Pride Mobility Colt User manual

COLT

Copyright©2007
PrideMobilityProductsCorp.
INFMANU3627/Rev B/October 2007
SAFETY GUIDELINES
NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information avail-
able at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any
changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this
manual and the product you have purchased. The latest/current version of this manual is available on
our website.
Pride Dealer:_______________________________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________________________
PhoneNumber:__________________________
Purchase Date:__________________________ Serial Number:______________________________
WARNING! An authorised Pride Dealer or qualified technician must perform the initial
setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.
Thesymbolsbelowareusedthroughoutthisowner'smanualandonthescootertoidentifywarningsandimportant
information.It isveryimportantfor youtoread themandunderstandthem completely.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow
designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component damage or malfunction.
On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a
black border.
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform
mandatory actions can cause personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product,
this icon is represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with a white border.
PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any
time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury
and/or equipment damage. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol with
a red circle and a red slash.
Pleasefilloutthefollowinginformationforquickreference:
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CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 5
III. YOUR SCOOTER...................................................................................................................... 19
IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 24
V. OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 30
VI. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 32
VII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 34
VIII.BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 36
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 38
X. WARRANTY................................................................................................................................41
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 42

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEto PrideMobilityProductsCorporation(Pride).Theproduct youhavepurchased combinesstate-of
the-artcomponentswithsafety,comfortandstylinginmind.Weareconfidentthedesignfeatureswillprovideyou
withtheconveniences you expectduringyourdailyactivities. Understanding howto safelyoperateandcarefor
thisproductshould bring youyearsoftroublefree operations andservice.
Readandfollowallinstructions,warningsandnotesin thismanualandall otheraccompanyingliterature before
attemptingtooperate this product for thefirsttime. In addition, your safetydepends upon you, as well asyour
dealer,carerorhealthcareprofessionalinusinggood judgement.
Ifthereis anyinformationinthismanual which youdonotunderstand, or ifyourequireadditional assistance for
setuporoperation, please contact your authorised PrideDealer.Failuretofollowtheinstructions, warnings
andnotesinthismanualandthoselocatedonyourPrideproductcanresultinpersonalinjuryorproduct
damageandwillvoidPride’sproductwarranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byacceptingdeliveryofthisproduct,youpromisethatyouwillnotchange,alterormodifythisproductorremove
orrender inoperableorunsafeany guards,shieldsorother safetyfeaturesofthis product;fail,refuseorneglectto
installanyretrofit kits from time totimeprovidedbyPridetoenhance or preserve thesafeuseofthisproduct.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Beforeusingyourscooter,makesureyourdeliveryiscompleteassome components may be individually pack-
aged.If you donotreceivea completedelivery, pleasecontactyourauthorisedPride Dealerimmediately.Where
damagehasoccurredduring transport, either to the packaging or content,pleasecontact the delivery company
responsible.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
Wewant to hear yourquestions,commentsandsuggestionsabout this manual.Wewould also liketohearabout
the safety and reliability of your new scooter, and about the service you received from your authorised Pride
Dealer. Please notify us ofanychange of address, so we can keep youapprisedofimportant information about
safety,newproducts andnewoptionsthat canincreaseyourability to useandenjoyyour scooter.Pleasefeelfree
tocontact us at the addressbelow:
PrideMobility Products Ltd.
32 Wedgwood Road
Bicester,Oxon OX26 4UL
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact
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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbolsbelowareusedonthe scooter to identify warnings, mandatory actions and prohibited actions. It is
veryimportantfor youtoreadand understand themcompletely.
Pinch/Crush points created during assembly.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to
reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
EMI-RFI- This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it.
Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it.
Explosive conditions exist!
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Do not remove anti-tip wheels.
Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop or other radio transmitter while
operating.
II. SAFETY
Maximum seating weight.
Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode
to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Locked and in drive mode.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Wear safety goggles.
Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive
conditions.
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Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt or standing water whenever possible. Maintain
and store in a clean and dry condition.
Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly
install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug
access.
Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.
Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the scooter while the batteries are
charging.
Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix old and
new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.
Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware that loose fitting
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Battery charger for indoor use only.
