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Owner’s Manual
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
www.pridemobility.com
ATTENTION:
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................... 4
YOUR POWER CHAIR ................................................................................................................................4
DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................. 6
OPERATION.............................................................................................................................................. 7
HOW TO TRANSFER ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR POWER CHAIR................................................................ 7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................... 7
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE .................................................................................................... 8
KERB CLIMBING ............................................................................................................................. 8
CORNERS ..................................................................................................................................... 8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................9
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND CONNECTIONS .................................................................................... 9
MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER.................................................................................................................. 9
CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES ............................................................................................................ 9
BATTERY REPLACEMENT................................................................................................................ 10
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .....................................................................................................11
MOTOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY ..............................................................................................................11
MANUAL BRAKE RELEASE LEVERS .................................................................................................. 12
SEATING SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................... 13
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................ 13
ARMREST WIDTH AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................... 14
ARMREST ANGLE ......................................................................................................................... 14
JOYSTICK/CONTROLLER EXTENSION ................................................................................................ 14
JOYSTICK/CONTROLLER POSITION ................................................................................................... 15
FOOTREST ANGLE ........................................................................................................................ 15
FOOTREST HEIGHT ....................................................................................................................... 15
FOOTREST DEPTH ........................................................................................................................ 16
POSITINING BELT ......................................................................................................................... 16
PILOT CONTROLLER ................................................................................................................................16
VSI CONTROLLER .................................................................................................................................. 18
WHEELS AND SUSPENSION ....................................................................................................................... 20
DRIVE WHEEL ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................. 20
ANTI-TIP WHEEL ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................... 21
CASTOR WHEEL ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................... 21
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................ 22
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................ 22
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR POWER CHAIR FOR STORAGE...................................................................... 23
CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................... 23
WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................... 24

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Introduction
Congratulationson thepurchase ofyour newPride MobilityProducts Ltd.(Pride) PowerChair!Your powerchair combinesan
advanced, state-of-the-art design with modern, attractive styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free
operation of your new power chair will add convenience to your daily living.
Please read and follow all instructions in this owner's manual before attempting to operate your power chair 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 dealer.
Our owner's manuals are 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 our manuals and your power chair. This ownerís manual covers the standard
equipment available on the Jet 3 Power Chair. Options and accessories are covered separately.
Using your Pride Power Chair safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this
owner's manual. It also depends upon your own good judgement and common sense, as well as the judgement and common
sense of your provider, carer, or healthcare professional. Pride is not responsible for injuries 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
or damage resulting from any person's failure to exercise good judgement or common sense.
The symbols below are used throughout this manual to identify warnings, cautions, and notes. 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.
CAUTION! Failure to heed the cautions in this owner's manual may result in damage to your power chair.
NOTE: Important concepts to remember while using your power chair.
If you experience any problems with your power chair that you are unable to resolve or if you do not feel capable of safely
followingany ofthe instructionsorrecommendations containedin thismanual, pleasecontactyour authorisedPride dealerfor
assistance.
Onceyou understandhow tooperate andtakecare ofyour powerchair, weare certainthatit willgive youyears oftrouble-free
service and enjoyment.
Your Power Chair
DESCRIPTION
Your Pride Jet 3 is a motorised, mid-wheel drive power chair that is designed to operate both indoors and outdoors (in clear
weather). It is sufficiently compact and maneuverable for some indoor environments but is also capable of negotiating some
outdoor obstacles as well.
Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. There are a wide range of seating options for the
power chair, as well as custom configurations. Commonly, the seating system consist of a seatback, armrests, joystick/
controller, and footrest. See figures 1 and 2. Your power chair may have other specialty features to further enhance your
mobility. If your power chair is equipped with other specialty features, refer to the information supplied with those products.

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SEATBACK
JOYSTICK/
CONTROLLER
ANTI-TIP
WHEELS
ARMRESTS
BODY SHROUD
FOOTREST
CASTOR WHEEL
DRIVE WHEEL
POWER BASE
ASSEMBLY
SEAT
ASSEMBLY
Figure 2. Jet 3 Power BaseAssembly
(Seat and Shroud Removed)
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SEAT POST
MOTOR/BRAKE
ASSEMBLY
BATTERY
BATTERY
MANUAL BRAKE
RELEASE LEVERS
CONNECTOR
HOUSING
OFF-BOARD
CHARGER PORT
Figure 1. Jet 3
MOTOR/BRAKE
ASSEMBLY
ONBOARD BATTERY
CHARGER

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Tools Required for Service
Your power chair is delivered fully assembled. The seat and batteries can be removed without tools. However, to make
adjustments or to service your power chair, you should have access to the following tools:
lset of hex keys or hex bits (SAE and Metric).
ldrive socket set (SAE and Metric).
ladjustablespanner.
lspanner set (SAE and Metric).
lset of screwdrivers.
