Pride PURSUIT Series User manual

Includes Models: Pursuit and Pursuit HD
SERIES
PURSUIT

Copyright © 2012
Pride Mobility Products Company
INFMANU3906/Rev B/February 2012
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 Provider: _____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:__________________________
Purchase Date: __________________________ Serial Number: ___________________________
WARNING! An authorized Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial
setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.
The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the scooter to identify warnings and
important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them 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.
INTENDED USE
The intended use of the Pride Mobility Products device is to provide mobility to persons limited to a seated
position that have the capability of operating a powered scooter.
Please fill out the following information for quick reference:

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CONTENTS
I. INTRODU CTION .....................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY .......................................................................................................................................5
III. YOU R SCOOTER ....................................................................................................................20
IV. BATTERIES AND CH ARGI N G ........................................................................................25
V. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................30
V I. COM FOR T ADJ U ST MEN TS .............................................................................................32
VII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .................................................................................34
VIII. BASI C T ROU BLESH OOT I N G ..........................................................................................36
IX. CARE AND MAI N T ENAN CE ............................................................................................38
APPEN DIX I – SPECI FICAT I ONS ..............................................................................................41

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The product you have purchased combines
state-of the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident the design features
will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Understanding how to
safely operate and care for this product should bring you years of trouble free operation and service.
Read and follow all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual and all other accompanying literature
before attempting to operate this product for the first time. In addition, your safety depends upon you, as
well as your provider, caretaker, or healthcare professional in using good judgement.
If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand, or if you require additional assis-
tance for setup or operation, please contact your authorized Pride Provider. Failure to follow the instruc-
tions, warnings, and notes in this manual and those located on your Pride product can result in
personal injury or product damage and will void Pride’s product warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product
or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail,
refuse, or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the
safe use of this product.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Before using your scooter, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually
packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery, please contact your authorized Pride Provider imme-
diately. Where damage has occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact
the delivery company responsible.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear
about the safety and reliability of your new scooter, and about the service you received from your autho-
rized Pride Provider. Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important
information about safety, new products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy
your scooter. Please feel free to contact us at the address below:
Pride Mobility Products Company
380 Vansickle Road Unit 350
St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7
1-888-570-1113
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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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbols below are used on the scooter to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited
actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
Pinc h/Crush points c rea te d during assem bly.
Corrosive chem icals cont a ine d in ba t t ery.
EM I -RFI - T his produc t ha s bee n t e ste d a nd pa ssed at an im munity leve l of 20 V/m .
Ex plosive condit ions exist !
Re a d a nd follow the inform a tion in the ow ne r’s m anua l.
Ma x imum se at ing w e ight.

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Pla c e unit on le vel ground a nd sta nd to one side w he n c hanging from drive mode
to fre ew he e l mode or fre e w he el m ode to drive mode .
Loc k ed a nd in drive mode .
Unlock e d and in free w he el mode.
Do not re move ant i-t ip w heels.
We a r safe ty goggles.
Use only AGM or Gel-Cell ba t te ries t o re duc e t he risk of le a kage or ex plosive
condit ions.
Do not raise or low e r t he pow er se at w hile the sc oote r is in motion.
Do not use a c ell phone, w a lkie /t a lk ie, la pt op, or ot he r ra dio t ransmit t er w hile
ope rat ing.

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Avoid e xposure to ra in, snow , ice, sa lt, or st anding w a t e r w he neve r possible .
Ma inta in a nd st ore in a cle a n and dry condition.
Re m ova l of grounding prong c an cre a t e e le ctrica l ha za rd. I f ne c essa ry, properly
insta ll a n approve d 3-pronged a dapt e r to a n ele c tric a l out let ha ving 2 -pronged
plug ac c e ss.
Do not conne c t an e xt e nsion c ord t o t he AC/DC c onve rter or t he bat t ery c harge r.
Ke ep tools and othe r m et a l obje c ts a w ay from ba t tery t erm inals. Cont a ct w ith
tools ca n ca use ele c t ric a l shoc k.
