and could cause a fall.
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Do not ride the Segway Drift in the rain. Riding in the rain may cause the Segway Drift to be immersed in water,
resulting in function damage and even a risk of fire and explosion due to a wet battery pack. Damage and losses
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Do not accelerate or decelerate suddenly. If the Segway Drift tilts back, you have reached the speed limit, slow
down. Do not overpower the speed limiter or you risk injury from loss of control, collisions, and falls. -
Do not attempt to charge your Segway Drift, if it, the charger, or the power outlet is wet.
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As with any electronic device, use a surge protector when charging to help protect your Segway Drift from damage due to power surges and voltage spikes. Only use the Segway-supplied charger. Do not use a charger from any other product.
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Use only Ninebot or Segway-approved parts and accessories. Do not modify your Segway Drift. Modifications to your Segway Drift could interfere with the operation of the Segway Drift, resulting in serious injury and/or damage, and could void the Limited Warranty.
Packing List
When unpacking your Segway Drift, please verify that the above items are included in the package. If you are missing any components, please contact your dealer/distributor or nearest service center (see Contact). Please retain the box and packaging materials in case you need to ship your Segway Drift in the future. Always power off your Segway Drift and unplug the charging cable before cleaning.
Diagram
Power ON/OFF
The Segway Drift must be on the ground when powered on or off. To avoid injury
do not touch the wheel with any part of your body.
Power on: Press the power button, the power level indicator lights will turn
on and the Segway Drift will beep twice.
Power off: Press the power button, the power level indicator lights will turn
off and the Segway Drift will beep once.
Power Level Indicator
There are 4 LED lights, and each light has two statuses: light on and blink.
The status indicates the power remaining as below.
Handle
While the Segway Drift is powered off, use the handle to lift and carry.
Glow light
After the Segway Drift is powered on, press and hold the power button for
about 3 seconds to switch on glow light mode. If successful, the Segway Drift
will beep onceAlways turn off the Segway Drift before you lift it off the
ground.
Charging
Do not connect the charger if the charge port or charge cable is wet. The
battery pack is only to be charged by adults.
- Open the rubber cap
- Insert the plug into the charge port
- Your Segway Drift is fully charged when the LED on the charger changes from red (charging) to green (trickle charge). Close the rubber cap when not charging.
- You can charge both mainframes at the same time.
Before Riding
There are safety risks when learning to ride the Segway Drift. You must read
this User Manual and follow the New Rider Tutorial by scanning the QR code on
the Welcome Card before your first ride. Whenever the Segway Drift is powered
on, it MUST stay on the ground. To avoid injury do not touch the wheel with
any part of your body.
Standby Mode: The Segway Drift will enter the Standby Mode when the Segway Drift is powered on and parked on the ground. Balance Mode: The Segway Drift will enter Balance Mode when it is gently touched on the tilted end. If the Segway Drift does not detect a rider within 1 minute after entering Balance Mode, the Segway Drift will enter Standby Mode automatically Do not press the edge of the Segway Drift while in Balance Mode if you are not riding it. Doing so could force the Segway Drift to move rapidly. It may lead to serious injuries for you or others.
Features
- There is no front or back of the Segway Drift. You can step on from either direction.
- When the Segway Drift is in Balance Mode, place one foot on the middle of the mainframe’s foot mat. Give gentle pressure on the front end of the foot mat, the Segway Drift will go forward; give gentle pressure on the rear end of the format, it will go backward.
- If the Segway Drift cannot enter Balance Mode and beeps an alarm, try restarting it. If the problem persists, please contact after-sales service
Learning to Ride
WARNING
Rider must weigh between 22–220 lbs (10–100 kg). Wear an approved helmet and
other protective gear to minimize any possible injury
Get Ready
Ask a friend to assist you on your first ride. Go to a large open area. Place
both mainframes’ shoulder width apart and put them into Balance Mode.
Vehicle Control Practice
Turn on one mainframe, put a single foot on the middle of the foot mat, then
swing back and forth to feel the control.
Switch to the other foot, then swing back and forth to feel the control.
Stepping On
With assistance from your friend, put one foot in the middle of the
mainframe’s foot mat. When comfortable, stand straight and look straight ahead
while stepping up with your other foot. Try to avoid rocking back and forth.
Ride
With your friend nearby, slowly lean forward and feel the Segway Drift move
forward. Slowly lean backward and feel it move backward. Turn your whole body
left or right gently to turn the Segway Drift.
