Pride Mobility INFMANU1208 owner manual S a F E T Y, General, Modifications

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I I . S A F E T Y

GENERAL

WARNING! Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual.

Your Scooter 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 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 practice operating the scooter in the presence of a trained attendant.Atrained 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 scooter safely.

MODIFICATIONS

Pride has designed and engineered your scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility.Awide range of acces- sories is available from your authorized 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 scooter.

WARNING! Do not modify your scooter in any way not authorized by Pride. Unauthorized modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.

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.

ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS

Your scooter’s road performance features may be influenced by electromagnetic fields caused by cellular tele- phones or other radiating devices, such as hand-held radios, radio and television stations, wireless computer links, microwave sources, and paging transmitters. Learn more about this topic in III. “ EMI-RFI.”

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Contents Ultimate In Style & Performance F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S N T E N T S N T R O D U C T I O N Information ExchangePride Owners Club My Authorized Pride Provider IsQuick Reference Information Modifications S a F E T YGeneral Removable Parts Electromagnetic FieldsTire Inflation PRE-RIDE Safety CheckWeight Limitations Incline InformationWheel Maximum Recommended Cornering Information Braking InformationOutdoor Driving Surfaces Correct Curb ApproachDoors Inclement Weather Precautions Freewheel ModeStairs and Escalators ElevatorsBatteries Battery Disposal and RecyclingLIFT/ELEVATION Products Motor Vehicle TransportPrescription DRUGS/PHYSICAL Limitations Getting Onto and OFF of Your ScooterReaching and Bending AlcoholI . E M I / R F EMI/RFI Frequently Asked Questions FaqsWhere do radio waves come from? EMI/RFI WarningsWhat is the FDA doing about the problem? Are all electric mobility vehicles susceptible to EMI/RFI?What should I do if my mobility vehicle moves unexpectedly? Specification S Celebrity DimensionsLength Control Console Assembly O U R C E L E B R I T YLight Switch Key SwitchBattery Condition Meter Speed Control DialRear Section Onboard Battery ChargerElectronic Controller Assembly BatteriesMotor/Transaxle Assembly Manual Freewheel LeverAnti-Tip Wheels B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Follow these easy steps to charge your Batteries safelyCan I use a different charger? How does the charger work?What does the LED on the charger indicate? How often must I charge the batteries?What type and size of battery should I use? Why do my new batteries seem weak?How can I ensure maximum battery life? How should I store my Celebrity and its batteries?What about public transportation? Before Getting Onto Your Scooter PRE-RIDE Adjustments and ChecksI . O P E R a T I O N Getting Onto Your ScooterRemove the key from the key switch Power Down Timer FeatureGetting OFF of Your Scooter FRONT-TO-BACK Seat Adjustment Tiller Angle AdjustmentSeat Height Adjustment I I . C O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T SArmrest Height Adjustment Armrest Width AdjustmentPower Seat Optional Disassembly D I S a S S E M B LY a N D a S S E M B LYDisconnecting The Lighting Harness Assembly P T I O N a L a C C E S S O R I E S B a S I C Troubleshooting What if all the systems on my Celebrity seem to be dead?What if the motor runs but my Celebrity does not move? I . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C E CONSOLE, CHARGER, and Rear Electronics Storing Your ScooterONE-YEAR Limited Warranty THREE-YEAR Limited WarrantyTHREE-YEAR Warranty Exceptions Warranty ExclusionsT E S Susquehanna Ave. Exeter, PA 18643