Pride Mobility LX12, LX11, LX10 Reaching and Bending, Batteries, Battery Disposal and Recycling

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I I . S A F E T Y

Reaching and Bending

Never reach, lean, or bend while driving your power chair. If it is absolutely necessary to reach, lean, or bend while seated on your power chair, it is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the power chair from tipping. Pride recommends that the power chair user determine his/her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional.

WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the power chair. This may cause your power chair to tip, possibly resulting in personal injury. Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving.

Batteries

In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more information about your power chair’s batteries, see VII. “Batteries and Charging.”

WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. Refer to the specifications table. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.

WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.

WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery. Charging a frozen battery may result in personal injury and/or damage to the battery.

Battery Disposal and Recycling

If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call your authorised Pride Provider for instructions on disposal. Your Pride Provider will also have the necessary information on battery recycling, which is our recommended course of action.

Preventing Unintended movement

WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time, turn off the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent joystick contact. This will also eliminate the possibility of unintended chair movement from electromagnetic (EM) sources. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.

Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations

Users must exercise care and common sense when operating a power chair. This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over-the-counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations.

WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or if you have certain physical limitations. Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner.

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Contents Healey Road Dandenong Victoria, Australia 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 ExchangeMy Authorised Pride Provider Is Pre-Ride Safety Check S a F E T YModifications Weight Limitations Tyre InflationIncline Information Braking Information Cornering InformationFreewheel Mode Outdoor Driving SurfacesStationary Obstacles Steps, Kerbs, etc Public Streets and Roadways Stairs and Escalators DoorsElevators Electromagnetic FieldsInclement Weather Precautions TransfersPositioning Belts Battery Disposal and Recycling Reaching and BendingBatteries Alcohol Removable PartsI . a S S E M B L Y UnpackingTo assemble the Pride LX Pride LX Back View Joystick/Controller Installation Y O U R P R I D E L LX10 Assembled LX11 and LX 12 are similarToolkit Electronic ConnectionsManual Park Brakes Front Electrical ConnectionsDrive Motors Disengaged Freewheel Mode Manual Freewheel LeversO M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S To remove/install the positioning belt To adjust the positioning beltSeatback Height To change the seatback heightD I S a S S E M B L Y To disassemble and fold your Pride LXTo assemble and expand your Pride LX I . B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Charging Your BatteriesWhat type of battery should I use? How often must I charge the batteries?How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? Why do my new batteries seem weak? How can I ensure maximum battery life?How should I store my Pride LX and batteries? What about public transportation?Battery Condition Meter I I . O P E R a T I O NJoystick On/Off KeyPin Connector Pin Charger Inhibit ConnectorJoystick Out Of Neutral At Power Up TroubleshootingFault Codes Flash Code Sequence Diagnosis SolutionC a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C E General GuidelinesDaily Checks Weekly ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksYearly Checks StorageTemperature TyresRear Battery Box Connector Corrective Maintenance Motor BrushesTo inspect or replace the motor brushes When to See Your Authorised Pride Provider for Service Not Covered Under Warranty Service Checks and Warranty ServiceA R R a N T Y T E S Quality Control Model Pride LX Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory
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