I X . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
WHEEL REPLACEMENT
If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires and you have a flat tire, you can have the tube replaced. If your scooter is equipped with a solid tire insert, either the solid insert or the entire wheel must be replaced depending on the model. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information regarding replacement wheels for your scooter.
| WARNING! Wheels on your scooter |
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| should only be serviced/replaced by |
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| an authorized Pride Provider or |
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| qualified technician. |
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Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair |
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for solid tires: |
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1. | Remove the key from the key switch. | Figure 23. Solid Tire Wheel Removal |
2. | Elevate the side of the scooter of which you are |
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| removing the tire. Place wooden blocks under the |
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| frame to elevate the scooter. |
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3. | Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the |
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| axle. See figure 23. |
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4. | Pull the wheel off the axle. |
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5. | Slide the new wheel back onto the axle. |
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6. | Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer onto the |
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| axle and tighten. |
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7. | Remove the block from beneath the scooter. |
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ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS
The front tiller shroud, front shroud, and the rear shroud are formed from durable ABS plastic and are coated with an advanced formula urethane paint.
A light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss.
AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
These items are all prelubricated, sealed, and require no subsequent lubrication.
MOTOR BRUSHES
The motor brushes are housed inside of the motor transaxle/assembly. They should be inspected periodi- cally for wear by your authorized Pride Provider.
CONSOLE, CHARGER, AND REAR ELECTRONICS
Keep these areas free of moisture.
Allow these areas to dry thoroughly if they have been exposed to moisture before operating your scooter again.
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