JET 3 SPECIFICATIONS
Class of Use: A
Maximum Safe Slope: 8.7%
Maximum ClimbingAbility: 8.7%
Maximum Obstacle ClimbingAbility: 5 cm
Drive Wheels: 25 cm, center-mounted, solid tyres (pneumatic tyres are optional)
Caster Wheels: 20 cm, solid, rear articulating
Anti-tip Wheels: 15 cm, solid, front mounted
Maximum Speed: Up to 6 km/h
Brakes: Electronic, regenerative, "Intelligent Braking"
Ground Clearance: 7.6 cm (3 in.)
Turning Radius: 47 cm 18.5 in.)
Overall Size: Length: 90 cm (34.5 in.)
Width: 58 cm (23 in.)
Seating Options: High back with headrest
Drivetrain: Two-motor, rear-wheel
Batteries: Two 12-volt, U-1 32 AH batteries
Range: Up to 40 km
Battery Charger: Onboard (standard)
Off-board(optional)
Motor Controller: P&G VSI (standard)
P&G Pilot (optional)
Weight Capacity: 113 kg (250 lb./22 Stone)
Jet 3 Weights: Base: 43 kg (95 lbs.)
Seat: 17 kg (36.5 lbs.)
Batteries: 11 kg (24.5 lbs.) each
Warranties: Five-year limited warranty on frame
Two-year warranty on drivetrain
One-year warranty on electronics
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Operation
Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions such as dry, level surfaces com-
posed of concrete, blacktop, or tarmac. However, Pride recognises that there may be times when you will encounter other
types of surfaces. For this reason, your power chair can also drive on packed soil, grass, and gravel. Feel free to use your
power chair safely on dry lawns and in park areas as well.
Follow these guidelines:
lReduce your power chair's speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.
lAvoid tall grass that can get tangled in the running gear.
lAvoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
lIf you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
lCheck for proper tyre inflation if equipped with pneumatic tyres. Maintain 30-35 psi (2 - 2.4 bar) in each drive tyre.
To operate your power chair:
1. Turn on the power.
2. Move the joystick in the desired direction. The farther away from the center you move the joystick, the faster the power
chair moves. We recommend setting the joystick/controller to its slowest setting and practicing simple maneuvers with a
trained attendant before going off on your own.
HOW TO TRANSFER ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR POWER CHAIR
Transferring onto or off of your power chair safely requires practice. Always have an attendant or healthcare professional
present while learning to properly transfer yourself.
WARNING! To eliminate the possibility of injury, Pride recommends that you or a trained attendant perform the
following tasks before attempting a transfer:
1. Reduce the distance between your power chair and your transfer destination.
2. Turn the power off.
3. Turn both castor wheels toward the transfer destination to improve power chair stability during transfer.
4. Make sure that your power chair is not in freewheel mode.
5. Make sure the armrests are flipped up or removed from your power chair.
6. Flip the footrest up, or move the leg rests aside; this will help to keep your feet from getting caught on the
footrest or on the leg rests during the transfer.
MISSING OR DAMAGED PARTS
Your power chair is shipped fully assembled. If you think that your power chair is either missing parts or some parts are
damaged, please contact your authorised Pride dealer immediately.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be
difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your power chair. Wait until your path is clear of traffic,
and then proceed with extreme caution. Obey all pedestrian traffic rules.
WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators. You may cause injury to yourself and
to others and damage your power chair.
WARNING! Avoid icy or slippery conditions and salted surfaces (i.e., walks or roads).
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 power
chair in a safe manner.
WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this may impair
your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner.
WARNING! Do not attempt to drive onto an incline without first checking your brakes. If you attempt to drive
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WARNING! Your power chair's performance may be influenced by electromagnetic fields caused by mobile
telephones or other radiating devices, such as hand-held radios, radio and television stations, wireless com-
puter links, microwave sources, and paging transmitters.
WARNING! Your power chair can be a source of electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE
Pride performs extensive testing on our power chairs. Our results indicate that the maximum slope your power chair can
climb safely is 8.7% at maximum weight capacity. See figure 3. Eight-seven percent is the angle of most handicap access
ramps.Any attempt to climb a steeper incline may put your power chair in an unstable position.
WARNING! Although your power chair may be capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated above,
do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this
manual. Doing so could cause instability in your power chair, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to
your power chair.
WARNING! Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline. Do not zigzag or drive at an angle.
Drive your power chair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.
WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered with snow, ice,
cut grass, or wet leaves). Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from
zigzagging, driving at an angle up the face of an incline, failing to exercise extreme caution when negotiating an
incline, and/or traveling on a low traction surface incline.
