Pride Mobility Sonic User manual

Owner’s Manual
ATTENTION:
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www.pridemobility.com
21 Healey Road
Dandenong, 3175
Victoria, Australia

INFMANU1877/REV E/JANUARY 2003
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Please read and follow all instructions in this owners manual before attempting to operate your scooter
for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you require additional
assistance for setup, contact your authorised Pride provider.
Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and
instructions in this owners manual. Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your own good
judgement and/or common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver, and/or healthcare profes
sional. Pride is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any persons failure to follow
the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this owners manual. Pride is not responsible for injuries and/
or damage resulting from any persons failure to exercise good judgement and/or common sense.
The symbols below are used throughout this owners manual to identify warnings and cautions. It is very
important for you to read and understand them completely.
WARNING! Failure to heed the warnings in this owners manual may result in personal injury.
CAU ION! Failure to heed the cautions in this owners manual may result in damage to your
scooter.
Copyright © 2003
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.

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CONTENTS
SONIC
I. INT ODUCTION.........................................................................................................................
II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 15
IV. YOU SONIC ............................................................................................................................. 17
V. BATTE IES AND CHA GING ............................................................................................ 20
VI. OPE ATION ............................................................................................................................... 25
VII. COMFO T ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 26
VIII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 28
IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSO IES ................................................................................................. 30
X. BASIC T OUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 31
XI. CA E AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 33
XII. WA ANTY ................................................................................................................................3

Sonic
I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Pride Scooter. Your scooter design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, at-
tractive styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation will add convenience to your
daily living and ensure complete satisfaction.
At Pride, your safety is important to us. Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before
you attempt to operate your scooter for the first time. These instructions were produced for your benefit.
Your understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new Pride Scooter.
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Pride Scooter. Pride
is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person and/or user to
follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations
contained in other scooter related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Pride Scooter itself.
This owners manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available 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.
If you experience any problems with your scooter that your are not able to solve, or if you do not feel capable of safely
following any of the instructions and/or recommendations contained in this manual, please contact your authorised
Pride provider for assistance.
Once you understand how to operate and take care of your scooter, we are certain that it will give you years of trouble-
free service and enjoyment.
Information Exchange
We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions regarding this manual. We would also like to hear about the
safety and reliability of your new Pride Scooter, and the service you received from your authorised Pride provider.
Please notify us of any change of address so we can keep you apprised of important information regarding safety, new
products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Pride Scooter. Please feel free to write us
at the address below:
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.
21 Healey Road
Dandenong, 3175
Victoria, Australia

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My Authorised Pride Provider Is:
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:________________________________________________________________________
Quick Reference Information:
Scooter Model:________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number:__________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or this owners manual, write or e-mail us and we
will be glad to send you a new one immediately

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GENE AL
WARNING! Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading and
understanding this owners manual.
Your Sonic 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 who is capable
of making such a decision and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical therapist, etc.).
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the
scooter to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorised Pride provider in
the instruction process for the use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the scooter user will need to practice
operating the scooter in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family member
or care professional specially trained in assisting a scooter user in various daily living activities.
As you begin using your scooter during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will
need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver
through doorways, on and off elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.
MODIFICATIONS
Pride has designed and engineered your Sonic to provide maximum mobility and utility. A wide range of accesso-
ries is available from your authorised Pride provider to further customize your scooter to better suit your needs
and/or preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature,
part, or function of your scooter.
WARNING! Do not modify your scooter in any way not authorised by Pride. Unauthorised modifica-
tions may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Sonic.
EMOVABLE PA TS
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a scooter by any of its removable parts. Personal injury
and damage to the scooter may result.

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P E- IDE SAFETY CHECK
Get to know the feel of your scooter and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before
each use to make sure your scooter operates smoothly and safely. For details on how to perform these necessary
inspections, see XI. Care and Maintenance.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter:
nCheck all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
nCheck the brakes.
nCheck battery charge.
If you discover a problem, contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Your Sonic is rated for a 113 kg, 18 stone (250-lb.) maximum weight limit.
II. SAFETY
INCLINE INFO MATION
More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access.
Some ramps may have turning switchbacks (180-degree turns) that require you to have good cornering skills on
your scooter.
nProceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
nTake wide swings with your scooters front wheel around any tight corners. If you do that, the scooters rear
wheels will follow a wide arc, not cut the corner short, and not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners.
nWhen driving down a ramp, keep the scooters speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a
safely controlled descent. See IV. Your Sonic.
nAvoid sudden stops and starts.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight limit voids your warranty and may result in personal injury and
damage to your scooter. 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 Sonic. Carrying passengers may result in personal
injury and/or property damage.

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When climbing an incline, try to keep your scooter moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly, and then
accelerate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so by setting the speed adjustment dial to the slowest
setting and driving in the forward direction only. If your scooter starts to move down the incline faster than you
anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the throttle control lever. Then push the
throttle control lever forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.
Other inclines may be natural or, if man-made, not designed specifically for scooters. Figures 1 and 1A illustrate
your scooters stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing
conditions.
These tests were conducted with the Sonics seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on the seat base to
its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your scooters ability to travel up inclines is
affected by your weight, your scooters speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your scooter setup.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend slopes steeper than those shown in figures 1 and 1A
may put your scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.
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. his greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.
Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating 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! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the scooter in freewheel mode
while seated on it or standing next to it.
FIGURE 1. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE FOR THE SONIC
14.1%
15.8%
113 kg
91 kg
15.8%
68 kg
11 stone 14 stone 18 stone
(150 lbs.) (200 lbs.) (250 lbs.)
FIGURE 1A. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE FOR THE SONIC WITH REAR BASKET OR OXYGEN TANK
10.5%
10.5%
113 kg
91 kg
12.3%
68 kg
11 stone 14 stone 18 stone
(150 lbs.) (200 lbs.) (250 lbs.)
WARNING! Never use an oxygen tank weighing more than 6 kg (13 lbs.). Never fill the rear basket
with contents exceeding 7 kg (15 lbs.).

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II. SAFETY
FIGURE 2A. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION
FIGURE 2. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION
When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 2A. This shifts the centre of gravity of
you and your scooter toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.
WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this
manual.
CO NE ING INFO MATION
Excessively high cornering speeds can create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility of
tipping include, but are not limited to, cornering speed, steering angle (how sharply you are turning), uneven road
surfaces, inclined road surfaces, riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction (such as passing from
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
steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your scooter from tipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your scooter at higher speeds,
do not corner sharply. his greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. o avoid personal injury or
property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering.
B AKING INFO MATION
Your scooter is equipped with two powerful brake systems:
1. Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the centre/
stop position; and
2. Disc Park Brake: Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop, or when
power is removed from the system for any reason.

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II. SAFETY
OUTDOO D IVING SU FACES
Your scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditionsdry, level surfaces com-
posed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encoun-
ter other surface types. For this reason, your scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil, grass, and
gravel. Feel free to use your scooter safely on lawns and in park areas.
nReduce your scooters speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.
nAvoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.
nAvoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
nIf you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
STATIONA Y OBSTACLES (STEPS, KE BS, ETC.)
Always approach a kerb straight on whether ascending or descending it. See figures 3 and 3A.
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. Serious personal injury and/or damage may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter proceed rearward down any step, kerb, or other
obstacle. his may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury.
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 inches).
FIGURE 3. CORRECT KERB APPROACH FIGURE 3A. INCORRECT KERB APPROACH
KERB
KERB