Pride Mobility SC160VBLU manual

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    3 & 4 Wheel Scooters Owner  s Manual www .pridemobility .com Exeter , P A St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586[...]

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    2 V ictory Read and follow the instructions in this owner  s manual before attempting to operate your Scooter for the first time. If you are unable to understand any of this information or require additional assistance for setup, contact your authorized Pride provider . The following symbols will be used throughout this owner s manual to iden[...]

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    3 V ictory contents VICTORY 4 WHEEL VICTORY 3 WHEEL I . INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4 I I . SAFETY ............................................................................................................................... .......... 6 III[...]

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    4 V ictory I. INTRODUCTION W elcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pride Scooter . Y our Scooter design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, attractive styling. W e are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation will add convenience to your [...]

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    5 V ictory I. INTRODUCTION Pride Owners Club As a Pride product owner, you are invited to register your product s warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club. Y ou may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by visiting Pride s web site at www .pridemobility .com . As a registered member , each time you visit ou[...]

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    6 V ictory II. SAFETY As you begin to use your V ictory during your daily activities, you will encounter situations that, at first, may require some practice to negotiate on your V ictory Scooter . Simply take your time as you operate your V ictory and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and off of el[...]

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    7 V ictory . WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual. See pages 4, 5, 11 and 12. These tests were conducted with the V ictory s seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Y ou r V ictory s[...]

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    8 V ictory n Make certain that the seat is locked into place and that the key is removed from the key switch before getting on or off of your V ictory . Make certain that the seat is in a locked position when you are operating your V ictory . n Reduce your V ictory s speed when you are operating it on uneven terrain and soft surfaces. n Reduce y[...]

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    9 V ictory EMI/RFI WARNINGS Laboratory tests performed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have shown that radio waves can cause unintended motion of electric scooters. Radio waves are a form of electromagnetic energy (EM). When electro- magnetic energy adversely affects the operation of an electrical device, that adverse effect is called Ele[...]

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    10 V ictory What is the FDA doing about the problem? The FDA has written to electric scooter manufacturers and requested that those manufacturers test their new Scooter models to be certain that they provide a reasonable degree of resistance against EMI/RFI. The FDA has stated that all newly-manufactured models of electric scooters should have a re[...]

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    11 V ictory 4.5 " 7.5 " 12 " " " 33.5 35.5 - 19 " 17 " - 58" 16" 18" 41" 24 " 46" Length (3 Wheel Victory) 48" Length (4 Wheel Victory) 3 Wheel Victory T urning Radius 4 Wheel Victory T urning Radius 21"- 29" FIGURE 5. VICTORY DIMENSIONS IV . SPECIFICA TIONS[...]

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    12 V ictory Mod e l Num be rs Vic tory 3: SC16 0CRED; SC160 VBLU; SC160 HGRN; S C160OBL K Vic tor y 4: S C170CRE D; S C170VBL U ; SC 170 HGR N; S C17 0OB LK Len gth Vic tor y 3: 46in . Vic tor y 4: 48in . Width 24 in. Tires Type : Pne um ati c Fr ont: 3.5in. x 10i n. Rea r: 3 .5in. x 10in . Weight Ca pacity 300 lb s. Maxim u m Batter y Type (Ba tte[...]

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    13 V ictory CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBL Y The control console assembly houses all the controls you need to drive your V ictory , including the key switch, the speed adjustment dial, the throttle control lever , the battery condition meter , the horn button, and the light switch. See figure 7. Do not expose the control console assembly to moisture. In t[...]

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    14 V ictory Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your V ictory up to the maximum speed preset at the speed adjustment dial. n Place your right hand on the right handgrip and your left hand on the left handgrip. n Use your right thumb to push the right side of the lever to disengage your [...]

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    15 V ictory REAR SECTION The onboard battery char ger , the charger power cord receptacle, the battery charger fuse, the batteries, the electronic controller module, the main circuit breaker (reset button), the manual freewheel lever , and the motor/ transaxle assembly are located on the rear section of your V ictory . See figure 8. Refer to IX. ?[...]

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    16 V ictory Batteries The batteries store the electrical ener gy that powers your V ictory . See VI. Batteries and Char ging. Electronic Controller Module The electronic controller module is located behind the batteries and at the forward left corner of the V ictory s rear section. This assembly receives electrical signals from the console[...]

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    17 V ictory Manual F r eewheel Le v er Whenever you need or want to push your V ictory for short distances, you can put it in manual freewheel mode. n The manual freewheel lever is located on the end of the motor/transaxle assembly at the right rear of the V ic - tory . See figure 8. n Pull up on the manual freewheel lever to disable the drive syst[...]