Do not allow unsupervise d c hildren to pla y near the scoot e r w hile t he ba tte ries
are c harging.
Do not use ba t terie s w ith diffe re nt a mp-hour (Ah) c a pa c itie s. Do not m ix old a nd
ne w ba t t erie s. Alw a ys repla ce bot h ba tte ries at t he sa m e tim e .
Do not pla ce t he sc oot e r in fre ew he e l m ode w he n on an inc line or de cline .

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Ba t t ery c harge r for indoor use only.
Disposa l a nd re c ycling - Cont act your aut horize d Pride Provide r for informa t ion on
proper disposa l a nd recyc ling of your Pride product and it s pac k a ging.
Cont ains Lea d.
Ke ep your ha nds aw ay from the tire s w he n driving. Be aw a re tha t loose fitt ing
clot hing c an be c ome ca ught in drive tires.

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GENERAL
MAN DATORY ! Do not ope ra t e your ne w scoot e r for t he first tim e w ithout com ple t ely re ad-
ing a nd underst anding t his ow ner’s ma nual.
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, 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 authorized 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 prac-
tice 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.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed
to operating the scooter safely.
MODIFICATIONS
Pride has designed and engineered your scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility. However, under
no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function of your scooter.
WARNIN G! Do not modify your scoote r in a ny w a y not authorized by Pride . Do not use
ac c essorie s if the y ha ve not be e n t est e d or approve d for Pride produc ts.
REMOVABLE PARTS
WARNIN G! Do not a tt e m pt to lift or move your sc oote r by a ny of it s rem ovable pa rt s,
inc luding the arm rest s, sea t , or shroud.
PRE-RIDE 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.

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Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter:
Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated
on each tire if equipped with pneumatic tires.
Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
Check all harness connections. Make sure they are secured properly.
Check the brakes.
Check battery charge.
If you discover a problem, contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance.
TIRE INFLATION
If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least
once a week. Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tires and help ensure the smooth
operation of your scooter.
WARNIN G! It is c rit ic ally importa nt tha t t he psi/bar/k Pa air pre ssure ra t ing indic a t ed on
the t ire be ma inta ined in pne uma t ic tire s at a ll t im e s. Do not unde rinflat e or overinflat e
your t ire s. Low pre ssure may re sult in loss of c ontrol, a nd ove rinflat e d t ire s m ay burst.
Fa ilure t o mainta in the psi/bar/k Pa air pre ssure rating indic a te d on the pne uma t ic t ires
at all t ime s m a y re sult in tire and/or w he el fa ilure .
WARNIN G! Infla te your scooter t ires from a re gula t ed air source w it h a n a vaila ble pre s-
sure ga uge . I nfla t ing your tire s from a n unregula te d a ir sourc e c ould ove rinflat e t hem,
re sult ing in a burst tire .
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Your scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Refer to the specifications table for information.
Keep in mind that the maximum weight capacity includes the combined weight of the user and any acces-
sories mounted to the scooter.
MAN DATORY ! St ay w it hin the spe c ifie d w e ight capa c it y for your sc oote r. Ex ce e ding t he
w eight c a pa c ity voids your w arra nty. Pride w ill not be he ld responsible for injuries and/
or prope rt y dam age re sulting from fa ilure to obse rve w eight lim it at ions.
WARNIN G! Do not ca rry passenge rs on your sc oote r. Carrying pa ssenge rs on your
sc oote r m a y affe c t the ce nt er of gravit y, re sulting in a tip or a fa ll.
INCLINE INFORMATION
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 cor-
nering skills on your scooter.
Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
Take wide swings with your scooter 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.
When driving down a ramp, keep the scooter’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to
ensure a safely controlled descent.
Avoid sudden stops and starts.
NOTE: If the tire on your scooter lists the psi rating only, use the following conversion formulas to find
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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.
WARN ING! When on a ny sort of a n incline or de c line , ne ve r pla c e the sc oot e r in
fre ew he e l mode , espe c ia lly w he n seat e d on it or st anding ne x t to it .