Disposal and recycling - Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for information on
proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.
Contains Lead.

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GENERAL
MANDATORY! Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading
and understanding this owner’s manual.
Your scooter is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an
extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the scooter user. Please be aware that the final
selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of scooter to be used is the responsibility of the scooter
userwhois capable of making suchadecisionandhis/herhealthcare professional (i.e., medicaldoctor,physical
therapist, etc.).
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the
scootertotheuser and has assisted the prescribing healthcareprofessionaland/ortheauthorisedPrideDealerin
theinstructionprocessforthe use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the scooter user will need to practice
operatingthe scooterinthe presenceofa trainedattendant.Atrainedattendantcan bedefinedas afamilymember
orcareprofessionalspecially trainedinassistingascooteruserin variousdailylivingactivities.
Asyoubegin usingyourscooterduring daily activities,youwillprobably encountersituationsinwhichyou will
needsomepractice.Simplytakeyourtimeand you will soon be in full and confident control as you manoeuvre
throughdoorways,onandoff lifts, up and down ramps andovermoderateterrain.
Belowaresome precautions, tipsandothersafety considerations thatwillhelpyoubecome accustomed tooper-
atingthe scootersafely.
MODIFICATIONS
Pridehas designed and engineered your scooter to provide maximummobility and utility.However,under no
circumstancesshouldyou modify,add,removeordisable any feature,partorfunctionof your scooter.
WARNING! Do not modify your scooter in any way not authorised by Pride. Do not use
accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride products.
REMOVABLE PARTS
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your scooter by any of its removable parts,
including the armrests, seat or shroud.
PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK
Gettoknowthefeelofyourscooteranditscapabilities.Priderecommendsthatyouperformasafetycheckbefore
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Performthefollowinginspectionspriorto using yourscooter:
!Checkfor propertyreinflation(ifequippedwithpneumatic tyres).
!Checkallelectricalconnections.Makesure they are tight and not corroded.
!Checkallharnessconnections.Makesuretheyaresecuredproperly.
!Check the brakes.
!Checkbatterycharge.
Ifyoudiscovera problem, contact your authorised PrideDealerforassistance.
TYRE INFLATION
If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tyres, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least
onceaweek.Properinflationpressureswillprolongthelifeofyourtyresandhelpensurethesmoothoperation
of your scooter.
WARNING! It is critically important that 2-2.4 bar (30-35 psi) tyre pressure be maintained
in pneumatic tyres at all times. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tyres. Low
pressure may result in loss of control, and overinflated tyres may burst. Failure to
maintain 2-2.4 bar (30-35 psi) tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result in
tyre and/or wheel failure.
WARNING! Inflate your scooter tyres from a regulated air source with an available pressure
gauge. Inflating your tyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting
in a burst tyre.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Yourscooteris ratedfora maximumweightcapacity.Refer tothespecifications tableforinformation.
MANDATORY! Stay within the specified weight capacity for your scooter. Exceeding the
weight capacity voids your warranty. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or
property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your scooter. Carrying passengers on your scooter
may affect the centre of gravity, resulting in a tip or a fall.
INCLINE INFORMATION
Moreand more buildings have rampswith specified degrees of inclination, designed for easy andsafe access.
Somerampsmay have turning switchbacks(180-degreeturns)thatrequireyou to have goodcorneringskillson
yourscooter.
!Proceedwithextremecautionasyouapproachthedowngrade of a ramp or other incline.
!Takewide swings with your scooteraround any tight corners. Ifyou do that, the scooter’srear wheelswill
followawidearc,not cut the corner short and not bump intoorgethunguponanyrailingcorners.
!Whendrivingdownaramp,keepthescooter’sspeedadjustmentsettotheslowestspeedsettingtoensurea
safelycontrolleddescent.
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II. SAFETY
When climbing an incline, try to keep your scooter moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly, and then
acceleratecautiously.Whendriving down an incline, do so by setting the speed adjustment dial tothe slowest
settinganddrivingintheforwarddirectiononly. If your scooter starts to move down the incline faster than you
anticipatedordesired, allow it to come toacomplete stop by releasing the throttlecontrollever.Thenpush the
throttlecontrol leverforwardslightlytoensureasafely controlleddescent.
WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the scooter in freewheel
mode, especially when seated on it or standing next to it.
WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the
incline. Drive your scooter straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a
tip or a fall. Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.
WARNING! Do not drive your scooter across the side of an incline or diagonally up or down
an incline; do not stop, if possible, while driving up or down an incline.
WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas
covered with snow, ice, cut grass or wet leaves).
WARNING! Even though your scooter is capable of climbing slopes greater than those
illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or
any other specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your
scooter.
Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all countries, and therefore do not
necessarilyshare thesamestandard percentofslope.Otherinclinesmaybe naturalor,ifman-made,not designed
specificallyforscooters.Figure 1 illustrates your scooter’sstability and its ability toclimbgradesundervarious
weightloadsandundercontrolledtestingconditions.
Thesetestswereconducted with the scooter’sseatin the highest position andadjustedrearwardontheseat base
toitsfarthest rearward position.Usethisinformationas a guideline.Yourscooter’s abilitytotravelupinclines is
affectedby your weight, your scooter’sspeed,yourangleofapproachto the incline and your scooter setup.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than what is shown in figure
1 may put your scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip.
WARNING! Never carry an oxygen tank weighing more than 15 lbs (6.8 kg). Never fill the
front or rear basket with contents exceeding 6.8 kg (15 lbs.).
Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Incline Angle
158.75 kg/25 stone
(350 lbs.)
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Figure 2A. Increased Stability Driving PositionFigure 2. Normal Driving Position
Whenyou approachanincline,itisbestto leanforward.Seefigures2and2A.Thisshiftsthe centreofgravity of
youandyourscootertoward the front of the scooter for improvedstability.
NOTE: When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while moving forward, the
powered scooter may "roll back" approximately 30.48 cm (1 foot) before the brake engages. If the
throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse, the powered scooter may "roll back" approxi-
mately 1 metre (3 feet) before the brake engages.
CORNERING INFORMATION
Excessivelyhigh cornering speeds can create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility of
tippinginclude, butarenot limitedto,corneringspeed,steeringangle(howsharplyyouareturning),unevenroad
surfaces,inclinedroadsurfaces,ridingfromanareaoflowtractiontoanareaofhightraction(suchaspassingfrom
a grassy area to a paved area – especially at high speed while turning) and abrupt directional changes. High
cornering speeds are not recommended. If you feel that you may tip over in a corner, reduce your speed and
steeringangle(i.e., lessen thesharpnessoftheturn) topreventyourscooterfrom tipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable centre of
gravity. When using your scooter at higher speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly
reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. Always exercise common sense when cornering.
BRAKING INFORMATION
Yourscooterisequippedwiththese powerful brakesystems:
!Regenerative:Uses electricitytorapidlyslow thevehiclewhenthe throttlecontrolleverreturnstothecentre/
stopposition.
!DiscParkBrake:Activatesmechanicallyafterregenerativebrakingslowsthevehicletonearstop,orwhen
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OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES
Yourscooterisdesignedtoprovideoptimumstabilityunder normaldrivingconditions—dry,levelsurfacescom-
posedofconcrete,blacktoportarmac.However,Priderecognisesthattherewill betimeswhenyouwillencounter
other surface types. For this reason, your scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil, grass and
gravel.Feelfreetouseyourscooter safely on lawns and in park areas.
!Reduceyourscooter’s speed whendrivingonuneventerrainand/or soft surfaces.
!Avoidtallgrassthatcanbecometangledin therunninggear.
!Avoidloosely packed gravel and sand.
!Ifyou feelunsureabouta drivingsurface,avoidthat surface.
PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS
WARNING! Exercise extreme caution when operating the scooter on footpaths, pavements,
bridleways, pedestrian areas and roads. Obey the Code of Practice for Class 3 vehicle
users.
NOTE: A copy of the Department of Transportation, Code of Practice for Class 3 vehicle users, may be
obtained by contacting your authorised Pride Dealer.
STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, KERBS, ETC.)
