Pride Victory User manual

Owner’s Manual
The Ultimate In Style & Performance
®
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
www.pridemobility.com
ATTENTION:
Read everything
in this manual
before operating
your scooter.

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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 set-up, 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 © 2002
Pride Mobility Products Ltd.
INFMANU 1956/REV B/OCTOBER 2002

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contents
I. INTROD CTION......................................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 15
IV. YO R VICTORY ........................................................................................................................ 1
V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 22
VI. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 26
VII. COMFORT ADJ STMENTS................................................................................................ 2
VIII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 29
IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................. 31
X. BASIC TRO BLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 32
XI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 33
XII. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................... 34
CONTENTS

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I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products 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, attractive 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
following the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommenda-
tions 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 you are unable 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 Ltd.
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA

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MY AUTHORISED PRIDE PROVIDER IS:
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION:
Scooter Model:________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number:__________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or owners manual, write to us and we
will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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GENERAL
Your Victory is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an exten-
sive 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 lifts, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to
operating the Victory safely.
MODIFICATIONS
Pride has designed and engineered your Victory 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 Victory.
WARNING! Do not modify your scooter in any way not authorised by Pride. Unauthorised
modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.
WARNING! Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading and
understanding this owners manual.
REMOVABLE PARTS
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your scooter by any of its removable parts. Personal injury
and damage to the scooter may result.

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PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK
Get to know the feel of your Victory 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 Victory:
nCheck for proper tyre inflation (if equipped with pneumatic tyres).
nCheck all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
nCheck all harness connections (battery, front-to-rear). Make sure they are secured properly.
nCheck the brakes.
nCheck battery charge.
If you discover a problem, contact your authorised Pride Provider for assistance.
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 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(s) 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 Victory.
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 Victory. Carrying passengers may result in personal
injury and/or property damage.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Your scooter is rated for a maximum 136-kg/21 stone (300-lb.) weight limit.
TYRE INFLATION
If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tyres, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least once
a week. Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tyres and help ensure the smooth operation of your
scooter.
WARNING! It is critically important that 30-35 psi (2-2.5 bar) tyre pressure be maintained in
pneumatic tyres at all times. Failure to maintain 30-35 psi (2-2.5 bar) tyre pressure in pneumatic
tyres at all times may result in catastrophic tyre and/or wheel failure, causing serious personal
injury and/or damage to your scooter.
WARNING! Inflate your scooter drive tyres from a regulated air source with an available pressure
gauge. Maximum air pressure for scooter drive tyres is 30-35 psi (2-2.5 bar). Inflating your tyres from
an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting in a burst tyre and/or personal injury.

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Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Incline Angles (3-wheel) Figure 1A. Maximum Recommended Incline Angles
(4-wheel)
(200-250 lbs.) (300 lbs.)
(150 lbs.)
68 kg/11
stone 90-113 kg/
14-18 stone 136 kg/21
stone 68 kg/
11 stone 90 kg/ 14 stone 113 kg/ 18 stone 136 kg/ 21 stone
(250 lbs.) (300 lbs.)
(200 lbs.)
(150 lbs.)
8.7%
10.5%
12.3% 8.7%
10.5%
12.3%14.1%
68 kg/
11 stone
(150 lbs)
12.3%
90 - 113 kg/
11-18 stone
(200-250 lbs)
10.5%
136 kg/
21 stone
(300 lbs)
8.7%
68 kg/
11 stone
(150 lbs)
14.1%
90 kg/
16 stone
(200 lbs)
12.3%
113 kg/
18 stone
(250 lbs)
10.5%
136 kg/
21 stone
(300 lbs)
8.7%
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 scooter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 a slope steeper than what is 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.
WARNING! Never carry 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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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.
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.
Figure 2A. Increased S abili y Driving Posi ion
Figure 2. Normal Driving Posi ion
When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 2A. This shifts the center 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.
BRAKING INFORMATION
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 center/
stop position.
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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KERB
OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES
Your Victory 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.
STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, KERBS, ETC.)
WARNING! Do not drive near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges, and/or drop-offs (kerbs, porches,
stairs, etc.).
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter climb or descend an obstacle that is inordinately
high. 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 in).
Figure 3. Correc Kerb Approach Figure 3A. Incorrec Kerb Approach
KERB
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