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    Exeter , P A St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586 www .pridemobility .com The Ultimate In S tyle & Performance ® A TTENTION: Please read the content of your owners manual before operating your scooter . Owner ’ s Manual[...]

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    SAFETY GUIDELINES Copyright © 2003 Pride Mobility Products Corp. Please read and follow all instructions in this owner s manual before attempting to operate your scooter for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for setup, contact your authorized Pride Provider . Using[...]

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    3 W rangler CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4 I I . SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6 III. EMI/RFI .......................[...]

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    4 W rangler I. INTRODUCTION W elcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pride PMV (Personal Mobility V ehicle). Y our PMV 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[...]

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    5 W rangler 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 o[...]

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    6 W rangler 5˚ 400lbs. II. SAFETY As you begin to use your W rangler during your daily activities, you will encounter situations that may require some practice. Simply take your time as you operate your W rangler and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and ove[...]

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    7 W rangler II. SAFETY FIGURE 3. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION FIGURE 2. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION The controlled tests show that, when you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 3. This shifts the center of gravity of you and your W rangler toward the front of the PMV for improved stability . Y our W rangler was de[...]

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    8 W rangler II. SAFETY n Do not exceed the specifications in this manual. n Do not carry passengers on your W rangler under any circumstances. n Never drive your W rangler across the side of a hill or diagonally up or down a hill; do not stop, if possible, while driving up or down an incline. n Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the flo[...]

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

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    10 W rangler Are all PMVs susceptible to EMI/RFI? Each make and model of electric PMV differs in its ability to resist EMI/RFI. That is, each PMV has a particular level of resistance to EMI/RFI. This resistance is measured in volts per meter (V/m). A higher resistance level offers greater protection against EMI/RFI. In other words, an electric PMV [...]

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    11 W rangler 77" 16" 18" 25" 31" 63" T urning Radius 7" 2" 25"- 28" 8" 52.5" 19"- 23" 80˚ IV . SPECIFICA TIONS FIGURE 4. WRANGLER DIMENSIONS[...]

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    12 W rangler Model Numbers: PMV600CRED, PMV600FGRN, PMV600VBLU, PMV600CHMP , PMV620 (Silverado: OBLK), PMV650 (Golf Edition:GRN) Length 63.5 in. W id t h 31 in. T ir es T ype: Pneumatic Front: 6in. x 13in., Rear: 6 in. x 13 in. W eight Capacity 400 lbs. maximum Battery T ype (not included) T wo 12V , 100AH, SLA (sealed lead-acid) 63 lbs. (each) Hor[...]

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    13 W rangler Y our W rangler is an indoor/outdoor motorized electric PMV designed to enhance your personal mobility . It was designed to travel primarily on smooth surfaces such as sidewalks, roads, parking lots, floors, and driveways. For easy transportation or storage, you can disassemble your W rangler into six (6) components. See figure 5. V . [...]

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    14 W rangler K ey Switc h This switch enables you to power up (turn on) and power down (turn off) your W rangler . n Fully insert the key into the key switch to power up your W rangler . n Pull the key out to power down your W rangler . Tiller Adjustment Lever This lever allows you to adjust the tiller between four different positions. For tiller a[...]

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    15 W rangler REAR SECTION The electronic controller module, batteries, main circuit breaker , power charger cord, freewheel levers, and the motor assemblies are located on the rear section of your W rangler . See figures 7 and 7A. Batteries The batteries store the electrical energy that powers your W rangler . For directions on charging your batter[...]

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    16 W rangler V . DESCRIPTION Manual F r eew heel Lev er s Whenever you want to push your W rangler for short distances, you can put it in manual freewheel mode. The manual freewheel levers are located on the end of the motors at the rear of the W rangler . See figure 7A. n Push down on the manual freewheel levers to disable the drive system and the[...]

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    17 W rangler Y our W rangler requires two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Recharge the batteries with the convenient onboard battery charger . T wo important points to remember are: n Char ge your W rangler  s batteries with the supplied onboard battery charger prior to using it for the first tim[...]

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    18 W rangler VI. BA TTERIES AND CHAR GING FREQUENTL Y ASKED QUESTIONS (F AQ S ) How does the charger work? When your W rangler  s battery voltage is low , the charger works harder and sends more electrical current to the batteries to bring up their char ge. As the voltage of the batteries approaches a full charge, the charger sends less electric[...]

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    19 W rangler VI. BA TTERIES AND CHARGING What type and size of battery should I use? W e recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both sealed lead-acid (SLA) and gel cell are deep-cycle batteries that are similar in performance in your W rangler . Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable caps. CAUTION! Do not [...]

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    20 W rangler Why do my new batteries seem weak? Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium bat- teries (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. W [...]

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    21 W rangler VI. BA TTERIES AND CHARGING For prolonged storage, you may wish to place several boards under the frame of your W rangler to raise it of f the ground and take the weight off the tires. This reduces the possibility of flat spots developing on the areas of the tires contacting the ground. Familiarize yourself with the following checklist[...]

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    22 W rangler VII. OPERA TION PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS n Have you fully charged the batteries? See VI. Batteries and Charging. n Are the manual freewheel levers in the drive (up) mode? See V . Description. Never leave the freewheel levers pushed down unless you are manually pushing your W rangler . n Is your proposed path clear of[...]

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    23 W rangler GETTING OFF OF Y OUR WRANGLER 1. Bring your W rangler to a complete stop. 2. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 3. Push down on the seat rotation lever to unlock the seat and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your W rangler; release the seat rotation lever to lock the seat securely in place.[...]

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    24 W rangler VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Y ou can adjust the tiller angle to four different locking positions. 1. Pull up on the tiller adjustment lever . See figure 10. 2. Move the tiller to a comfortable position. 3 . Release the tiller adjustment lever . The tiller will remain in that position. NOTE: In order to lower the t[...]

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    25 W rangler VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS HEADREST FIGURE13. SEATBACK AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENTS LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT DIAL SEA T BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER If your W rangler is equipped with a high-back seat, the head- rest height can be adjusted to several positions. 1 . Pulling up on the headrest will raise its position. See figure 13. 2. Pushing down[...]

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    26 W rangler VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT The armrests of your W rangler can be adjusted upward or downward. See figure 15. n By turning the adjustment dial, the armrest will either raise or lower . The armrests also pivot upward to make getting on and of f of your W rangler easier . NOTE: If your W rangler is not equipped wit[...]

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    27 W rangler REAR BASKET MIRROR OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concerning these optional accessories, see your authorized Pride Mobility Products Corporation Provider . IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (REAR) GOLF BAG HOLDER FLAG CUP HOLDRER[...]

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    28 W rangler X . BASIC T ROUBLESHOO 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 longe[...]

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    29 W rangler XI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance. TIRE PRESSURE: n W e recommend you maintain the tire pressure at 14 psi for optimum performance. WARNING! Overinflating a tire can cause it to explode. TIRE CONDITION AND TREAD WEAR: n Regularly inspect your W rangler  s tires for s[...]

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    30 W rangler XII. WARRANTY THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components, including platform, fork, seat post, and frame. Drive train, including transaxle, motor , and brake. n First year: 100% replacement of parts cost n Second year: 67% replacement of parts cost n Third year: 50% replacement of parts cost THREE-YEAR WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS [...]

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    31 W rangler XII. WARRANTY 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 c[...]

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    INFMANU1 138/REV I/JANUARY 2003 1 82 Susquehanna A venue Exeter , P A 18643 1-800-800-8586 www .pridemobility .com[...]