WARNING! When on any sort of an incline, never place the power chair in freewheel mode while seated on it or
standing next to it.
KERB CLIMBING
If you are going to attempt to climb onto a kerb, approach it slowly and head-on. Try to keep your power chair moving. If you
must stop in the middle of the climb, start again slowly and accelerate cautiously.
WARNING! The front anti-tip wheels may cause trouble when ascending or descending a kerb if they are not
adjusted correctly. Contact your authorised Pride dealer for more information.
CORNERS
We do not recommend high cornering speeds. While your power chair is equipped with castor wheels and anti-tip wheels for
increased stability, excessively high cornering speeds can still create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possi-
bility of tipping include, but are not limited to:
lcornering speed.
lsteering angle (how sharply you are turning).
lriding on uneven road surfaces.
lriding on inclined road surfaces.
lriding 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).
lmaking abrupt directional changes.
WARNING! To avoid personal injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering. If
the situation arises where you have to negotiate a sharp corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e.,
lessen the sharpness of the turn). This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall.
8.7% 8.7%
Figure 3. Maximum Recommended Safe Slope

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Electrical System
The electrical system is powered by two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-
cycle batteries. These batteries are connected in series to provide
24 volts of direct current (DC). The main electrical components con-
sist of the batteries, a battery charging system, the main circuit
breaker,the motor/brakeassembly, andthe controller(see figures1,
2, and 4).
ELECTRICALCOMPONENTSANDCONNECTIONS
The joystick/controller is connected to the battery and the motors
through two electrical connections: the controller connector and the
charger harness connector. Both are located on the electrical con-
nector housing at the back of the power chair. See figure 4.
Controller Connector: This is where the controller is connected to
the batteries and motors.
Charger Harness Connector: This is where the charger connects
to the joystick/controller.
MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER
The main circuit breaker is a safety feature built into your Jet 3. It is located at the back of the power chair. See figure 4. When
the batteries and the motors are heavily strained (e.g., from excessive loads), the main circuit breaker will trip to prevent
damage to the motors and the electronics. If the circuit breaker trips, allow the Jet 3 to ìrestî for approximately one minute.
Then,push inthe circuitbreakerbutton, turnon thecontroller power, andcontinue normaloperation. Ifthemain circuitbreaker
trips repeatedly, contact your authorised Pride dealer.
CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES
The batteries are sealed and maintenance free, so there is no need to check the electrolyte fluid level. Deep-cycle batteries
are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they
are not interchangeable.
CAUTION! Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge, and are unsafe for use in
power chairs.
BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM
The battery charger is essential in providing long life for your power chair's batteries. Your power chair may be equipped with
an onboard charger located between the batteries. See figure 2. The ammeter is located on the electronics connector
housing, for easy viewing. The 7.5 amp, in-line fuse is located under the electronics connector housing. The in-line fuse
protectsthe entirecharger circuitfrom shortsor badconnections.The ammeterindicates therate ofcharge necessaryto fully
recharge the batteries. The ammeter is also a good indication of whether or not the charger is working.The ammeter and the
charger are functional only when the charger power cord is plugged into a wall outlet.
WARNING! You must recharge your Jet 3’s batteries with the supplied onboard or off-board charging system.
Do not use an automotive-type battery charger.
To charge the batteries using the onboard charger:
1. Position the rear of your Jet 3 close to a standard wall outlet.
2. Be certain the controller power is turned off and the Jet 3 is not in freewheel mode.
3. Plug the charger lead into the receptacle on the connector housing.
4. Extend the charger power lead and plug it into the wall outlet. The Jet 3 incorporates an inhibit function that disables
the power chair when the charger is plugged into a wall outlet.
5. The ammeter will indicate how much charge is needed to fully charge the batteries. Wait about a minute for the
chargerto warm up. The ammeter may move up to as high as 4 amps, then gradually move back down to 0 amps as it
charges.
6. We recommend you charge the batteries for 8 to 14 hours.As the batteries charge, the ammeter needle will slowly
drop to the zero mark. When the batteries are fully charged, the needle will vibrate on or about the zero mark on the
meter scale.
Figure 4. Electiconics Tray
MAIN CIRCUIT
BREAKER
CONTROLLER
CONNECTOR
CHARGER
HARNESS
CONNECTOR

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7. When your Jet 3 batteries are fully charged, unplug the
power lead from the wall outlet and from the charger
receptacle and store the lead in a safe place.
OFF-BOARD CHARGER
Your Jet 3 may be equipped with an off-board charger. Typi-
cally, off-board chargersplug intothe joystickcontroller. (See
figure19.) IfyourJet 3 isequipped with anoff-boardcharger,
refer to the instructions that come with the charger.
