Pride Mobility Sonic User manual

Owner’s Manual

ATTENTION:

Please read the content

of your owners manual

before operating your

scooter.

The Ultimate In Style & Performance

www.pridemobility.com

21 Healey Road

Dandenong, 3175

Victoria, Australia

INFMANU1877/REV E/JANUARY 2003

SAFETY GUIDELINES

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 authorised 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 profes

sional. 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.

Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.

Sonic

CONTENTS

SONIC

I. INT ODUCTION.........................................................................................................................

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

III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 15

IV. YOU SONIC ............................................................................................................................. 17

V. BATTE IES AND CHA GING ............................................................................................ 20

VI. OPE ATION ............................................................................................................................... 25

VII. COMFO T ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 26

VIII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 28

IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSO IES ................................................................................................. 30

X. BASIC T OUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 31

XI. CA E AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 33

XII. WA ANTY ................................................................................................................................3

Sonic

I. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new

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

tractive styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation 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 your 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 authorised

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 authorised 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 Australia Pty. Ltd.

21 Healey Road

Dandenong, 3175

Victoria, Australia

Sonic

I. INTRODUCTION

My Authorised 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, write or e-mail us and we

will be glad to send you a new one immediately

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II. SAFETY

GENE AL

WARNING! Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading and

understanding this owners manual.

Your Sonic 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 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 authorised 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.

MODIFICATIONS

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

ries is available from your authorised 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 authorised by Pride. Unauthorised modifica-

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

EMOVABLE PA TS

WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a scooter by any of its removable parts. Personal injury

and damage to the scooter may result.

Sonic

P E- IDE 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 XI. Care and Maintenance.

Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter:

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

nCheck the brakes.

nCheck battery charge.

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

WEIGHT LIMITATIONS

Your Sonic is rated for a 113 kg, 18 stone (250-lb.) maximum weight limit.

II. SAFETY

INCLINE INFO MATION

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 IV. Your Sonic.

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.

WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your Sonic. Carrying passengers may result in personal

injury and/or property damage.

8Sonic

II. SAFETY

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 1A 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 Sonics seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on the seat base to

its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your scooter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 those shown in figures 1 and 1A

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.

FIGURE 1. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE FOR THE SONIC

14.1%

15.8%

113 kg

91 kg

15.8%

68 kg

11 stone 14 stone 18 stone

(150 lbs.) (200 lbs.) (250 lbs.)

FIGURE 1A. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE FOR THE SONIC WITH REAR BASKET OR OXYGEN TANK

10.5%

113 kg

91 kg

12.3%

68 kg

11 stone 14 stone 18 stone

(150 lbs.) (200 lbs.) (250 lbs.)

WARNING! Never use an oxygen tank weighing more than 6 kg (13 lbs.). Never fill the rear basket

with contents exceeding 7 kg (15 lbs.).

Sonic

II. SAFETY

FIGURE 2A. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION

FIGURE 2. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION

When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 2A. This shifts the centre 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.

CO NE ING INFO MATION

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 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.

B AKING INFO MATION

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 centre/

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.

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II. SAFETY

OUTDOO D IVING SU FACES

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.

STATIONA Y OBSTACLES (STEPS, KE BS, ETC.)

Always approach a kerb straight on whether ascending or descending it. See figures 3 and 3A.

WARNING! Do not drive near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges, and/or drop-offs (kerbs, 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 rearward down any step, kerb, or other

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

WARNING! Be sure your scooter is traveling perpendicular to any kerb you may be required to

ascend or descend. See figures 3 and 3A.

WARNING! Do not attempt to negotiate a kerb that has a height greater than 5 cm (2 inches).

FIGURE 3. CORRECT KERB APPROACH FIGURE 3A. INCORRECT KERB APPROACH

KERB

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