Pride Mobility Colt User manual

COLT

PrideMobilityProductsCorp.

INFMANU3627/Rev B/October 2007

SAFETY GUIDELINES

NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information avail-

able at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any

changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this

manual and the product you have purchased. The latest/current version of this manual is available on

our website.

Pride Dealer:_______________________________________________________________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________________

PhoneNumber:__________________________

Purchase Date:__________________________ Serial Number:______________________________

WARNING! An authorised Pride Dealer or qualified technician must perform the initial

setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.

Thesymbolsbelowareusedthroughoutthisowner'smanualandonthescootertoidentifywarningsandimportant

information.It isveryimportantfor youtoread themandunderstandthem completely.

WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow

designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component damage or malfunction.

On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a

black border.

MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform

mandatory actions can cause personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product,

this icon is represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with a white border.

PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any

time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury

and/or equipment damage. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol with

a red circle and a red slash.

Pleasefilloutthefollowinginformationforquickreference:

088 609 661

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CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 4

II. SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 5

III. YOUR SCOOTER...................................................................................................................... 19

IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 24

V. OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 30

VI. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 32

VII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 34

VIII.BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 36

IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 38

X. WARRANTY................................................................................................................................41

APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 42

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I. INTRODUCTION

SAFETY

WELCOMEto PrideMobilityProductsCorporation(Pride).Theproduct youhavepurchased combinesstate-of

the-artcomponentswithsafety,comfortandstylinginmind.Weareconfidentthedesignfeatureswillprovideyou

withtheconveniences you expectduringyourdailyactivities. Understanding howto safelyoperateandcarefor

thisproductshould bring youyearsoftroublefree operations andservice.

Readandfollowallinstructions,warningsandnotesin thismanualandall otheraccompanyingliterature before

attemptingtooperate this product for thefirsttime. In addition, your safetydepends upon you, as well asyour

dealer,carerorhealthcareprofessionalinusinggood judgement.

Ifthereis anyinformationinthismanual which youdonotunderstand, or ifyourequireadditional assistance for

setuporoperation, please contact your authorised PrideDealer.Failuretofollowtheinstructions, warnings

andnotesinthismanualandthoselocatedonyourPrideproductcanresultinpersonalinjuryorproduct

damageandwillvoidPride’sproductwarranty.

PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT

Byacceptingdeliveryofthisproduct,youpromisethatyouwillnotchange,alterormodifythisproductorremove

orrender inoperableorunsafeany guards,shieldsorother safetyfeaturesofthis product;fail,refuseorneglectto

installanyretrofit kits from time totimeprovidedbyPridetoenhance or preserve thesafeuseofthisproduct.

SHIPPING AND DELIVERY

Beforeusingyourscooter,makesureyourdeliveryiscompleteassome components may be individually pack-

aged.If you donotreceivea completedelivery, pleasecontactyourauthorisedPride Dealerimmediately.Where

damagehasoccurredduring transport, either to the packaging or content,pleasecontact the delivery company

responsible.

INFORMATION EXCHANGE

Wewant to hear yourquestions,commentsandsuggestionsabout this manual.Wewould also liketohearabout

the safety and reliability of your new scooter, and about the service you received from your authorised Pride

Dealer. Please notify us ofanychange of address, so we can keep youapprisedofimportant information about

safety,newproducts andnewoptionsthat canincreaseyourability to useandenjoyyour scooter.Pleasefeelfree

tocontact us at the addressbelow:

PrideMobility Products Ltd.

32 Wedgwood Road

Bicester,Oxon OX26 4UL

NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact

us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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II. SAFETY

PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS

Thesymbolsbelowareusedonthe scooter to identify warnings, mandatory actions and prohibited actions. It is

veryimportantfor youtoreadand understand themcompletely.

Pinch/Crush points created during assembly.

Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to

reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.

EMI-RFI- This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.

Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it.

Explosive conditions exist!

Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.

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Do not remove anti-tip wheels.

Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop or other radio transmitter while

operating.

II. SAFETY

Maximum seating weight.

Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode

to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.

Locked and in drive mode.

Unlocked and in freewheel mode.

Wear safety goggles.

Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive

conditions.

Do not place the scooter in freewheel mode on a decline or incline.

