Owner`s Manual
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1. m The First Name in Travel Mobility 1 800 800 8586 US 1 888 570 1113 CANADA SAFETY GUIDELINES An authorized Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual The symbols below are used throughout this owner s manual and on the scooter to identify warnings and important information It is very important for you to read them and understand them 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 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 red slash Please fill out the following information for quick reference Pride Provider Address Phone Number Purchase Date Serial Number NOTE This ow2. Avoid sudden stops and starts Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 9 ll SAFETY When climbing an incline try to keep your Travel 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 Travel Scooter starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired allow itto 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 WARNING When climbing an incline do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline Drive your Travel Scooter straight up the incline This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline WARNING Do not drive your Travel Scooter across the side of an incline or diagonally up or down an incline do not stop if possible while driving up or down an incline WARNING You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline i e areas JAN covered with snow ice cut grass or wet leaves WARNING When on any sort of an incline or decline never place the Travel Scooter in freewheel mode while seated on it or standing next to it WARNING Even though your Travel Scooter is capable of climbing slopes greater than that illustrate
3. Setthespeed adjustment dial to your desired speed M Press your thumb against the appropriate side of the throttle control lever The electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the Travel Scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial 28 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller VI OPERATION Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the left Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the right Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead To stop slowly release the throttle control lever The electronic brakes will automatically engage when your Travel Scooter comes to a stop NOTE Your Travel Scooter s reverse speed is slower than that of the forward speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial GETTING OFF OF YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER 1 Bring your Travel Scooter to a complete stop Remove the key from the key switch Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your Travel Scooter Make certain that the seat is secured into position Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the side of your Travel Scooter You can leave the seat facing to the side to facilitate boarding your Travel Scooter next time Syon eS POWER DOWN FEATURE Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an energy saving automatic power down timer feature designed to preser
4. Frame Welds TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY All electronic parts including controllers and battery chargers have a two 2 year warranty Servicing to the controller or battery charger must be carried out by your authorized Pride Provider Any attempt to open or dismantle these items renders the guarantee void on that item ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one 1 year from the date of purchase Pride will repair or replace at our option to the original purchaser any of the following parts found upon examination by an authorized representative of Pride to be defective in material and or workmanship Drivetrain including B Differential Motor Brake SIX MONTH WARRANTY The batteries are covered by a separate six 6 month warranty provided by the battery manufacturer Gradual deterioration in performance due to being left in a discharged state left in cold conditions for long periods of time or worn out through heavy use is not covered RECONDITIONED UNITS WARRANTY All reconditioned units are covered by six 6 month warranty from Pride effective from the date of purchase WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not extend to those items which may require replacement due to normal wear and tear ABS Plastic Shrouds B Tires and Tubes E Upholstery and Seating Circumstances beyond the control of Pride Labor service calls shipping and other charges incurred for repair of the product unless specifically autho rized
5. 6 35 cm x 20 32 Battery Requirements Type Two 12 volt deep cycle Size 12 Ah standard 17Ah optional Weight 9 Ibs 4 kg each for standard 12 Ah batteries Battery Pack Weight 12 Ah 20 Ibs 9 kg 17 Ah 33 Ibs 15 kg Battery Charger Off board charger Varies with user weight terrain type battery amp hour rating Ah battery charge battery condition tire type and tire condition Due to manufacturing tolerances and continual product improvement this specification can be subject to a variance of or 3 Approximate overall inflated dimensions AGM or Gel Cell type required See V Batteries and Charging M NOTE All specifications subject to change without notice Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 17 lll SPECIFICATIONS 3 wheel 36 50 92 71 cm 4 wheel 39 75 100 97 cm 3 wheel 32 50 82 55 cm 4 wheel 43 25 109 86 cm Turning Radius 19 25 48 9 cm Figure 4 Travel Scooter Dimensions Illustration Shown with Optional 17Ah Battery Pack 2 5 in 6 35 cm gt 7 in 17 78 cm 8 in 20 32 cm VED DPD UEP HY 0222222222222 AT TT TT TN QUPD 22 823232323233 33 Figure 4A Tire Dimensions 18 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IV YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER TILLER CONSOLE The tiller console houses all controls needed to drive your Travel Scooter including the key sw
