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Pride Mobility I NFMANU1138 manual Cornering Information, Braking Information, I I . S A F E T Y

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CORNERING INFORMATION

I I . S A F E T Y

When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 1 and 2. This shifts the center of gravity of you and your PMV toward the front of the PMV for improved stability.

NOTE: When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while moving forward, the powered PMV may "roll back" approximately 1 foot (30.48 cm) before the brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse, the powered PMV may "roll back" approximately 3 feet (1 meter) before the brake engages.

Figure 1. Normal Driving Position

Figure 2. Increased Stability Driving Position

CORNERING INFORMATION

Excessively high cornering speeds can create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility of tipping include, but are not limited to, cornering speed, steering angle (how sharply you are turning), uneven road surfaces, inclined road surfaces, riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction (such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area—especially at high speed while turning), and abrupt directional changes. High cornering speeds are not recommended. If you feel that you may tip over in a corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your PMV from tipping.

WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable center of gravity. When using your PMV at higher speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. Always exercise extreme common sense when cornering.

BRAKING INFORMATION

Your PMV is equipped with two powerful brake systems:

Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center/stop position.

Disc Park Brake: Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop, or when power is removed from the system for any reason.

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Pride Mobility I NFMANU1138 manual Cornering Information, Braking Information, I I . S A F E T Y

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WRANGLER S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Please fill out the following information for quick referenceINTENDED USE C O N T E N T S WranglerIX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE VI. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTSSAFETY I . I N T R O D U C T I O NPURCHASER’S AGREEMENT SHIPPING AND DELIVERYPRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS I I . S A F E T YWrangler Maximum seating weight Do not place PMV in freewheel mode on a declineDo not place PMV in freewheel mode on an incline Wear safety goggles I I . S A F E T YAvoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition I I . S A F E T YWrangler Battery charger for indoor use only I I . S A F E T YWrangler Contains LeadPRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK GENERALMODIFICATIONS REMOVABLE PARTSPerform the following inspections prior to using your PMV WEIGHT LIMITATIONSTIRE INFLATION the bar or kPa rating bar = psi x 0.06895 kPa = psi xWhen climbing an incline, try to keep your PMV moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly, and then accelerate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so by setting the speed adjustment dial to the slowest setting and driving in the forward direction only. If your PMV starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the throttle control lever. Then push the throttle control lever forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent I I . S A F E T YWrangler CORNERING INFORMATION BRAKING INFORMATIONI I . S A F E T Y OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES STREETS AND ROADWAYSSTATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS, CURBS, ETC I I . S A F E T YINCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS FREEWHEEL MODESTAIRS AND ESCALATORS DOORSBATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING ELEVATORSLIFT/ELEVATION PRODUCTS BATTERIESMOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR PMVREACHING AND BENDING I I . S A F E T YPOSITIONING BELTS PRESCRIPTION DRUGS/PHYSICAL LIMITATIONSALCOHOL/SMOKING I I . S A F E T YELECTROMAGNETIC AND RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE EMI/RFI I I . S A F E T YCONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY KEY SWITCHTiller Adjustment Lever I I I . Y O U R P MBattery Condition Meter 5-10 MPH SwitchLight Switch Throttle Control LeverMain Circuit Breaker Reset Button Battery ChargerManual Freewheel Levers I I I . Y O U R P MCharger Power Cord Motor AssemblyI I I . Y O U R P M Figure 6A. Rear SectionNOTE Use only the onboard battery charger supplied with your PMV READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGEI V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G BATTERIES AND CHARGINGFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQs Follow these steps to safely charge your batteriesHow does the charger work? Can I use a different charger?To install the batteries in your PMV What if my PMV doesn’t arrive with batteries?I V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G WranglerWhat type and size of battery should I use? NOTE Sealed batteries are not serviceable. Do not remove the capsWhy do my new batteries seem weak? To remove the batteriesHow can I ensure maximum battery life? What about public transportation?I V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G WranglerV . O P E R A T I O N BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR PMVGETTING ONTO YOUR PMV OPERATING YOUR PMVPOWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE GETTING OFF OF YOUR PMVV . O P E R A T I O N WranglerTILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTV I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S HIGH-BACK SEAT HEADREST ADJUSTMENT SEATBACK ADJUSTMENTLUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT DIAL FRONT-TO-BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENTARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ARMREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT V I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T SDISASSEMBLY V I I . D I S A S S E M B L Y A N D A S S E M B L YSeat Rear ShroudV I I I . B A S I C T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G What if my PMV’s main circuit breaker trips repeatedly?I press the throttle control lever? Fully charge your PMV’s batteries WHEEL REPLACEMENT BATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONSAXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY I X . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C EWIRING HARNESSES FUSE REPLACEMENTNYLON LOCK NUT REPLACEMENT MOTOR BRUSHESSTORING YOUR PMV DISPOSAL OF YOUR PMVI X . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E WranglerFigure 19. Wrangler Dimensions A P P E N D I X I - S P E C I F I C A T I O N SWrangler 19-23”A P P E N D I X I - S P E C I F I C A T I O N S WranglerN O T E S WranglerN O T E S WranglerN O T E S WranglerPage INFMANU1138