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II. SAFETY

Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt or standing water whenever possible. Maintain

and store in a clean and dry condition.

Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly

install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug

access.

Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.

Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.

Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the scooter while the batteries are

charging.

Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix old and

new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.

Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware that loose fitting

clothing can become caught in drive tyres.

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II. SAFETY

Battery charger for indoor use only.

Disposal and recycling - Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for information on

proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.

Contains Lead.

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II. SAFETY

GENERAL

MANDATORY! 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

extensive 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

userwhois capable of making suchadecisionandhis/herhealthcare professional (i.e., medicaldoctor,physical

therapist, etc.).

The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the

scootertotheuser and has assisted the prescribing healthcareprofessionaland/ortheauthorisedPrideDealerin

theinstructionprocessforthe use of the product.

There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the scooter user will need to practice

operatingthe scooterinthe presenceofa trainedattendant.Atrainedattendantcan bedefinedas afamilymember

orcareprofessionalspecially trainedinassistingascooteruserin variousdailylivingactivities.

Asyoubegin usingyourscooterduring daily activities,youwillprobably encountersituationsinwhichyou will

needsomepractice.Simplytakeyourtimeand you will soon be in full and confident control as you manoeuvre

throughdoorways,onandoff lifts, up and down ramps andovermoderateterrain.

Belowaresome precautions, tipsandothersafety considerations thatwillhelpyoubecome accustomed tooper-

atingthe scootersafely.

MODIFICATIONS

Pridehas designed and engineered your scooter to provide maximummobility and utility.However,under no

circumstancesshouldyou modify,add,removeordisable any feature,partorfunctionof your scooter.

WARNING! Do not modify your scooter in any way not authorised by Pride. Do not use

accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride products.

REMOVABLE PARTS

WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your scooter by any of its removable parts,

including the armrests, seat or shroud.

PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK

Gettoknowthefeelofyourscooteranditscapabilities.Priderecommendsthatyouperformasafetycheckbefore

eachusetomakesureyourscooteroperatessmoothlyand safely.

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II. SAFETY

Performthefollowinginspectionspriorto using yourscooter:

!Checkfor propertyreinflation(ifequippedwithpneumatic tyres).

!Checkallelectricalconnections.Makesure they are tight and not corroded.

!Checkallharnessconnections.Makesuretheyaresecuredproperly.

!Check the brakes.

!Checkbatterycharge.

Ifyoudiscovera problem, contact your authorised PrideDealerforassistance.

TYRE INFLATION

If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tyres, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least

onceaweek.Properinflationpressureswillprolongthelifeofyourtyresandhelpensurethesmoothoperation

of your scooter.

WARNING! It is critically important that 2-2.4 bar (30-35 psi) tyre pressure be maintained

in pneumatic tyres at all times. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tyres. Low

pressure may result in loss of control, and overinflated tyres may burst. Failure to

maintain 2-2.4 bar (30-35 psi) tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result in

tyre and/or wheel failure.

WARNING! Inflate your scooter tyres from a regulated air source with an available pressure

gauge. Inflating your tyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting

in a burst tyre.

WEIGHT LIMITATIONS

Yourscooteris ratedfora maximumweightcapacity.Refer tothespecifications tableforinformation.

MANDATORY! Stay within the specified weight capacity for your scooter. Exceeding the

weight capacity voids your warranty. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or

property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.

WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your scooter. Carrying passengers on your scooter

may affect the centre of gravity, resulting in a tip or a fall.

INCLINE INFORMATION

Moreand more buildings have rampswith specified degrees of inclination, designed for easy andsafe access.

Somerampsmay have turning switchbacks(180-degreeturns)thatrequireyou to have goodcorneringskillson

yourscooter.

!Proceedwithextremecautionasyouapproachthedowngrade of a ramp or other incline.

!Takewide swings with your scooteraround any tight corners. Ifyou do that, the scooter’srear wheelswill

followawidearc,not cut the corner short and not bump intoorgethunguponanyrailingcorners.

!Whendrivingdownaramp,keepthescooter’sspeedadjustmentsettotheslowestspeedsettingtoensurea

safelycontrolleddescent.

!Avoidsudden stopsandstarts.

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