6. it is best to lean forward See figures 2 and 2A This shifts the center of gravity of you and your Travel Scooter toward the front of the Travel Scooter for improved stability NOTE When negotiating ramps if the throttle control lever is released while moving forward the powered Travel Scooter may roll back approximately 1 foot 30 5 cm before the brake engages If the throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse the powered Travel Scooter may roll back approximately 3 feet 1 meter before the brake engages Figure 2 Normal Driving Position Figure 2A 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 while cornering reduce your speed and steering angle 1 lessen the sharpness of the turn to prevent your Travel Scooter from tipping WARNING When cornering sharply reduce your speed and maintain a stable center of gravity When using your Travel Scooter at higher speeds do not corn
7. batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery WARNING Connect the battery harnesses in the proper manner RED cables must be connected to positive battery terminals posts BLACK cables must be connected to negative battery terminals posts Protective caps should be installed over all battery terminals REPLACE cables immediately if damaged NOTE If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call your authorized Pride Provider for instructions on disposal Your authorized Pride Provider will also have the necessary information on battery recycling which is our recommended course of action MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your Travel Scooter while traveling in a motor vehicle The Travel Scooter should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and properly secured not designed to provide restraint during motor vehicle transport Anyone travelling in a motor WARNING Although your Travel Scooter be equipped with a positioning belt this belt is A vehicle should be properly secured in the motor vehicle seat with safety belts fastened securely 14 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY WARNING Do not sit on your Travel Scooter while it is in a moving vehicle WARNING Always be sure your Travel Scooter and its batteries are properl
8. for 12 to 14 hours at a time E Keep your Travel Scooter s batteries fully charged Avoid deeply discharging your Travel Scooter s batteries How I ensure maximum battery life Fully charged deep cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your Travel Scooter s batteries fully charged whenever possible Protect your Travel Scooter and batteries from extreme heat or cold Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged stored in extreme temperatures or stored withouta full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable performance and limited service life How can I get maximum range or distance per charge Rarely will you have ideal driving conditions smooth flat hard driving surfaces with no wind or curves Often you will face hills pavement cracks uneven and loosely packed surfaces curves and wind all of which affect the distance orrunning time per battery charge Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge Always fully charge your Travel Scooter s batteries prior to daily use Maintain 30 35 psi 2 2 4 bar in each tire 1f equipped with pneumatic tires Plan your route ahead to avoid as many hills cracked broken or soft surfaces as possible Limit your baggage weight to essential items Try to maintain an even speed while your Travel Scooter is in motion Avoid stop and go driving What type and size of battery
9. located nearby such as alarm systems NOTE For further information on EMI RFI visit the Resource Center on www pridemobility com If unintended motion or brake release occurs turn your Travel Scooter off as soon as it is safe to do so Call Pride at 800 424 8205 to report the incident 16 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller III SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 3 wheel SC40E 4 wheel SC44E Maximum Safe Slope See figure 1 Maximum Climbing Ability See figure 1 Maximum Obstacle Climbing Ability 2 in 5 cm Colors Red Blue Silver interchangeable panels Overall Length 3 wheel 36 5 in 92 71 cm 4 wheel 39 75 in 100 97 cm Overall Width 19 25 in 48 9 cm Total Weight Without Batteries 3 wheel 75 lbs 34 kg 4 wheel 78 5165 35 6 kg Heaviest Piece When Disassembled 3 wheel 28 lbs 12 7 kg Turning Radius 3 wheel 32 5 in 82 55 cm 4 wheel 43 25 in 109 86 cm Speed maximum Variable up to 4 25 mph 6 83 km h Range Per Charge With 12 Ah batteries Up to 10 miles 16 km Ground Clearance 2 5 in 6 35 cm at mid frame Weight Capacity 275 Ibs 124 74 kg Standard Seating Type Foldable Material Black Vinyl Drive System Rear wheel drive sealed transaxle 24 volt DC motor Dual Braking System Electronic regenerative and electromechanical Tires Type solid flat free inserts Size front 2 in x 7 in 5 cm x 17 78 cm rear 2 50 in x 8 in
10. scratch the surface of your Travel Scooter Ifnecessary clean your product with an approved disinfectant Make sure the disinfectant is safe for use on your product before application 2 agent before applying it to your product Failure to comply may result in skin irritation or WARNING Follow all safety instructions for the proper use of the disinfectant and or cleaning x premature deterioration of upholstery and or Travel Scooter finishes N 2 5 Make certain that the terminal connections remain tight and are not corroded 36 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller X CARE AND MAINTENANCE WIRING HARNESSES Regularly check all wiring connections Regularly check all wiring insulation including the charger power cord for wear or damage Have your authorized Pride Provider repair or replace any damaged connector connection or insulation that you find before using your Travel Scooter again PROHIBITED Even though the Travel Scooter has passed the necessary testing 6 requirements for ingress of liquids you should keep electrical connections away from Y sources of dampness including direct exposure to water or bodily fluids and incontinence Check electrical components frequently for signs of corrosion and replace as necessary ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS The shroud pieces are formed from durable ABS plastic and are coated with an advanc