BATTERY BREAK-IN
To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency:
1. Fullyrechargeany newbattery priortoits initialuse.This
brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak perfor
mance level.
2. Operate your power chair about the house and/or yard.
Move slowly at first. Don't drive too far until you become
accustomed to the controls and you break-in the batter
ies.
3. Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours
before operating your power chair again. The batteries
should now perform at over 90% of their potential.
4. After four or five charging cycles, the batteries top off at
100% charge and should last for an extended period.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and re-
lated accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.
NOTE: It is easier to disconnect the battery
harnesses when the batteries are removed
from the chair.
1. Turn the power off.
2. Make sure the Jet 3 is not in freewheel mode.
3. Unplug the controller and charger harness connectors.
4. Lift the seat up from the seat post.
5. Remove the body shroud.
6. Locate the two wiring harnesses attached to your
batteries. Disconnect these two harnesses from their
respective quick disconnects and remove the batteries.
See figures 5 and 6. A diagram decal is located on
the Jet 3 frame near the battery tray.
NOTE: It is easier to connect the harnesses
to the batteries when you have the batteries
away from your power chair. This gives you
more room to work.
7. Connect the wire labeled REAR BATTERY (+) to the
batteryíspositive (red)terminal.Connect thewirelabeled
REARBATTERY(-)to thenegative (black)terminal.See
figure 7. Install the battery in the rear of your Jet 3ís
battery tray with the battery terminals facing inward, to
wardthe centerof theJet 3. Plugthe wiringharness into
the quick disconnect.
8. Connect the wire labeled FRONT BATTERY (+) to the
Figure 5. Quick Disconnect
QUICK
DISCONNECT
Figure 7. Connecting Wires to the Battery Terminals
Figure 6. Removing the Batteries from Your Jet 3

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other batteryís positive (red) terminal. Connect the wire labeled FRONT BATTERY (-) to the negative (black) terminal.
See figure 7. Install the battery in the front of your Jet 3ís battery tray with the battery terminals facing inward, toward the
center of the Jet 3. Plug the wiring harness into a quick disconnect.
NOTE: It is important to be sure that your battery connections are tight and secure.
NOTE: The battery wiring diagram decal is located on the front battery box.
9. Dispose of your old batteries in accordance with local disposal laws.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW OFTEN MUST I CHARGE THE BATTERIES?
If you use your power chair on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are done using it. Your power chair will be
ready each morning to give you a full day's service. If you use your power chair infrequently (once a week or less), charge the
batteries at least once per week for 12 to 14 hours.
NOTE: Keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging your batteries. Do not charge the batter-
ies for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle.
WHAT TYPE OF BATTERY SHOULD I USE?
We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Deep-cycle batteries employ a much different
chemical technology than that used in car batteries, in nickel-cadmium batteries (nicads), or in other common battery types.
Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick
recharge. Sealed lead-acid batteries should be charged as often as possible. They do not have a "memory" like nickel-
cadmium batteries. Both sealed lead-acid (SLA) and gel cell are deep-cycle batteries that are similar in performance.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Type: Deep-cycle (sealed lead-acid or gel cell)
Size: U-1
Voltage: 12 volts each
Amperage: 30-35 amp hours
HOW SHOULD I STORE MY POWER CHAIR AND ITS BATTERIES?
If you do not use your power chair regularly, we recommend charging the batteries at least once a week.
If you do not plan to use your power chair for an extended period, fully charge the batteries prior to storage. Disconnect the
battery harnesses and store the power chair in a warm, dry environment.Avoid temperature extremes, such as freezing and
excessively hot conditions, and never attempt to charge a frozen battery. If you encounter a cold or frozen battery, allow it to
reach to room temperature prior to recharging.
HOW SHOULD I DISPOSE OF OLD BATTERIES?
If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call your authorised Pride dealer
for instructions on disposal. Your authorised Pride dealer will also have the necessary information on battery recycling, which
is our recommended course of action.
WARNING! Do not attempt to dispose of damaged batteries. If you suspect that your batteries are damaged,
contact your authorized Pride dealer immediately.
MOTOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY
Your powerchair isequipped with twomotor/brake assemblies,one foreach drivewheel.The motor/brakeassembly consists
ofa 24-volt motor, anelectronic brake, and a gearbox.Thegearbox featuresa brakerelease lever thatdisconnects themotor
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MANUAL BRAKE RELEASE LEVERS
For convenience, your Jet 3 is equipped with two manual brake release levers located on the front of your Jet 3. See figure 8
and 9. These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually.
To engage or disengage the drive motors:
1. Locate the two (2) manual brake release levers protruding through the body shroud.
2. Turn the levers outward to engage the drive motors. See figures 8.
3. Turn the levers inward to disengage the drive motors (freewheel mode). See figure 9.
If a lever is difficult to move in either direction, rock the power chair gently back and forth while turning the levers.The levers
should then move to the desired position.