WARN ING! Whe n c lim bing a n incline , do not zigzag or drive a t a n a ngle up the
fa c e of the incline . Drive your scoot e r st raight up t he incline . T his gre a tly
re duce s the possibility of a tip or a fa ll. Alw a ys e xe rc ise ex t rem e ca ution w he n
ne gotia ting a n inc line.
WARN ING! Do not drive your sc oote r ac ross t he side of a n incline or dia gona lly up
or dow n an incline ; do not st op, if possible , w hile driving up or dow n an inc line .
WARN ING! Y ou should not trave l up or dow n a pote ntia lly haza rdous inc line (i.e .,
are as covere d w it h snow , ic e, cut gra ss, or w e t lea ves).
WARN ING! Eve n though your sc oot e r is capa ble of clim bing slope s great e r tha n
those list ed in t he product spe c ific at ions, do not , unde r a ny c ircum stanc e s,
ex c eed t he incline guidelines or a ny othe r spec ific a tions pre se nt e d in this m an-
ua l. Doing so c ould c a use inst a bility in your sc oot e r.
Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all countries, and therefore do
not necessarily share the same standard percent of slope. Other inclines may be natural or, if man-made,
not designed specifically for scooters.
Tests were conducted with the scooter’s seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on the seat base
to its farthest rearward position. Use the specification 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.
WARNIN G! Any att e mpt to clim b or desc end a slope ste e pe r tha n w hat is list e d in the
product spe c ific at ions m a y put your sc oot e r in an unsta ble posit ion and c ause it to t ip.
WARNIN G! Ne ver c arry a n ox yge n t ank w eighing m ore tha n 6 .8 k g (15 lbs.). N e ver fill t he
front or re ar ba sket w it h c ont ent s e x c eeding 6 .8 kg (15 lbs.).

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Figure 2. Increased Stability Driving Position
Figure 1. Normal Driving Position
When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 1 and 2. This shifts the center of
gravity of you and your scooter toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.
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" approx-
imately 1 meter (3 feet) before the brake engages.
CORNERING INFORMATION
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.
WARNIN G! Whe n cornering sha rply, re duce your spe e d a nd ma intain a st able c ent e r of
gra vit y. When using your sc oot e r a t highe r spee ds, do not corner sha rply. T his gre a tly
re duce s t he possibilit y of a tip or fa ll.
BRAKING INFORMATION
Your scooter is equipped with these powerful brake systems:
Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the
center/stop position.
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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HANDBRAKE LEVER
The handbrake lever contains hydraulic fluid. When the lever is depressed, the fluid is pushed through the
brake line to engage the brake pads against the brake discs. The handbrake lever is a completely sealed
unit, meaning that the hydraulic fluid should not leak; however, there are certain safety measures that
should be taken if the handbrake lever becomes cracked or damaged.
Do not touch spilled material unless wearing protective equipment, such as safety goggles and gloves.
For small spills, cover the material with dry earth, sand, or other non-combustible absorbent material.
Once absorbed, enclose the material in a plastic bag and contact your local waste disposal agency for
proper disposal measures. Do not expose the material to waterways or sewers.
If the eyes are exposed, check for and remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with cool, clean, low-pressure
water while occasionally lifting and lowering the eyelids. Seek medical attention if excessive tearing,
redness, or pain persists.
If the skin is exposed, remove all contaminated clothing. Wipe off excess material and wash exposed
skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention if skin appears damaged or if irritation persists.
Thoroughly clean contaminated clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated leather goods.
If ingested, do not induce vomiting or give anything to drink unless directed to by a physician. Never
give anything by mouth to a person who is not fully conscious. Seek medical attention immediately.
If inhaled, move the affected individual to fresh air. If the affected individual is not breathing, imme-
diately begin rescue breathing. If breathing is difficult, 100% humidified oxygen should be adminis-
tered by a qualified individual. Seek medical attention immediately and keep the affected individual
warm and at rest.
If ignited, use dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, or water fog to extinguish.