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    18 V ictory VI. BA TTERIES AND CHAR GING Y our V ictory uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. They are recharged by an onboard 3-amp charging system designed for ease of use and convenience. See figure 8. n Charge your V ictory s batteries prior to using it for the first time. n Keep your batt[...]

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    19 V ictory With these considerations in mind, you can determine just how often and for how long you should char ge your V ictory s batteries. W e designed the onboard charger so that it does not overcharge your scoote r  s batteries. However , you may encounter some problems if you do not charge your batteries often enough and if you do not [...]

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    20 V ictory T o change a battery in your V ictory: 1. Remove the seat and the rear shroud. See IX. Disassembly and Assembly . 2. Remove the battery tie-down strap. 3. Disconnect the battery cables from the electronic controller . 4. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals. 5. Remove the old battery . 6. Place a new battery in[...]

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    21 V ictory How can I ensure maximum battery life? Fully char ged deep-cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life. Keep your V ictory s batteries fully charged whenever possible. Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged, infrequently charged, or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged, causin[...]

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    22 V ictory VII. OPERA TION GETTING ON Y OUR VICTO RY 1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 2. Stand at the side of your V ictory . 3. Pull up on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you. 4. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position. 5. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the se[...]

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    23 V ictory NOTE: The r ear wheel drive transaxle gives your V ictory maximum traction with minimal steering effort on your part. GETTING OFF OF Y OUR VICT OR Y 1. Bring your V ictory to a complete stop. 2. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 3. Pull up on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the[...]

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    24 V ictory TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Y ou can adjust the tiller to many positions. The tiller adjustment lever locks the tiller in place. It has a spring-loaded mechanism that enables you to rotate it and change its position. 1. T urn the tiller adjustment lever counterclockwise until it is loose. If the tiller adjustment lever comes in contact with[...]

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    25 V ictory FRO NT -TO- BA CK SEA T ADJUSTMENT Y ou can reposition the V ictory s seat forward or rearward to one of three settings to adjust the distance between the seat and the tiller . See figure 1 1. 1. Remove the seat from your V ictory . See IX. Disas- sembly and Assembly .  2. Remove the four bolts that fasten the seat to the seat [...]

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    26 V ictory The V ictory requires n o tools for disassembly . Always disassemble or assemble your V ictory on a level, dry surface with suf ficient room for you to work and move around your scooter . Keep in mind that the disassembled sections of the V ictory will take up more floor space than the assembled V ictory . IX. DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBL Y[...]

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    27 V ictory ASSEMBL Y 1 . Pull up on the manual freewheel lever . See VI. De- scription. Putting your V ictory in freewheel may make it easier for you to maneuver the rear section because the drive wheels are free to turn. 2. Position the front and rear sections of your V ictory as shown in figure 17. 3. Align the lower slots on the rear of t[...]

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    28 V ictory X. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concerning these optional accessories, see your authorized Pride provider , or call Pride Mobility Products Corporation at 1-800-800-8586.  REAR BASKET  TAILLIGHT  DOUBLE CRUTCH HOLDER  OXYGEN HOLDER  WALKER HOLDER  CANE/CRUTCH HOLDER ( BRACKET MOUNT)  CANE/CRUTCH HOLDER (ARMR[...]

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    29 V ictory XI. BASIC TR OUBLESHOO TING Any electromechanical device occasionally requires some troubleshooting. However , most of the problems that may arise can usually be solved with a bit of thought and common sense. Many of these problems occur because the batteries are not fully charged or because the batteries are worn down and can no longer[...]

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    30 V ictory XII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Y our V ictory requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below , you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride provider . The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance. TI[...]

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    31 V ictory XIII. WARRANTY THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components; including platform, fork, seat post, and frame. Drive train; including transaxle, motor , and brake. First year: 100% replacement of parts cost Second year: 67% replacement of parts cost Third year: 50% replacement of parts cost THREE-YEAR WARRANTY EX CEPTIONS T ran[...]

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    32 V ictory There is no other express warranty . Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one (1) year from the date of original purchase and to the extent permitted by law . Any and all implied warranties are excluded. This is the exclusive remedy . Liabilities for consequential da[...]

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    33 V ictory NO TES[...]

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    34 V ictory NO TES[...]

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    INFMANU1 185/REV F/FEBRUARY 2001 182 Susquehanna A venue Exeter , P A 18643 1-800-800-8586 www .pridemobility .com[...]