WARNING! Do not drive near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges and/or drop-offs (kerbs,
porches, stairs, etc.).
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter climb or descend an obstacle that is
inordinately high.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter proceed rearward down any step, kerb or
other obstacle. This may cause the scooter to tip.
WARNING! Be sure your scooter is traveling perpendicular to any kerb you may be required
to ascend or descend. See figures 3 and 3A.
WARNING! Do not attempt to negotiate a kerb that has a height greater than 5 cm (2 in.).
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INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
Exposure of your scooter to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If suddenly
caughtupin rain, snow,severecold or heat whileoperatingyourscooter,proceedtoshelterat the earliestoppor-
tunity.Thoroughlydryyour scooterbeforestoring,chargingoroperating yourscooter.
PROHIBITED! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions and on icy/slippery surfaces
can cause damage to the scooter and electrical system. Maintain and store your scooter
in a dry and clean condition.
WARNING! Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of
upholstered and non-upholstered items on the scooter, possibly resulting in skin irritation.
Exercise caution when using your scooter in extremely hot or cold conditions or when
exposing your scooter to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
FREEWHEEL MODE
Yourscooter isequippedwitha manualfreewheelleverthat,whenengaged,allowsthe scootertobepushed.For
moreinformationabouthowtoplaceyourscooter into and out of freewheel mode, see III. “Your Scooter.”
WARNING! When your scooter is in freewheel mode, the braking system is disengaged.
!Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface.
!Ensure the key is removed from the key switch.
!Stand to the side of the scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode. Never sit on
a scooter to do this.
!After you have finished pushing your scooter, always return it to the drive mode to lock
the brakes.
Anaddedfeaturebuiltintothescooter is“push-too-fast”protectionwhichsafeguardsthe scooteragainstgaining
excessivespeed whileinfreewheel mode.
“Push-too-fast”operatesdifferentlydependingonwhichof twoconditionsexists:
!Ifthekeyisswitched“off”while in freewheel mode, the scooter’scontrolleractivatesregenerativebraking
whenthescooterispushedfasterthan amaximumthresholdwhichhas beenpreprogrammed.Inthiscase,the
controllerisactingas a speed governor.
!Ifthe keyisswitched“on”whileinfreewheel mode,youwill encounterconsiderableresistanceatanyspeed.
Thispreventsthescooterfromgainingunwantedmomentumshouldthemanualfreewheelleverinadvertently
bereleased while drivingthescooter.
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
Scootersarenotdesignedto travel up or down stairs or escalators.Alwaysusealift.
WARNING! Do not use your scooter to negotiate steps or escalators.
DOORS
!Determineifthedooropenstowardor away from you.
!Useyourhand to turn the knob orpushthe handle or push-bar.
!Driveyour scooter gentlyandslowlyforward topushthedoor open.Ordriveyour scootergentlyandslowly
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LIFTS
Modernliftshaveadooredge safety mechanism that, when pushed, reopens the door(s).
!Ifyouareinthedoorwayofaliftwhenthedoor(s)begin to close, push on the rubber door edge or allow the
rubberdoor edge to contact the scooter and the door will reopen.
!Usecarethat handbags, packages or scooter accessoriesdo not become caught in lift doors.
NOTE: If your scooter’s turning radius is greater than 152.4 cm (60 in.), it may be difficult to manoeuvre
in lifts and building entrances. Use caution when attempting to turn or manoeuvre your scooter in small
spaces, and avoid areas that might pose a problem.
LIFT/ELEVATION PRODUCTS
Ifyouwillbetravelingwithyourscooter,youmayfinditnecessarytousealift/elevationproducttoaidintranspor-
tation.Priderecommendsthatyoucloselyreviewtheinstructions,specificationsandsafetyinformationsetforthby
themanufacturerofthelift/elevationproductbeforeusingthatproduct.
WARNING! Never sit on your scooter when it is being used in connection with
any type of lift/elevation product. Your scooter was not designed with such use
in mind and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the responsibility
of Pride.
BATTERIES
Inadditiontofollowingthewarnings below,besuretocomplywithallother batteryhandlinginformation.
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash
hands after handling.