Stepping Off
To step off, gently slow down to a controlled stop. Slowly shift your weight
to one foot and place your opposite foot on the ground.
Learning More
Scan the QR code on the Welcome Card to follow the New Rider Tutorial
before you ride and to learn more ways to play.
Warnings
You must read and understand the Warnings and Riding Safety instructions in
this manual before attempting to ride the Segway Drift. Failure to follow
these warnings could result in death or serious injury due to: loss of
balance, traction, and/or control; collisions; and falls
- Do not ride on public roads. motorways, highways, or streets.
- Do not traverse bumps or uneven terrain.
- Avoid slopes steeper than 10°.
- Do not ride through puddles or other bodies of water. Do not get the Segway Drift wet.
- Do not ride over holes or curbs. steps. or other obstacles.
- Do not carry any passengers. Do not carry a child. Do not ride when pregnant.
- Do not attempt stunts of any kind. Always keep both feet on the foot mats.
- Do not rock back and forth or shift your weight abruptly.
- Do not accelerate when the Segway Drift tilts back or sounds an alarm. Do not accelerate when the speed limiter is activated. Slow down.
- Do not ride on low traction surfaces (including. but not limited to, wet ground, loose sand, loose gravel. and ice). Avoid contacting obstacles with the tire/wheel.
- Watch your head when passing through doorways. Do not lift the Segway Drift when powering on or after powering on. The wheels will spin, causing a high risk of injury.
- Do not ride in high heels. Always ride with properly strapped closed-toe shoes.
- Do not press the edge of the Segway Drift while in Balance
- Mode if you are not riding it.
- Doing so could force the
- Segway Drift to move rapidly.
- It may lead to serious injuries for you or others.
Calibration and Alarms
Calibration
When in Balance Mode, if the Segway Drift moves forward or backward on its own
on flat ground, it needs to be calibrated. If the problem persists, please
contact after-sales service.
To Calibrate the Segway Drift:
- Place the Segway Drift upside down on flat ground and power it on. The wheel will spin. Be sure to keep your hands
- Once the wheel starts spinning. power off your Segway Drift. This will complete the calibration. away from the spinning wheel as this could cause injury.
- Once powered on, the Segway Drift must stay on the ground. To avoid injury do not touch the wheel with any part of your body.
- Alarms
Overheating
Riding for an extended period could increase the internal temperature of your
Segway Drift over 122°F (50° C). If this happens, the glow lights will flash
red, an alarm will sound and your Segway Drift will not be able to charge.
Simply step off the Segway Drift, power it off, and give it time to cool back
down to a normal operating temperature. To avoid injury, do not touch or ride
the Segway Drift while there is an alarm and the glow lights are flashing red.
Other Alarms
For any other alarms, try restarting your Segway Drift. If the problem
persists, please contact after-sales service.
Maintenance
Cleaning and Storing Your Segway Drift
Use a soft, wet cloth to wipe the mainframe clean. Hard-to-remove dirt can be
scrubbed with a toothbrush and toothpaste, then cleaned with a soft, wet
cloth.
NOTE
The IP Rating of the mainframe is IP54, IP Rating of the battery pack is IPX6.
Do not wash your Segway Drift with alcohol. gasoline, acetone, or other
corrosive/volatile solvents. These substances may damage the appearance and
internal structure of your Segway Drift. Do not wash your Segway Drift with a
power washer or high-pressure hose.
WARNING
Make sure the Segway Drift is powered OFF, the charging cable is unplugged,
and the rubber cap on the charge port is tightly sealed before cleaning:
otherwise you may expose yourself to electric shock or damage the electronic
components. Store your Segway Drift in a cool, dry place. Do not store it
outdoors for extended periods. Exposure to sunlight and temperature extremes
(both hot and cold) will accelerate the aging process of the plastic
components and may reduce battery life.
Battery Pack Maintenance
Do not store or charge the battery at temperatures outside the stated limits
(see Specifications). Do not expose the battery to fire. Do not discard or
destroy the battery. Refer to your local laws and regulations regarding
battery recycling and/or disposal. A well-maintained battery can perform well
even after many miles of riding. Charge the battery after each ride and avoid
draining the battery completely. When used at room temperature (70°F [22°C])
the battery range and performance is at| It’s best: whereas using it at
temperatures below 32°F (0°C) can decrease range and performance. Typically,
at 14°F | (-10°C) range can be half that of the same battery at 70°F (22°C).
