4. Pre-Journey Checks

Before starting your journey make sure you have adjusted your riding position so that you are comfortable and secure within the Pedal 4. Make sure you familiarise yourself with the Pedal 4's controls and that you have understood the list of basic safety instructions and foreseeable misuse.

It is recommended that you practice using the Pedal 4 before embarking on your journey.

• Secure all components and hardware
  Loose items may move when riding, posing risks to both the operator and the public.

• Electric shocks or fires
  Damaged, wet or poorly maintained batteries can cause electric shocks or fires if not properly handled.

• Keep cabin area clear
  Ensure that pedals, handlebars and other controls remain unobstructed for safe vehicle operation.

Injures relating to poor posture - Back, neck and arm injuries due to poor posture can occur as a a result of vibrations and repetitive strain in regions of the body stated.

• Adjusting ride height is required for both injury prevention and safety when observing your surroundings through side mirrors.
• If you are still unsure about how adjust any of the components discussed then please contact your employer or Minimal for further information.

Blind Spots & Hazardous Zones. - Blind spots for those riding the Minimal Pedal 4 may be increased if side mirrors are not properly adjusted per rider. This can lead to potential accidents involving road users.

• Ensure that side mirrors stay in the adjusted location throughout your journey.
• Pay extra attention to vehicle blind spots - taking extra care around pedestrian zones.
• If you are unsure with adjusting mirrors please contact your employer or Minimal for further information.

Loss of vehicle control - Controls of vehicle may be hindered in situations where adjustments were not correctly re-secured. Loss of control may lead to accidents and can cause serious damage to property or serious injury.

• Be sure to securely fasten components the way they were found and test brakes to confirm that they are functional.
• If you are unsure with adjusting systems please contact your employer or speak to a Minimal technical representative.

Under-Inflated Tyres can reduce tyre life and compromise vehicle handling and safety. If tyres are underinflated damage to rims can occur when traversing bumps in the roadway and/or a tyre may peel off its rim under hard cornering.

• Be sure to check tyre pressure daily and conduct a visual inspection of the tyre wall and treads to make sure there are no punctures
• Notify your employer of damages post inspection.

Tyre Bulging & Punctures - Bulging tyres & or punctures are dangerous.

• If you spot a bulge or puncture in your tyre refrain from operating the vehicle, move away from the tyre and contact your employer.

• Minimum brake pad thickness is 1mm - If pads are worn beyond this point please contact your employer or Minimal.
• Minimum brake disc thickness is 2.5mm - If discs are worn beyond this point please contact your employer or Minimal.

Loss of Vehicle Control - Control of the vehicle may be hindered in situations where brakes are not correctly secured. Loss of control may lead to accidents and can cause serious damage to property or serious injury.

• Verify the brakes are functioning before each journey.
• If you are unsure about how to adjust systems please contact your employer or Minimal for further information.

• Minimum brake pad thickness is 1mm - If pads are worn beyond this point please contact your employer or Minimal.
• Minimum brake disc thickness is 2.5mm - If discs are worn beyond this point please contact your employer or Minimal.

Loss of Vehicle Control - Control of the vehicle may be hindered in situations where brakes are not correctly secured. Loss of control may lead to accidents and can cause serious damage to property or serious injury.

• Verify the brakes are functioning before each journey.
• If you are unsure about how to adjust systems please contact your employer or Minimal for further information.

Electrical Shocks - If lights flicker, appear damaged, or fail to work, do not touch them — faulty equipment may cause electric shock and serious injury.

• Never handle faulty electrical equipment.
• If lights appear to not be functioning, turn off the vehicle and contact your employer to organise a replacement.

If the door is not locked properly, the vehicle will emit a warning sound when the vehicle begins moving.

Door Strikes to Self or Public - Unsecured doors can cause injury to you or others. Always ensure cargo doors are locked and stowed before operating the Minimal Pedal 4.

• Make sure doors are properly secured before moving off.
• If you are unsure with handling loads and securing loads please contact Minimal for further guidance.

Tipping Hazard - Improperly placed loads can cause tipping of the vehicle, or may incur damage. Position heavy items centrally in the lower cargo shelf and balance partial loads evenly across axles. Never exceed the vehicle maximum weight limit.

• Store light items on the top shelf and heavy items beneath the shelf to keep the vehicle stable.
• Always latch side and rear doors to prevent cargo from escaping.

Please refer to the service guide. for more information regarding replacement procedures, part numbers, lubrication and maintenance schedules.

Electrical Shocks - To avoid electrical faults or mild shocks, always remove the batteries before cleaning or adjusting vehicle controls.

• Always remove batteries from the vehicle before performing general maintenance.

Please refer to the service guide regarding torques and tools required to service other components.

Damage to Mounting Points, Threads & Securing Bolts - Over-torquing bolts can put excessive stress on the bolts, threads, and mounting surfaces. This can gradually damage the components over time or cause the bolt to fail immediately if too much force is applied during installation.