Pride Mobility Path rider User manual

PATHRIDER

Copyright©2008
PrideMobilityProductsCorp.
INFMANU3628/RevC/April2008
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.
Thisproductismanufacturedby:
PrideMobility Products Corporation
182SusquehannaAvenue
Exeter, PA18643-2694
USA
Pride Provider:_____________________________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________________________
PhoneNumber:__________________________
Purchase Date:__________________________ Serial Number:______________________________
WARNING! An authorised Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial
setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.
Thesymbolsbelowareusedthroughoutthisowner'smanual andonthescootertoidentifywarningsandimportant
information.It isveryimportant foryoutoreadthemandunderstand themcompletely.
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:
088 609 661

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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 I - SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................. 42

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
Welcome toPrideMobility Products Corporation (Pride). The product youhavepurchased combines state-of
the-artcomponentswith safety,comfort,andstylinginmind.Weareconfidentthedesignfeatureswillprovideyou
withtheconveniences you expectduringyourdailyactivities. Understanding howto safelyoperateandcare for
thisproductshould bring youyearsoftroublefree operation andservice.
Readandfollowallinstructions,warnings,and notesinthis manualandallotheraccompanying literaturebefore
attemptingtooperate this product for thefirsttime.Inaddition, your safety depends uponyou,aswellas your
provider,carer,or healthcareprofessionalinusing goodjudgement.
Ifthere is anyinformationinthis manual whichyoudonot understand, orifyourequire additional assistancefor
setupor operation, pleasecontactyourauthorised PrideProvider.Failuretofollowtheinstructions,warnings,
andnotesinthismanualandthoselocatedonyourPrideproductcanresultinpersonalinjuryorproduct
damageandwillvoidPride’sproductwarranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byacceptingdeliveryofthisproduct,youpromisethatyouwillnotchange,alter,ormodifythisproductorremove
orrenderinoperableorunsafeanyguards,shields,orothersafetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,orneglectto
installanyretrofit kits from time totimeprovidedbyPrideto enhance or preserve thesafeuseofthisproduct.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Beforeusingyour scooter,makesureyourdeliveryiscomplete as some components may beindividuallypack-
aged.Ifyoudonotreceiveacompletedelivery,pleasecontactyourauthorisedPrideProviderimmediately.Where
damagehasoccurredduring transport, either to the packaging or content,pleasecontactthedeliverycompany
responsible.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
We want tohearyourquestions, comments, andsuggestionsaboutthis manual.We would alsoliketohear about
the safety and reliability of your new scooter, and about the service you received from your authorised Pride
Provider. Please notifyusofanychange of address,sowecan keep youapprisedofimportant information about
safety,newproducts,andnewoptionsthat canincreaseyour abilitytouse andenjoyyour scooter.Pleasefeelfree
tocontact us at the addressbelow:
PrideMobility ProductsAustraliaPty.Ltd.
21HealeyRoad
Dandenong,3175
Victoria,Australia
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact
us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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II. SAFETY
PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbolsbelow are used onthescootertoidentifywarnings, mandatory actions, andprohibitedactions.Itis
veryimportant for youtoreadand understand themcompletely.
Pinch/Crush points created during assembly.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.
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!
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.

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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.
Do not place the scooter in freewheel mode on a decline or incline.

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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
clothing can become caught in drive tyres.

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Battery charger for indoor use only.
Disposal and recycling - Contact your authorised Pride Provider for information on
proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.
Contains Lead.

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II. SAFETY
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
user,whoiscapableofmakingsuchadecision,andhis/herhealthcareprofessional(i.e.,medicaldoctor,physi-
caltherapist, etc.).
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the
scooterto theuserand hasassistedthe prescribinghealthcareprofessional and/ortheauthorised PrideProviderin
theinstructionprocessforthe use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the scooter user will need to practice
operatingthe scooterinthepresenceofatrainedattendant.Atrainedattendantcanbe definedasafamilymember
orcareprofessionalspeciallytrainedin assistingascooteruserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
Asyou begin usingyourscooterduring dailyactivities,youwill probably encountersituationsinwhich youwill
needsomepractice. Simply take your timeandyouwill soon be in full andconfidentcontrolas you maneuver
throughdoorways,onand off lifts, up and down ramps, and overmoderateterrain.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to
operatingthe scooter safely.
MODIFICATIONS
Pridehas designed and engineered yourscooterto provide maximum mobility andutility. However,under no
circumstancesshouldyou modify,add,remove,ordisableany feature, part, orfunctionofyourscooter.
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
Gettoknowthe feelofyourscooteranditscapabilities.Priderecommendsthatyouperform asafetycheckbefore
eachusetomakesureyourscooteroperatessmoothlyand safely.

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II. SAFETY
Performthefollowinginspectionspriorto using yourscooter:
!Checkforproper tyre inflation. Maintain but do not exceedthepsi/bar/kPaairpressure rating indicated on
eachtyre ifequippedwith pneumatictyres.
!Checkallelectricalconnections.Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
!Checkallharnessconnections.Makesuretheyaresecuredproperly.
!Check the brakes.
!Checkbatterycharge.
Ifyoudiscovera problem, contact your authorised PrideProviderforassistance.
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 the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on
the tyre 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 the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on the 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
Yourscooterisratedforamaximumweight capacity.Refertothespecificationstablefor information.
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 rampswithspecified degrees of inclination, designedforeasyand safe access.
Somerampsmay have turning switchbacks(180-degreeturns)thatrequireyou to have goodcorneringskillson
yourscooter.
!Proceedwithextremecautionasyouapproach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
!Takewide swings with your scooteraroundany tight corners. If you dothat,the scooter’srearwheelswill
followawidearc,not cut the corner short, and not bump intoorgethunguponanyrailingcorners.
!Whendrivingdownaramp,keepthescooter’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a
safelycontrolleddescent.
!Avoid sudden stops andstarts.
NOTE: If the tyres on your scooter list the psi rating only, use the following conversion formulas to
find the bar or kPa rating: bar = psi x 0.06895; kPa = psi x 6.89476.