Pride Mobility Maxima User manual

The Ultimate In Style & Performance

Exeter, PA

St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586

www.pridemobi ity.com

Owner’s Manual

2Maxima

INFMANU1743/REV C/OCTOBER 2002

SAFETY GUIDELINES

Pride Mobility Products Corp.

Please read and follow all instructions in this owners manual before attempting to operate your scooter for the first

time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand or if you require additional assistance for setup

contact your authorized Pride provider.

Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings cautions and instructions

in this owners manual. Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your own good judgement and/or

common sense as well as that of your provider caregiver and/or healthcare professional. Pride is not responsible

for injuries and/or damage resulting from any persons failure to follow the warnings cautions and instructions in

this owners manual. Pride is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any persons failure to

exercise good judgement and/or common sense.

The symbols below are used throughout this owners manual to identify warnings and cautions. It is very important

for you to read and understand them completely.

WARNING! Failure to heed the warnings in this owners manual may result in personal injury.

CAU ION! Failure to heed the cautions in this owners manual may result in damage to your

scooter.

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CONTENTS

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

II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6

III. EMI/RFI ........................................................................................................................................ 15

IV. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 17

V. YOUR MAXIMA ......................................................................................................................... 19

VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 23

VII. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 27

VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................... 29

IX. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 32

X. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................. 33

XI. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 34

XII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 35

XIII. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................... 36

4Maxima

Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pride

Scooter. Your scooter design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern attractive

styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation of your scooter will add convenience to

your daily living and ensure complete satisfaction.

At Pride your safety is important to us. Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before

you attempt to operate your scooter for the first time. These instructions were produced for your benefit.

Your understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new Pride Scooter.

Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Pride Scooter. Pride

is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person and/or user to

follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations

contained in other scooter related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Pride Scooter itself.

This owners manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available 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.

If you experience any problems with your scooter that you are not able to solve or if you do not feel capable of safely

following any of the instructions and/or recommendations contained in this manual please contact your authorized

Pride provider for assistance.

Once you understand how to operate and take care of your scooter we are certain that it will give you years of trouble-

free service and enjoyment.

Information Exchange

We want to hear your questions comments and suggestions regarding this manual. We would also like to hear about the

safety and reliability of your new Pride Scooter and the service you received from your authorized Pride provider.

Please notify us of any change of address so we can keep you apprised of important information regarding safety new

products and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Pride Scooter. Please feel free to write us

at the address below:

Pride Mobility Products Corporation

182 Susquehanna Avenue

Exeter PA 18643-2694

I. INTRODUCTION

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I. INTRODUCTION

Pride Owners Club

As a Pride product owner you are invited to register your products warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club.

You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by visiting Prides web site at

www.pridemobility.com. As a registered member each time you visit our site you will have access to the most

interactive and honest educational venue available today for people with mobility needs their families and friends.

From our home page click on the button that reads Owners Club to enter a page dedicated to current and

potential Pride product owners. You will gain access to interviews stories recreation ideas daily living tips

product and funding information and interactive message boards. These message boards invite you to speak with

other Pride customers as well as Pride representatives who are available to assist you with any questions or

concerns you may have.

My Authorized Pride Provider Is:

Name:_______________________________________________________________________________

Address:_____________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number:________________________________________________________________________

Quick Reference Information:

Scooter Model:________________________________________________________________________

Serial Number:__________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________

NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or this owners manual, call or write to us and we

will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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II. SAFETY

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 Pride 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.

Below are some precautions tips and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to

operating the scooter safely.

MODIFICATIONS

Pride has designed and engineered your scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility. A wide range of acces-

sories 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 modifica-

tions may result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter.

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II. SAFETY

PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK

Get to know the feel of your scooter and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before

each use to make sure your scooter operates smoothly and safely. For details on how to perform these necessary

inspections see XII. Care and Maintenance.

Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter:

nCheck for proper tire inflation. Maintain 30-35 psi in each tire (if equipped with pneumatic tires).

nCheck all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.

nCheck all controller connections to the utility tray. Make sure they are secured properly.

nCheck the brakes.

nCheck battery charge.