WARNING! Do not disengage the drive motors without an attendant present. Personal injury may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to disengage the drive motors while seated on your power chair. Personal injury
may result. Ask your attendant for assistance.
WARNING! Do not disengage the drive motors
while on an incline. The chair could roll uncon-
trollably on its own, causing personal injury.
MOTOR BRAKE TEST
To check the brakes:
1. Turn on the power and turn down the speed and
response adjustment knob. See figure 18.
2. After one second, check the battery condition lights.
Make sure that they remain on. See figure 18.
3. Slowly push the joystick forward until you hear the
joystick. You must be able to hear each electronic
Figure 8. Drive Motors Engaged
Figure 9. Drive Motors Disengaged (Freewheel Mode)
Figure 10. Motor Brush Location
MOTOR
BRUSHESARE
LOCATED
UNDER THE
CAPS.
MANUAL BRAKE RELEASE LEVERS
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brakes click. Immediately release the brake operating within a
few seconds of joystick movement.
4. Repeat this test three times, pushing the joystick backwards,
then left, and then right. If either brake does not sound like it is
engaging, contact your authorised Pride dealer immediately.
MOTOR BRUSHES
Theelectricmotorsthatpropelyour powerchairusecarbonbrushes.
The motor brushes are the two contacts located inside the motor /
brakeassembly thatsupply power to the motor. Theyare designed
to provide several thousand hours of operation. However, if the
brushes become dirty with carbon deposits or wear out, the motor
may run poorly or not at all. If an inspection determines excessive
wear on the brushes, they must be replaced or motor damage will
result.
CAUTION! Failure to maintain the brushes could
damage your motor/ brake assemblies and void
your warranty.
To inspect or replace the motor brushes:
1. Remove the battery boxes.
2. Unscrew the motor brush caps. There are two on each motor.
See figure 10.
3. Remove the brushes.
4. Inspect for wear, such as black deposits on the brush contact
surface.
5. Replace brushes, if necessary. Contact your authorised Pride
dealer.
Seating System
Afteryou haveused yourJet3 foran extendedperiod oftime, you may
find the need to make some adjustments to increase your comfort.
WARNING! If your Jet 3 was configured by your
authorized Pride dealer, please consult them before
making any adjustments. Some adjustments may
degrade your Jet 3’s performance and safety by
changing its center of gravity.
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
You can change the seat height to one of five positions in 2.5 cm
(1in.) increments.
To change the seat height:
1. Remove the seat and the shroud.
2. Use a 14-mm spanner to loosen and remove the hex-head nut
and bolt. See figure 11.
3. Loosen the seat post base locking nut using a 11-mm spanner
and a 5-mm hex key.
4. Slide the seat pedestal up or down in the seat post base.
5. Align the holes on the seat post and the seat post base.
6. Reinstall and tighten the hex-head nut and bolt.
7. Retighten the seat post base locking nut.
Figure 13. Armrest Angle
LOCKING
NUT
ADJUSTING
SCREW
LOOSEN
SETSCREW TO
ADJUST
ARMREST
HEIGHT.
LOOSEN SETSCREW
TO ADJUST ARM-
REST WIDTH.
Figure 12. Armrest Width/Height Adjustment
Figure 11. Seat Height Adjustment
HEX-HEAD
NUT AND
BOLT
SEAT POST
SEAT POST
BASE
SEAT POST
BASE LOCKING
NUT
SEAT PEDESTAL
ARMREST
RECEIVER
BRACKET

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ARMRESTWIDTHANDHEIGHTADJUSTMENT
To change the armrest width:
1. Locate the setscrew on the armrest receiver bracket.
See figure 12.
2. Loosen the setscrew, and slide the armrest in or out to the
desired width.
3. Retighten the setscrew.
4. Repeat for the other armrest.
To change the armrest height:
1. Loosen the armrest adjustment height setscrew located
underneath the armrest. See figure 12.
2. Raise or lower the armrest as desired.
3. Retighten the setscrew.
4. Repeat for the other armrest.
ARMREST ANGLE
You can adjust the armrest angle to fit your specific needs.
To change the armrest angle:
1. Lift the armrest straight up so that it is perpendicular to the floor.
2. Use an 11-mm spanner to loosen the locking nut. See figure
13.
3. Use an 11-mm spanner to loosen the adjusting screw. Turn
the screw clockwise to raise the front of the armrest and
anticlockwise to lower the front of the armrest.
4. Lock the adjusting screw into place by tightening the locking
nut.
JOYSTICK/CONTROLLER EXTENSION
The joystick/ controller can easily slide out away from the
armrest or in toward the armrest.
