Pride Mobility SC151 S a F E T Y, General, Modifications, Removable Parts Electromagnetic Fields

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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 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.A trained 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 elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.

MODIFICATIONS

Your scooter has been designed and engineered to provide maximum mobility and utility.A wide range of accesso- ries 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

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 Expressed Agreement of Indemnification SafetyN T R O D U C T I O N Information ExchangePride Owners Club Modifications S a F E T YGeneral Removable Parts Electromagnetic FieldsTire Inflation PRE-RIDE Safety CheckWeight Limitations Incline InformationMaximum Recommended Cornering Information Normal Driving PositionOutdoor Driving Surfaces Stationary Obstacles STEPS, CURBS, ETCBraking Information S a F E T Y Elevators Stairs and EscalatorsDoors LIFT/ELEVATION ProductsBattery Disposal and Recycling Preventing Unintended Movement Motor Vehicle TransportGetting Onto and OFF of Your Scooter Prescription DRUGS/PHYSICAL Limitations Positioning BeltsReaching and Bending AlcoholEMI/RFI Frequently Asked Questions Faqs I . E M I / R FEMI/RFI Warnings Are all electric mobility vehicles susceptible to EMI/RFI? Specification S Rally DimensionsSpecification S Control Console Assembly O U R R a L L YKey Switch Onboard Battery Charger Rear SectionBattery Charger Fuse Motor/Transaxle Assembly Reading Your Battery Voltage B AT T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N GCharging Your Batteries Frequently Asked Questions Faqs How does the charger work?How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? How should I store my scooter and its batteries? Before Getting on Your Scooter PRE-RIDE Adjustments and ChecksI . O P E R a T I O N Getting Onto Your ScooterPower Down Timer Feature Getting OFF of Your ScooterTiller Angle Adjustment Seat Height AdjustmentI I . C O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S FRONT-TO-BACK Seat Adjustment Armrest Width AdjustmentSeat Rotation Disassembly D I S a S S E M B LY a N D a S S E M B LYAssembly Frame HandleOptional Accessories P T I O N a L a C C E S S O R I E STroubleshooting Problem Possible SolutionsI . 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 ExclusionsSusquehanna Ave. Exeter, PA 18643