WARN ING! Do not modify t he handbra k e leve r or a tt e mpt t o repla ce the hydra ulic fluid.
If da ma ge oc curs, follow t he safe t y informat ion in t his se c t ion a nd c ont a ct your aut ho-
rized Pride Provide r for handbrak e re pla c eme nt . The hydra ulic ha ndbra k e should only be
se rvic ed or re pla c ed by your a ut horized Pride Provider.
WARN ING! The handbrak e c onta ins hydraulic fluid t hat ca n c ause m ild sk in, eye , a nd
na sa l/bronchia l irrit ation. Do not a t te m pt t o a djust or service t he handbrak e w it hout
proper prot ect ive equipme nt such a s sa fe t y goggle s and gloves, a nd w a sh hands a fter
handling.
OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES
Your scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions—dry, level sur-
faces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes that there will be times when
you will encounter 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.
Avoid driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.
Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.
Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
Do not use your scooter in fresh or salt water.
Do not use your scooter at the edge of a stream, lake, or ocean
If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS
WARN ING! You should not opera t e your sc oot e r on public stre e ts a nd roa dw ays. Be
aw are t ha t it m ay be difficult for t raffic t o se e you w he n you are se at e d on your sc oote r.
Obe y a ll loc al pe dest rian t raffic rules. Wa it until your pa t h is cle a r of tra ffic , a nd the n
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STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, CURBS, ETC.)
WARN ING! Do not drive ne a r ra ise d surfa c e s, unprot e c te d ledge s, and/or drop-offs (c urbs,
porc he s, sta irs, e t c.).
WARN ING! Do not a t tem pt to ha ve your scoot e r clim b or de sc end a n obsta c le tha t is
inordina t ely high.
WARN ING! Do not a t t em pt to ha ve your scoot er proce e d ba ck w a rd dow n any st ep, c urb,
or ot her obstac le . This ma y c a use the sc oot er to t ip.
WARN ING! Be sure your scoot er is tra veling pe rpe ndic ular t o any c urb you m a y be
re quire d t o asc e nd or de sce nd. See figures 3 and 3 A.
WARN ING! Eve n t hough your sc oote r m a y be c a pable of handling great e r obst a cle s, Pride
re c omm e nds tha t you do not at t e mpt t o ne got ia te a curb t hat ha s a height great e r t ha n
5 cm (2 in.). Doing so could ca use inst a bilit y in your sc oote r.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
Exposure of your scooter to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If sud-
denly caught up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your scooter, proceed to shelter at the
earliest opportunity. Thoroughly dry your scooter before storing, charging, or operating your scooter.
PROH IBI T ED! Ope rat ing in ra in, snow , sa lt, m ist/spra y condit ions, a nd on icy/slippe ry sur-
fa c es ca n ca use da m age t o the sc oot e r and ele c tric al syste m . M ainta in a nd store your
sc oote r in a dry a nd c lean c ondit ion.
WARN ING! Prolonge d ex posure t o hot or cold conditions ma y affe c t the t e mpe rat ure of
upholst e red a nd non-upholst ere d it em s on t he sc oot e r, possibly re sult ing in sk in irrit a-
tion. Ex erc ise ca ut ion w he n using your sc oote r in e x t rem e ly hot or c old condit ions or
w he n e x posing your sc oot e r t o direc t sunlight for prolonged pe riods of t im e.
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FREEWHEEL MODE
Your scooter is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that, when engaged, allows the scooter to be
pushed. For more information about how to place your scooter into and out of freewheel mode, see III.
“Your Scooter.”
WARNI NG! When your sc oot e r is in fre ew he el mode, t he brak ing syst em is dise nga ge d.
 Disenga ge the drive mot ors only on a leve l surfa ce .
 Ensure the key is re move d from the ke y sw it ch.
 St and t o t he side of the sc oot e r t o enga ge or dise ngage fre ew he el mode . Ne ver sit on
a scoot er t o do t his.
 Aft er you ha ve finishe d pushing your scoot e r, a lw a ys re turn it to t he drive mode t o loc k
the bra ke s.