WARNING! Scooter batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable
to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and
avoid lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen
battery. Charging a frozen battery may result in damage to the battery.
WARNING! Connect the battery harnesses in the proper manner. RED (+) cables
must be connected to positive (+) battery terminals/posts. BLACK (-) cables must
be connected to negative (-) battery terminals/posts. Protective caps should be
installed over all battery terminals. REPLACE cables immediately if damaged.
BATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING
Ifyouencountera damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bagandcall your authorised
PrideDealerforinstructionsondisposal.YourauthorisedPrideDealerwillalsohavethenecessaryinformationon
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PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT
WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period
of time, turn off the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent throttle
control lever contact.
MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT
Priderecommendsthatyou do not remain seated in yourscooterwhiletravelinginamotorvehicle. The scooter
shouldbe stowed inthebootof acarorin thebackofa truckorvanwith batteriesremovedandproperlysecured.
WARNING! Although your scooter may be equipped with a positioning belt, this belt is not
designed to provide proper restraint during motor vehicle transport. Anyone traveling in a
motor vehicle should be properly secured in the motor vehicle seat with safety belts fastened
securely.
WARNING! Do not sit on your scooter while it is in a moving vehicle.
WARNING! Always be sure your scooter and its batteries are properly secured when it is
being transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps
should be installed on the battery terminals. Batteries should not be transported with any
flammable or combustible items.
GETTING ONTO AND OFF OFYOUR SCOOTER
Getting ontoandoff of your scooter requires agoodsense of balance. Please observe thefollowingsafety tips
whengetting ontoandoffof your scooter:
!Removethekey from thekeyswitch.
!Ensurethatyourscooterisnotinfreewheelmode.SeeIII. “YourScooter.”
!Makecertainthattheseatislockedintoplaceandthekeyis removed from the key switch.
!Pivotthearmrestsuptomakegettingontoandoffof the scooter easier.
WARNING! Position yourself as far back as possible in the scooter seat to prevent the
scooter from tipping.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the scooter armrests and do not use the
armrests for weight bearing purposes, such as transfers. Such use may cause the scooter
to tip, resulting in a fall from the scooter and personal injury.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the floorboard. Such use may cause the
scooter to tip.
REACHING AND BENDING
Avoid reachingor bending while driving your scooter. Bending forwardcreates the risk of accidental throttle
controllevercontact.Bendingtothesidewhileseatedcreatestheriskoftipping.Itisimportanttomaintainastable
centreof gravity and keepthe scooter from tipping.Pride recommends that thescooter user determine his/her
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WARNING! Do not bend, lean or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the
scooter deck or from either side of the scooter. Movements such as these may change
your centre of gravity and the weight distribution of the scooter and cause your scooter
to tip.
PROHIBITED! Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware that loose
fitting clothing can become caught in drive tyres.
POSITIONING BELTS
YourauthorisedPrideDealer, therapist(s)andotherhealthcareprofessionalsareresponsiblefor determiningyour
requirementfora positioning belt inordertooperateyour scooter safely.
WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your scooter, make sure it is
fastened securely.
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS/PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS
Thescooterusermustexercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatinghis/herscooter.Thisincludesawarenessof
safetyissueswhentakingprescribedorover-the-counterdrugsorwhentheuserhasspecificphysicallimitations.
WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter
medication or if you have certain physical limitations. Some medications and limitations
may impair your ability to operate your scooter in a safe manner.
ALCOHOL/SMOKING
Thescooteruser must exercisecareandcommon sense whenoperatinghis/herscooter.This includesawareness
ofsafetyissueswhileundertheinfluenceofalcoholorwhilesmoking.
WARNING! Do not operate your scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol, as
this may impair your ability to drive safely.
WARNING! Pride strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated in
your scooter, although the scooter has passed the necessary testing requirements for
cigarette smoking. You must adhere to the following safety guidelines if you decide to
smoke cigarettes while seated in your scooter.
!Do not leave lit cigarettes unattended.
!Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC AND RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (EMI/RFI)
WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency waves
can have an adverse affect on the performance of electrically-powered mobility vehicles.