Battery range will recover when temperature rises.
NOTE
Typically, a fully charged battery should retain charge for 120-180 days.
Remember to charge the battery after each use. Completely draining the battery
may cause permanent damage to the battery. Electronics inside the battery
record the charge-discharge condition of the battery: damage caused by over-
discharge or under-discharge will not be covered by the Limited Warranty.
WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery. Risk of fire. No user-serviceable
parts.
WARNING
Do not ride when the ambient temperature is outside the machine operation
temperature(see Specifications) because low/high temperatures will limit the
maximum power/torque. Doing so could cause personal injury or property damage
Specifications
OTypical Riding Time: tested while riding under full power, 165 lbs (75 kg)
load, 77°F (25°C), 5 mph (8 km/h) average speed on flat hard ground.
[2] Max. Slope: tested while riding with thaayload of 165 lbs (75 kg) and
speed less than 3 mph (5km/h).
Certifications
This product has been tested and passed ANSI/CAN/UL-2272. The battery complies
with UN/DOT 38.3
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement for USA
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement for Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard (s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Neither Segway Inc. nor Ninebot is responsible for any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Segway Inc. or Ninebot. Such
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Important WEEE information
WEEE Disposal and Recycling Information Correct Disposal of this product. This
marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other
household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycling is
responsible for promoting the sustainable reuse of materials resources. To
return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or
contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this
product for environmentally safe recycling.
Battery recycling information for the European Union
Batteries or packaging for batteries are labeled by European Directive
2006/66/EC and amendment 2013/56/EU concerning batteries and accumulators and
waste batteries and accumulators. The Directive determines the framework for
the return and recycling of used batteries and accumulators as applicable
throughout the European Union. This label is applied to various batteries to
indicate that the battery is not to be thrown away but rather reclaimed upon
end of life per this Directive.
By the European Directive 2006/66/EC and amendment 2013/56/EU, batteries and accumulators are labeled to indicate that they are to be collected separately and recycled at the end of life. The label on the battery may also include a chemical symbol for the metal concerned in the battery (Pb for lead, Hg for mercury, and Cd for cadmium). Users of batteries and accumulators must not dispose of batteries and accumulators as unsorted municipal waste, but use the collection framework available to customers for the return, recycling, and treatment of batteries and accumulators.
Customer participation is important to minimize any potential effects of batteries and accumulators on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances. Before placing electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) in the waste collection stream or waste collection facilities, the end user of equipment containing batteries and/or accumulators must remove those batteries and accumulators for separate collection.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive
This Ninebot (Changzhou) Tech Co., Ltd. product, with included parts (cables,
cords, and so on) meets the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU on the
restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment (“RoHS recast” or “RoHS 2”).
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive & Low-Voltage Directive
EU Contact Address for regulatory topics only: Hogehilweg 8, 1101CC Amsterdam.
The Netherlands. Hereby, Ninebot (Changzhou) Tech Co., Ltd, declares that the
equipment listed in this section complies with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directives 2014/30/EU & 2014/35/EU.| 13 Trademark
and Legal Statement Segway and the Rider Design are trademarks of Segway Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries: Segway Drift is a trademark of
Segway Inc.Ninebot is a trademark of Ninebot (Tianjin) Tech Co. Ltd.
registered in the U.S. and other countries. The respective owners reserve the
rights of their trademarks referred to in this manual. The Segway Drift is
covered by relevant patents.
For patent information go to http://www.segway.com. We have attempted to include descriptions and instructions for all the functions of the Segway Drift at the time of printing. However, your Segway Drift may differ slightly from the one shown in this document. Please note that there are multiple Segway models with different functions, and some of the functions mentioned herein may not apply to your unit. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the design and functionality of the Segway Drift product and documentation without prior notice. @ 2018 Ninebot (Beijing) Tech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved.
Contact
Contact us if you experience issues relating to riding, maintenance, and
safety, or errors/faults with your Segway Drift.
Americas
Segway Inc.
14 Technology Drive, Bedford, NH 03110, USA
Tel: 1-603-222-6000
Fax: 1-603-222-6001
Toll Free: 1-866-473-4929
E-mail Sales:
customeroperation@segway.com
E-mail Service:
technicalsupport@segway.com