To extend the joystick/controller:
1. Use a 5-mm hex key to loosen the setscrew. See
figure 14.
2. Slide the joystick mounting bracket into or out of the armrest
to the desired position.
3. Retighten the setscrew by turning it clockwise.
LOOSEN THIS SETSCREW
TO ADJUST THE
JOYSTICK.
USE A TIE-WRAP TO
SUPPORT THE
CONTROLLER CABLE.
Figure 16. Footrest Angle Adjustment
ANGLEADJUSTMENT SETSCREW
Figure 14. Joystick/Controller Extension
Figure 15. Tie-Wrap Location
JOYSTICK MOUNTING
BRACKET

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JOYSTICK/CONTROLLER POSITION
You can position the joystick/ controller for either left-hand or right-hand use.
To change the joystick position:
1. Disconnect the controller and charger harness connectors. See figure 4.
2. Cut the tie-wrap that attaches the controller cable to the armrest. See figure 15.
3. Use a 5-mm hex key to loosen the setscrew. See figure 14.
4. Slide the joystick mounting bracket out of the armrest.
5. Loosen the setscrew in the other armrest.
6. Place the joystick mounting bracket in the other armrest.
7. Tighten the setscrew in each armrest.
8. Connect the controller cable to the armrest with a new tie-wrap. See figure 15.
FOOTREST ANGLE
You can adjust the angle of the footrest with a 5-mm hex spanner. See figure 16.
To adjust the footrest angle:
1. Turn the setscrew clockwise to lower the front of the footrest.
2. Turn the setscrew anticlockwise to raise the front of the footrest.
FOOTREST HEIGHT
The footrest height is easily adjusted to any one of six different heights. See figure 17.
To raise or lower the footrest:
1. Remove the height adjustment bolt from the footrest using a 6-mm hex key and 13-mm socket. See figure 17.
2. Raise or lower the footrest to the desired height.
3. Reinstall the bolt into the footrest.
To adjust the anti-tip wheel height:
1. Remove the seat, the body shroud, and the batteries.
2. Locate the jam nut and bolt on the anti-tip assembly. See figure 22.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
BALL DETENT PIN
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT BOLT
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FOOTREST DEPTH
The Jet 3 uses a ball detent pin to fasten the footrest to the power base. See figure 17.
To adjust the footrest depth:
1. Remove the ball detent pin from the footrest bracket.
2. Move the footrest in or out to the desired depth.
3. Reinstall the ball detent pin.
POSITIONING BELT
Your power chair seat may be equipped with an adjustable, auto-type positioning belt. The positioning belt is designed to
support you so you do not slide down or forward in the seat. The positioning belt is not designed for use as a restraining
device.
To install the positioning belt:
1. Remove the rearmost screw that holds the seat hinge to the seat base on both the left and right seat hinges.
2. Insert the screw through the supplied washer, through the positioning belt, and into the seat base for each side.
3. Tighten both screws.
To adjust the positioning belt:
1. Whenseated,insertthemetaltabontherightsideofthebeltintotheplastichousingontheoppositestrapuntilyou hear aclick.
2. Pull the strap on the right side of the belt until it is secure but not so tight as to cause discomfort.
WARNING! Although your power chair 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 securely fastened. Do not sit on your power chair while it is
in a moving vehicle. Personal injury and/or property damage may result.
Pilot Controller
Your power chair may be equipped with a Pilot controller. The joystick is housed in the same enclosure as the controller. This
assembly is mounted on the seat arm. The Pilot controller is connected to the motors and the batteries through the controller
connector and the charger harness connector. See figure 4.
JOYSTICK
The joystick controls the direction and speed of your power chair. When you move the joystick from the neutral (center)
position, the electromagnetic brakes release and allow your power chair to move. The farther you push the joystick from its
neutral position, the faster your power chair moves. When you release the joystick and allow it to return to the center position,
you engage the electromagnetic brakes. This causes your power chair to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
WARNING! If your power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner, immediately release the joystick.
Unless the joystick is damaged, this action should stop your power chair.
WARNING! Do not use the power button to stop the chair. This may cause injury.
PEED AND RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT
ThePilot controlleris equippedwith aspeed andresponse adjustmentknob thatallows youto selectthe speedand response
settings best suited to your requirements and environment. See figure 18. When you increase the speed (clockwise) or
decrease the speed (anticlockwise), appropriate changes are automatically made to the sensitivity.
NOTE: We recommend that the first few times you operate your power chair, you turn the speed and response
adjustment knob to the slowest setting until you become familiar with your new power chair.