WARNING! It is critically important that 30-35 psi tire pressure be maintained in pneumatic tires at

all times. Failure to maintain 30-35 psi tire pressure in pneumatic tires at all times may result in

catastrophic tire and/or wheel failure, causing serious personal injury and/or damage to your

scooter.

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

result in personal injury and/or property damage.

If you discover a problem contact your authorized Pride provider for assistance.

WEIGHT LIMITATIONS

Your scooter is rated for a 400-lb. maximum weight limit.

INCLINE INFORMATION

More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access.

Some ramps may have turning switchbacks (180-degree turns) that require you to have good cornering skills on

your scooter.

nProceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.

nTake wide swings with your scooters front wheel around any tight corners. If you do that the scooters rear

wheels will follow a wide arc not cut the corner short and not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners.

nWhen driving down a ramp keep the scooters speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a

safely controlled descent. See V. Your Maxima.

nAvoid sudden stops and starts.

WARNING! Exceeding the weight limit voids your warranty and may result in personal injury and

damage to your scooter. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage

resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.

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II. SAFETY

5˚

6˚

7˚200-250 lbs. 300-350 lbs.

150 lbs. 5˚

6˚

7˚ 250 lbs. 300-350 lbs.

200 lbs.

8˚

150 lbs.

4.5˚ 4.5˚

400 lbs. 400 lbs.

FIGURE 1. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE

FOR THE 3-WHEEL MAXIMA FIGURE 2 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE

FOR THE 4-WHEEL MAXIMA

When climbing an incline try to keep your scooter 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 scooter 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.

Other inclines may be natural or if man-made not designed specifically for scooters. Figures 1 and 2 illustrate

your scooters stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing

conditions.

These tests were conducted with the Maximas seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat base

to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Maximas ability to travel up inclines is

affected by your weight your scooters speed your angle of approach to the incline and your scooter setup.

WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend slopes steeper than shown in figures 1 and 2 may put

your scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.

WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline.

Drive your scooter straight up the incline. his greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.

Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.

WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered

with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leaves).

WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the scooter in freewheel mode

while seated on it or standing next to it.

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FIGURE 4. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION

FIGURE 3. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION

When you approach an incline it is best to lean forward. See figures 3 and 4. This shifts the center of gravity of you

and your scooter toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.

WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this

manual.

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 while cornering reduce your speed and

steering angle (i.e. lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your scooter from tipping.

WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your scooter at higher

speeds, do not corner sharply. his greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. o avoid personal

injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering.

II. SAFETY

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BRAKING INFORMATION

Your scooter is equipped with two powerful brake systems:

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

stop position; and

2. 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.

Brake engagement is far more abrupt at higher speeds. It is important that you know when the brakes will engage

and that you are braced for the resulting deceleration.

WARNING! Your scooter can decelerate very quickly. Do not decelerate or turn abruptly when

traveling at high speed unless absolutely necessary. If it is absolutely necessary to decelerate or

turn abruptly when traveling at high speed, brace yourself by gripping the tiller tightly and planting

your feet firmly against the floorboard. Users who cannot grip the tiller tightly and/or plant their feet

firmly against the floorboard should avoid decelerating from or turning abruptly at high speed, and

therefore should avoid traveling at high speed. Serious personal injury and property damage can

result from falling forward as your scooter decelerates quickly unless you brace yourself firmly.

STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, CURBS, ETC.)

Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces unprotected ledges and/or drop-offs (curbs

porches stairs etc.).

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter climb or descend an obstacle that is inordinately

high. Serious personal injury and/or damage may result.

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your scooter proceed backwards down any step, curb, or other

obstacle. his may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury.

OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES

Your scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditionsdry level surfaces com-

posed of concrete blacktop or asphalt. However Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encoun-

ter other surface types. For this reason your scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil grass and

gravel. Feel free to use your scooter safely on lawns and in park areas.

nReduce your scooters speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.

nAvoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.

nAvoid loosely packed gravel and sand.

nIf you feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface.

II. SAFETY

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