An added feature built into the scooter is “push-too-fast” protection which safeguards the scooter against
gaining excessive speed while in freewheel mode.
“Push-too-fast” operates differently depending on which of two conditions exists:
If the key is switched “off” while in freewheel mode, the scooter’s controller activates regenerative
braking when the scooter is pushed faster than a maximum threshold which has been preprogrammed.
In this case, the controller is acting as a speed governor.
If the key is switched “on” while in freewheel mode, you will encounter considerable resistance at any
speed. This prevents the scooter from gaining unwanted momentum should the manual freewheel lever
inadvertently be released while driving the scooter.
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator.
WARNI NG! Do not use your sc oot e r t o ne gotia t e ste ps or e sca la tors.
DOORS
Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.
Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push-bar.
Drive your scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open. Or drive your scooter gently and
slowly backwards to pull the door open.
ELEVATORS
Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that, when pushed, reopens the door(s).
If you are in the doorway of an elevator when the door(s) begin to close, push on the rubber door edge
or allow the rubber door edge to contact the scooter and the door will reopen.
Use care that pocketbooks, packages, or scooter accessories do not become caught in elevator doors.
NOTE: If your scooter’s turning radius is greater than 152.4 cm (60 in.) it may be difficult to maneuver
in lifts and building entrances. Use caution when attempting to turn or maneuvre your scooter in small
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LIFT SYSTEMS/ELEVATION PRODUCTS
If you will be transporting your scooter during travel, you may find it necessary to use a vehicle-mounted
lift system or elevation product to aid in transportation. Pride recommends that you closely review the
warnings, instructions, specifications, and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift/
elevation product before using that product.
WARN IN G! Not all lift syst em s/ele vat ion product s a re ra t e d for use w it h an oc c upie d
mobilit y de vice . Pride rec om me nds tha t you do not rem a in se a te d in your scoot er w he n
it is be ing use d in c onne c t ion w it h any t ype of lift syst e m/ele vat ion produc t unless:
 Tha t produc t is ra te d for occ upie d use by t he manufa cture r.
 You are a ble t o oc cupy your m obilit y devic e in st ric t conform it y w it h t he w arnings,
inst ruc t ions, spe c ific a t ions, a nd sa fety guide line s se t fort h by t he ma nufac t urer.
WARN IN G! Alw ays turn off the pow er to t he sc oot e r w he n you are be ing tra nsfe rre d via
an e leva t ion produc t . Failure to do so ma y re sult in a cc ident a l thrott le c ontrol leve r con-
ta c t, re sult ing in uninte nded m ovem e nt and pe rsona l injury or produc t da ma ge .
BATTERIES
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information.
MAN DAT ORY! Bat t ery posts, t e rm inals, a nd re lat e d acc e ssorie s cont ain le a d
and lea d c ompounds. We ar goggles a nd glove s w he n ha ndling ba tt e ries a nd
w ash ha nds a fte r ha ndling.
WARN IN G! Sc oote r ba tte ries a re he a vy. Se e spe c ific ations t able . I f you are
una ble t o lift t ha t muc h w e ight , be sure to ge t he lp. Use prope r lifting te chnique s
and a void lift ing be yond your ca pa cit y.
WARN IN G! Alw ays prot e ct t he ba tt e rie s from free zing and ne ver cha rge a froze n
ba t te ry. Cha rging a frozen ba t te ry m ay re sult in da ma ge to t he ba t tery.
WARN IN G! Connec t the bat t e ry ha rnesse s in the proper m a nner. RED (+) c ables
must be connect e d t o positive (+) ba tte ry t e rm inals/post s. BLACK (-) c a ble s m ust
be conne cte d t o ne ga tive (-) ba t t ery t e rminals/post s. Prot e ct ive ca ps should be
insta lled ove r all ba t te ry t erm ina ls. REPLACE c a ble s im mediat e ly if da m a ged.
BATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING
If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag. Contact your local
waste disposal agency or your authorized Pride Provider for instructions on disposal and battery recycling,
which is our recommended course of action.
PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT
WARN IN G! If you ant icipa t e being sea t e d in a sta t iona ry posit ion for a n ex t e nde d pe riod
of t ime , t urn off the pow e r. T his w ill pre ve nt une x pec t ed m otion from ina dvert e nt throt tle
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II. SAFETY
MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT
Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your scooter while traveling in a motor vehicle. The
scooter should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed
and properly secured. In addition, all removable scooter parts, including the armrests, seat, and shroud
should be removed and/or properly secured during motor vehicle transport.
WARNIN G! Alt hough your sc oot e r ma y be e quippe d w it h a posit ioning belt , t his be lt is not
de signe d t o provide prope r re stra int during m ot or vehic le t ransport . Anyone t rave ling in
a motor ve hic le should be properly sec ured in t he motor vehic le se at w it h sa fet y be lts
fa st ene d secure ly.
WARNIN G! Do not sit on your sc oot e r w hile it is in a m oving ve hicle .
WARNIN G! Alw ays be sure your sc oote r a nd its batt e rie s a re prope rly sec ured w he n it is
be ing tra nsporte d. Bat t erie s should be se cure d in a n upright posit ion a nd prot e ct ive ca ps
should be inst a lle d on t he bat t ery t e rmina ls. Ba tte ries should not be t ransport e d w ith a ny
fla m ma ble or com bust ible it em s.
GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER
Getting onto and off of your scooter requires a good sense of balance. Please observe the following safety
tips when getting onto and off of your scooter:
Remove the key from the key switch.
Ensure that your scooter is not in freewheel mode. See III. “Your Scooter.”
Make certain that the seat is secured into place.
Pivot the armrests up to make getting onto and off of the scooter easier.
WARNIN G! Posit ion yourse lf a s fa r ba ck as possible in the sc oote r sea t t o preve nt t he
sc oote r from tipping.
WARNIN G! Avoid putt ing all of your w eight on t he scoot e r arm re st s a nd do not use the
arm rest s for w e ight be a ring purpose s, suc h a s t ra nsfe rs. Such use m ay ca use the
sc oote r t o t ip, result ing in a fa ll from the scoot e r and personal injury.
WARNIN G! Avoid putt ing all of your w eight on t he floorboa rd. Suc h use m ay c a use the
sc oote r to tip.
REACHING AND BENDING
Avoid reaching or bending while driving your scooter. Bending forward creates the risk of accidental
throttle control lever contact. Bending to the side while seated creates the risk of tipping. It is important to
maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the scooter from tipping. Pride recommends that the scooter
user determine his/her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified
attendant.
WARNIN G! Do not be nd, le a n, or re a ch for objec ts if you ha ve to pic k them up from the
sc oote r dec k or from e ithe r side of t he sc oot e r. M ove me nts suc h as t he se ma y cha nge
your c ent e r of gra vity a nd t he w e ight dist ribut ion of t he sc oot er and c a use your scoot er
to t ip.
PROH IBI T ED! Keep your ha nds aw ay from the tire s w he n driving. Be a w are t hat loose
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II. SAFETY
POSITIONING BELTS
Your authorized Pride Provider, therapist(s), and other healthcare professionals are responsible for deter-
mining your requirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your scooter safely.
WARNIN G! If you re quire a posit ioning be lt t o sa fely ope rat e your sc oot e r, ma k e sure it
is fa ste ne d sec urely.
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS/PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS
The scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his/her scooter. This includes
awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over-the-counter drugs or when the user has specific
physical limitations.
WARNIN G! Consult your physic ia n if you a re ta k ing pre scribed or ove r-the -c ount er me di-
ca t ion or if you ha ve c e rta in physic al lim it a t ions. Some me dicat ions a nd limit ations m ay
im pair your ability t o opera t e your sc oote r in a sa fe m a nner.
ALCOHOL/SMOKING
The scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his/her scooter. This includes
awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol or while smoking.