BATTERY CONDITION LIGHTS
Thebattery conditionlights arelocated immediatelyinfront ofthe joystick.Thisenables youto monitorbatterylife.Thebattery
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SPEED AND RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT
The Pilot controller may be equipped with a speed and response adjustment
knob that allows you to select the speed and response settings best suited to
your requirements and environment. See figure 18. When you increase the
speed(clockwise)ordecrease thespeed(anticlockwise),appropriatechanges
are automatically made to the sensitivity.
NOTE: We recommend that the first few times you operate
your power chair, you turn the speed and response adjust-
ment knob to the slowest setting until you become familiar
with your new power chair.
BATTERY CONDITION LIGHTS
The battery condition lights are located immediately in front of the joystick.
This enables you to monitor battery life. The battery condition lights indicates
the approximate amount of battery life left.
lRed, yellow, and green bars indicate that the batteries are fully
charged.
lRedand yellowbarsindicate thatyoushould chargethebatteies.
lRed bars indicate that you should charge the batteries as soon
as possible,because lowbattery voltagemay causeyour power
chair to become inoperative.
NOTE: When the batteries approach a discharged state, the
first red bar will begin to slowly flash, reminding you the bat-
teries need to be charged immediately!
CHARGER INHIBIT CONNECTOR
The charger inhibit connector on the utility tray is coded with colored dots.
The dots are positioned so that you align the flat side of the male connector
with the flat side of the female connector before making the connection. See
figure 4.
CAUTION! Failure to properly align the connectors can result
in damage to the controller, the charger harness, and the con-
nectors.
THERMAL ROLLBACK
The Pilot controller is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit. This circuit
monitors the temperature of the motors and the controller. In the event that
the motors or the controller become excessively hot (above 50C/122F), the
controller reduces the motor voltage. For every degree above 50C/122F,
the controller reduces the voltage by 5 volts. This reduces your power chairís
speed and allows the electrical components to cool down. When the tem-
perature returns to a safe level, your power chair resumes its normal speed.
Figure 19. Off-board Charger Port
PORT FOR
OFF-BOARD
CHARGER
SPEED AND RESPONSE
ADJUSTMENT KNOB
Figure 18. Pilot Controller
JOYSTICK
POWER BUTTON
BATTERY CONDITION LIGHTS

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VSI Controller
The VSI controller is an integral electronic controller.
All of the electronics necessary to operate the power
chair are contained in one module. See figure 20.
The VSI consists of:
1. joystick
2. keypad (see figure 21)
3. off-board charger/programming socket
4. actuator connector (optional)
5. controller connector
6. 3-pin charger inhibit
connector
Typically, the VSI is mounted to one of the armrests
and is connected to the motors, batteries, and the
onboard charger at the electronics tray.
JOYSTICK
The joystick controls the direction and speed of your
power chair. See figure 20. When you move the joy-
stick from the neutral (center) position, the electro-
magnetic brakes release and allow your power chair
to move. The further you push the joystick from its neutral position, the faster your power chair moves. When you release the
joystick and allow it to return to the neutral position, you engage the electromagnetic brakes. This causes your power chair to
decelerate and come to a complete stop.
WARNING! If your power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner, immediately release the joystick.
Unless the joystick is damaged, this action should stop your power chair.
KEYPAD
The keypad is located in front of the joystick. It contains keys necessary to operate your Jet 3. See figure 21.
ON/OFF KEY
The on/off key turns the VSI on and off. See figure 21.
WARNING! Unless faced with an emergency situation, do not use the on/off key to stop the chair. This will
cause the power chair to stop abruptly.
WARNING! Always turn the power off when you are stationary to prevent unexpected movement.
BATTERY CONDITION METER
The battery condition meter is located in front of the joystick. See figure 21. This is a 10-segment illuminated display that
indicates that the VSI is turned on and also gives the battery status, the VSI status, and the electrical system status.
nRed, yellow, and green lights lit: Battery charged; VSI and electrical system OK.
nRed and yellow lights lit: Charge battery if possible; VSI and electrical system OK.
nRed lights only lit or slow flash: Charge battery as soon as possible; VSI and electrical system OK.
Figure 20. VSI Controller
nRapid flash of lights: Indicates a fault in the VSI or the electrical system. Refer to ìVSI Error Codes.î
nRipple up and down of lights: The joystick was not in the neutral position when the controller was turned on. If you get
ìripple up and down of lightsî, turn off the controller, allow the joystick to return to the neutral position, then turn on the
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NOTE: If you still get “ripple up and down of lights”, contact
your authorised Pride provider.
NOTE: When the batteries approach a discharged state, the
first red light will begin to slowly flash, reminding you the
batteries need to be charged immediately!
SPEED/PROFILE KEYS
Thereare twokeys thatcontrol eitherthe speedor the profile. See figure
21. This depends on how your VSI was programmed. Press the speed/
profile increase key to increase the speed or change the profile. Press
the speed/profile decrease key to decrease the speed or change the
profile. The speed/profile setting is displayed in the maximum speed/
profileindicator. Ifyour powerchair wasprogrammed witha driveprofile,
contact your authorised Pride provider for more information.