ElectromagneticandRadio FrequencyInterferencecancome from sourcessuchascellular phones, mobiletwo-
way radios (such as walkie-talkies), radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, wireless
computerlinks,microwavesignals,pagingtransmittersandmedium-rangemobiletransceiversusedbyemergency
vehicles.In some cases, these wavescan cause unintended movement or damage to the controlsystem. Every
electrically-poweredmobility vehiclehasan immunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,the
greatertheprotection against EMI.Thisproducthasbeentested and haspassedatanimmunity level of 20V/M.
WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios, laptops and other types of radio
transmitters may cause unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility vehicle
due to EMI. Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your mobility
vehicle and avoid coming into close proximity of radio and TV stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to the electrically-powered mobility
vehicle can increase the susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your scooter in
any way not authorised by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself can disturb the performance
of other electrical devices located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, visit the Resource Center on www.pridemobility.com. If
unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn your scooter off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact
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III. YOUR SCOOTER
TILLER CONSOLE
Thetillerconsolehousesallofthecontrolsneededtodriveyourscooter,includingthespeedadjustmentdial,keyswitch,
batteryconditionmeter,statusLED,hornbuttons,lightsswitchandthethrottlecontrollever.Seefigure4.
WARNING! Do not expose the tiller console to moisture. In the event that the tiller console
does become exposed to moisture, do not attempt to operate your scooter until the tiller
console has dried thoroughly.
Figure 4.Tiller Console Components
SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL
HORN BUTTON
BATTERY CONDITION METER
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
STATUS LED
Speed Adjustment Dial
Thisdialallowsyou to preselect and limityourscooter’s top speed.
!Theimageofthe tortoise represents theslowestspeedsetting.
!Theimageofthe hare represents the fastest speedsetting.
Key Switch
!Insertthekeyintothekeyswitchandturnitclockwisetopower up (turn on) your scooter.
!Turn the key anticlockwise to powerdown(turnoff)your scooter.
WARNING! If the key is turned to the “off” position while your scooter is in motion, the
electronic brakes will engage and your scooter will come to an abrupt stop!
Battery Condition Meter
Whenthekeyisfullyinsertedandturnedclockwisetopowerupyourscooter,thismeterindicatestheapproximate
batteryvoltagestrength.Forfurtherinformationonbatterycharging,seeIV.“BatteriesandCharging.”
Status LED
Thestatus LED alertsyoutoelectrical problemsthatmayoccur withthescooter.TheLED remains constantlylit
whileyourscooterison.Ifyourscooterdevelopsanelectricalproblem, thestatusLEDwillflash acode.SeeVIII.
“BasicTroubleshooting”forflashcodes.
LIGHTS SWITCH
KEY SWITCH
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
HORN BUTTON

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Horn Buttons
Thesebuttonsactivatea warning horn.Yourscooter must be powered up for the horntobe operational. Do not
hesitatetouse thewarninghornwhen doing somaypreventaccident orinjury.
Lights Switch
Thisswitchcontrolsyourscooter’slightingsystem.
!Toggletheswitchforwardtoturn onthefront lowerlight.
!Toggletheswitchrearwardtoturn offthefrontlowerlight.
WARNING! Scooter users are required to use their lights when visibility is restricted—day
or night.
Throttle Control Lever
Thisleverallowsyou tocontroltheforwardspeed andthereversespeedofyourscooteruptothemaximumspeed
youpresetwith the speedadjustmentdial.
To MoveForward, useeitherofthe following:
!Useyourleftthumbtopushtheleftsideofthethrottlecontrollever.
!Useyour righthandfingerstopullbackontherightsideofthethrottlecontrollever.
To Move Rearward, use eitherof the following:
!Useyour right thumbtopushthe rightsideofthe throttlecontrollever.
!Useyourlefthand fingerstopullbackontheleftsideofthethrottlecontrollever.
Releasethethrottlecontrolleverandallow yourscootertocometo acompletestopbeforeengagingtheotherside
ofthelever.When thethrottlecontrol lever is completely released, it automaticallyreturnsto the centre “stop”
positionandengagesyourscooter’sbrakes.