WARNIN G! Do not opera te your sc oot er w hile you are unde r t he influenc e of a lcohol, as
this ma y impa ir your a bilit y to drive safe ly.
WARNIN G! Pride st rongly rec omm e nds tha t you do not sm oke c igare t te s w hile se a ted in
your scoot e r, a lthough the sc oot er has pa ssed t he ne ce ssary test ing re quire m ent s for
cigare t te sm ok ing. Y ou m ust a dhe re to t he follow ing sa fety guide line s if you de c ide t o
sm ok e ciga ret t es w hile se a te d in your scoot e r.
 Do not le ave lit ciga rett e s una t t ende d.
 Ke ep a sht ra ys a safe dista nce from the se at cushions.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC AND RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (EMI/RFI)
WARN ING! Laborat ory te st s have show n t ha t e lec t rom a gne t ic and ra dio fre que nc y
w a ves c a n have an a dverse affe c t on t he pe rform anc e of ele c t ric ally-pow e red mobility
ve hic le s.
Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones, mobile
two-way radios (such as walkie-talkies), radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters,
wireless computer links, microwave signals, paging transmitters, and medium-range mobile transceivers
used by emergency vehicles. In some cases, these waves can cause unintended movement or damage to
the control system. Every electrically-powered mobility vehicle has an immunity (or resistance) to EMI.
The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection against EMI. This product has been tested and
has passed at an immunity level of 20 V/M.
WARN ING! Be aw a re tha t ce ll phone s, t w o-w ay radios, la pt ops, and ot her t ypes of ra dio
tra nsm itte rs m ay c a use unint e nded m ovem e nt of your e le c t ric a lly-pow e re d m obilit y
ve hic le due to EMI . Ex erc ise ca ution w he n using a ny of the se ite m s w hile ope rat ing your
mobilit y ve hicle and a void c oming int o c lose prox im it y of ra dio and T V st ations.
WARN ING! T he addit ion of a c c essorie s or c omponent s t o the ele c tric ally-pow e red mobil-
it y vehicle c a n inc rease t he susc e pt ibilit y of the ve hic le t o EM I . Do not m odify your
sc oot e r in a ny w ay not authorize d by Pride .
WARN ING! The elect ric a lly-pow ere d mobilit y ve hicle itse lf c an dist urb t he pe rform a nce
of ot her ele c trical de vic e s loc a t ed ne arby, suc h a s alarm syste m s.
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
The tiller console houses all of the controls needed to drive your scooter, including the speed adjustment
dial, key switch, battery condition meter, horn buttons, turn signal buttons, handbrake lever, tiller adjust-
ment lever, Hi-Lo switch, and the throttle control lever. See figure 4.
PROHIBI T ED! Do not ex pose the tiller c onsole t o moisture . In the e vent t ha t the t ille r
console does be c ome expose d to m oisture , do not att e m pt to opera t e your scoot er unt il
the tille r console ha s drie d t horoughly.
Figure 4. Tiller Console Components
SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL
HORN BUTTON
BATTERY CONDITION METER
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
Speed Adjustment Dial
This dial allows you to preselect and limit your scooter’s top speed.
The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting.
The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting.
Key Switch
Insert the key into the key switch and turn it clockwise to power up (turn on) your scooter.
Turn the key counterclockwise to power down (turn off) your scooter.
WARNIN G! I f t he key is t urne d t o the “off” posit ion w hile your sc oot e r is in motion, the
ele ct ronic bra k es w ill e nga ge and your sc oot e r w ill c ome t o an abrupt st op!
Battery Condition Meter
When the key is fully inserted and turned clockwise to power up your scooter, this meter indicates the
approximate battery voltage strength. For further information on battery charging, see IV. “Batteries and
Charging.”
RIGHT TURN SIGNAL BUTTON
KEY SWITCH
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
HORN BUTTON
RIGHT TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR
LEFT TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR
LIGHTS SWITCH
HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH
LEFT TURN SIGNAL BUTTON
TILLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER
HANDBRAKE LEVER
STATUS LED
HI-LO SWITCH