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Pride Mobility XL-8 owner manual V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G

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Why do my new batteries seem weak?

V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G

Why do my new batteries seem weak?

Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries (nicads), and other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge.

We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your scooter’s specific electrical demands. Fresh batteries are shipped fully charged to our customers. During shipping, the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that can influence their initial performance. Heat diminishes the charge on the battery; cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery.

It may take a few days for the temperature of your scooter’s batteries to stabilise and adjust to their new room or ambient temperature.

More importantly, it takes a few charging cycles (partial draining followed by full recharging) to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep-cycle battery’s peak performance and long life.

Follow these steps to properly break in your scooter’s new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life.

1.Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88% of its peak performance level.

2.Operate your new scooter in familiar and safe areas. Drive slowly at first, and do not travel too far from your home or familiar surroundings until you have become accustomed to your scooter’s controls and have properly broken in your scooter’s batteries.

3.Fully recharge the batteries. They should be at over 90% of their peak performance level.

4.Operate your scooter again.

5.Fully recharge the batteries again.

6.After four or five charging cycles, the batteries are able to receive a charge of 100% of their peak performance level and are able to last for an extended period of time.

What about public transportation?

If you intend to use public transportation with your scooter, you must contact the transportation provider in ad- vance to determine their specific requirements.

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Contents

Owner’s Manual The Ultimate In Style & PerformanceUnit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA Legend Classic XL-8 S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E SPlease fill out the following information for quick reference Pride Dealer Purchase Date Address Phone Number Serial NumberC O N T E N T S I . I N T R O D U C T I O N SAFETYPURCHASER’S AGREEMENT INFORMATION EXCHANGEI I . S A F E T Y PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLSLegend Classic XL-8 I I . S A F E T Y Do not raise or lower the power seat while the scooter is in motionLegend Classic XL-8 Modifications Pre-Ride Safety CheckRemovable Parts SAFETYTyre Inflation Weight LimitationsIncline Information I I . S A F E T YLegend Classic XL-8 I I . S A F E T Y68 kg Braking Information Cornering InformationI I . S A F E T Y Stationary Obstacles Steps, Kerbs, etc Outdoor Driving SurfacesPublic Streets and Roadways I I . S A F E T YFreewheel Mode Inclement Weather PrecautionsStairs and Escalators DoorsLifts Battery Disposal and RecyclingLift/Elevation Products BatteriesGetting Onto and Off of Your Scooter Motor Vehicle TransportReaching and Bending Positioning BeltsAlcohol Prescription Drugs/Physical LimitationsElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI I I . S A F E T Y10 cm I I I . S P E C I F I C A T I O N S33 cm Legend Classic XL-8I I I . S P E C I F I C A T I O N S SPECIFICATIONSLegend Classic XL-8 38 cm 15 in. height usable, 56-66 cm 22-26 in. with headrestBattery Condition Meter Key SwitchTurn Indicator Buttons Hazard Lights SwitchLights Switch Hi-Low Switch Class 3 OnlySpeed Adjustment Dial Horn ButtonHandbrake Lever Not Shown Tiller Console FusesREAR SECTION Anti-Tip WheelsMotor/Transaxle Assembly Not Shown Main Circuit Breaker Reset ButtonManual Freewheel Lever I V . Y O U R S C O O T E RV . B A T T E R I E S A N D READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGEC H A R G I N G CHARGING YOUR BATTERIESV . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQSBATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING NOTE Sealed batteries are not serviceable. Do not remove the capsV . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G Why do my new batteries seem weak?What about public transportation? V I . O P E R A T I O N PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKSBEFORE GETTING ON YOUR SCOOTER GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTERGETTING OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER POWER DOWN TIMER FEATUREV I . O P E R A T I O N Tiller Angle Adjustment COMFORT ADJUSTMENTSFront-to-Back Seat Adjustment V I I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T SArmrest Angle Adjustment Seatback AdjustmentSeat Height Adjustment To adjust the reclining seatTo operate the power seat Power Seat OptionalV I I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S V I I I . D I S A S S E M B L Y A N D A S S E M B L Y DISASSEMBLYLegend Classic XL-8 V I I I . D I S A S S E M B L Y A N D A S S E M B L Y ASSEMBLYTo release the toggle latch To separate the framesDIAGNOSTIC FLASH CODES I X . B A S I C T R O U B L E S H O O T I N GWhat if the main circuit breaker repeatedly trips? I X . B A S I C T R O U B L E S H O O T I N GBATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS WHEEL REPLACEMENTWIRING HARNESSES AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLYLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT FUSE REPLACEMENTMOTOR BRUSHES CONSOLE, CHARGER, AND REAR ELECTRONICSTWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY LIFETIME WARRANTYONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTYLegend Classic XL-8 N O T E SUnit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA INFMANU2367