NOTE: We recommend that the first few times you operate
your power chair, you set the speed to the slowest setting
until you become familiar with your new power chair.
ACTUATOR KEY ANDACTUATOR LIGHTS (FOR OPTIONALEQUIP-
MENT)
Actuator keys and actuator lights are used for optional equipment such
aspower elevatingseats orpower elevatingleg rests.See figure21. For
specific operation of the actuator keys and actuator lights, contact your
authorised Pride provider.
HORN KEY
The horn key activates the horn. See figure 21.
OFF-BOARD CHARGER/PROGRAMMING SOCKET
You mayuse anoff-boardcharger tocharge thepower chairbatteries throughthe 3-pinsocket locatedon thefront ofthe VSI.
Seefigure 20.If youuse an off-board charger, thecharger currentshould notexceed 12 amps. Contact yourauthorised Pride
provider for more information.
CAUTION! Only chargers with Neutrik NC3MX plugs should be connected to the off-board charger/program-
ming socket. See your authorised Pride provider for more information.
NOTE: The socket may also be used for reprogramming the VSI. Contact your authorised Pride provider for
more information.
CONTROLLER CONNECTOR
This connects the VSI to the power chairís batteries, motors, and motor brakes. See figure 20.
3-PIN CHARGER INHIBIT CONNECTOR
This connects the VSI to the onboard battery charger. See figure 20. This connection provides an inhibit that disables the VSI
when the battery charger is on. The charger inhibit connector is coded with colored dots.The dots are positioned so that you
align the flat side of the male connector with the flat side of the female connector before making the connection.
CAUTION! Failure to properly align the connectors can result in damage to the VSI, the charger harness, and
the connectors.
Figure 21. VSI Controller Keypad

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THERMAL ROLLBACK
The VSI controller is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit. The circuit monitors the temperature of the controller, which
roughly translates to motor temperature. In the event that the VSI controller becomes excessively hot (above 60C/140F),
motor current (amperage) is reduced. For every degree above 60C/140F, the motor current limit is reduced by .55 amps
until the VSI controller reaches 70C/158F, at which time the current output is reduced to zero. This reduces your power
chairís ìpower,î which could also reduce your power chairís speed, and allows the electrical components and motors to cool
down. When the temperature returns to a safe level, your power chair resumes its normal operation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The VSI controller is designed with the userís safety as the prime consideration. It incorporates many sophisticated self-test
features which search for potential problems at a rate of 100 times per second. If the VSI detects a problem either in its own
circuits or in the power chairís electrical system, it may decide to stop the power chair, depending on the severity of the
problem. The VSI is designed to maximise the userís safety under all normal conditions. The table below identifies the
individual error codes. Error codes are displayed as a rapid flashing of the lights. If you get one of these error codes, contact
your authorised Pride provider.
VSI ERROR CODES
Flashing Lights Diagnosis and Solution
1 The battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the battery. Check the connections to
the battery. If the connections are good, try charging the battery.
2 The left motor has a bad connection. Check the left motor connection.
3 The left motor has a short circuit to a battery connection. Contact your authorised Pride provider.
The right motor has a bad connection. Check the right motor connection.
5 The right motor has a short circuit to a battery connection. Contact your authorised Pride provider.
6 The power chair is being inhibited by the battery charger. Unplug the battery charger.
7 A joystick fault is indicated. Make sure that the joystick is in the neutral (center) position before
turning on the controller.
8 A controller system fault is indicated. Make sure that all connections are secure.
9 The parking brakes have a bad connection. Check the parking brake and motor connections. Make sure
the control system connections are secure.
10 An excessive voltage has been applied to the controller. This is usually caused by a poor
battery connection. Check the battery connections.
Wheels and Suspension
Your powerchairisequipped withthreesetsofwheel assemblies:anti-tipwheels,drive wheels,andcastorwheels. Seefigure1.
WARNING! The drive wheel and castor wheel systems are optimised at the factory and should not be adjusted
by the user. If you alter either system, you may alter the power chair's handling characteristics, possibly result-
ing in serious injury.
DRIVE WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Your Pride Power Chair uses two drive wheels that are directly connected to the motor/gearbox assembly. The drive wheel
tyres may have solid inserts and do not require air.
TYRES AND TUBES
If your Jet 3 is equipped with pneumatic tyres, you should check the air pressure at least once per week. This will prolong the
life of your tyres as well as help ensure the perfect operation of your chair. If you have a flat tyre, replace the tube. Replace-
ment tyres and tubes are readily available at your authorised Pride dealer.
WARNING! Completely deflate the tire before attempting repair.