11. should I use Your Travel Scooter requires two deep cycle batteries We recommend only sealed maintenance free types such as AGM or Gel Cell Do not use wet cell batteries which have removable caps Refer to the specifications table for size as batteries differ depending on manufacture N WARNING Corrosive chemicals are contained in batteries Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions NOTE Sealed batteries are not serviceable Do not remove the caps Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 25 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING How do I change a battery in my Travel Scooter WARNING Contact your Pride Provider if you have any questions regarding the batteries in your Travel Scooter WARNING Do not replace the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied WARNING The batteries on your Travel Scooter should only be serviced or replaced by an authorized Pride Provider or a qualified technician MANDATORY Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash Lead hands after handling WARNING Always use two batteries of the exact same type chemistry and amp e hour Ah capacity Refer to the specifications table in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter BATTERY CAB
12. you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities Understanding how to safely operate and care for this product should bring you years of trouble free operations and service Read and follow all instructions warnings and notes in this manual and all other accompanying literature before attempting to operate this product for the first time In addition your safety depends upon you as well as your provider caretaker or healthcare professional in using good judgement If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation please contact your authorized Pride Provider Failure to follow the instructions warnings and notes in this manual and those located on your Pride product can result in personal injury or product damage and will void Pride s product warranty PURCHASER S AGREEMENT By accepting delivery of this product you promise that you will not change alter or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Before using your Travel Scooter make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually packaged If you do not receive a complete delivery please contact your authorized Pride P
13. your authorized Pride Provider You may also perform the load test yourself Battery load testers are available at most automotive parts stores Follow the directions supplied with the load tester See V Batteries and Charging or III Specifications for information about your Travel Scooter s battery type What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the throttle control lever Fully charge your Travel Scooter s batteries See V Batteries and Charging Have your authorized Pride Provider load test each battery Or see the previous troubleshooting question for load testing the batteries yourself If you experience any problems with your Travel Scooter that you are not able to solve immediately contact your authorized Pride Provider for information maintenance and service Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 35 X CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Travel Scooter requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride Provider The following areas require periodic inspection and or care and maintenance TIRE PRESSURE If equipped with pneumatic tires always maintain a proper 30 35 psi 2 2 4 bar tire pressure WARNING Itis importantthat 30 35 psi 2 2 4 bar tire pressure be maintained in pneum
14. IN ADVANCE by Pride Mobility Products Corporation Repairs and or modifications made to any part of the Travel Scooter without specific and prior consent from Pride Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 39 XI WARRANTY Exclusions also include components with damage caused by Contamination Abuse misuse accident or negligence Battery fluid spillage or leakage Commercial use or use other than normal Improper operation maintenance or storage Batteries not properly maintained by recommended charging and storage procedures There is no other express warranty Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 1 year from the date of original purchase and to the extent permitted by law Any and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages So the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 40 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller NOTES Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 4 NOTES 42 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller zu Pride Mobility Products Corp 182 Susquehanna Ave Exeter PA 18643 1 800 800 8586 www pridemobility com NFVANU3107
15. LES Carefully turn the pack upside down 3 Remove the eight 8 screws from the perimeter of the battery pack Carefully turn the pack right side up and remove the lid 5 Disconnect the black and red battery cables from the battery terminals See figure 16 6 Remove the old battery Place anew battery in the battery pack Connect the red battery cable to the positive battery terminal 9 Connect the black battery cable to the negative battery terminal 10 Position the lid back onto the battery pack en suring all wires are inside the pack so they don t become pinched 11 Carefully turn the pack upside down 12 Reinstall all screws and tighten BATTERY TERMINALS N Figure 16 Battery Replacement 12 Ah Pack Shown NOTE 17 Ah batteries require the removal of a nut and bolt when disconnecting the battery cable from the battery terminal NOTE If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call your authorized Pride Provider for instructions on disposal Your authorized Pride Provider will also have the necessary information on battery recycling which is our recommended course of action 26 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller V BATTERIES AND CHARGING 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 comm
16. SEES SESE S FRAME HOOK LOWER FRAME TUBE Figure 24 Frame Release Lever Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 33 IX BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Any electromechanical device occasionally requires some troubleshooting However most of the problems that may arise can usually be solved with a bit of thought and common sense Many of these problems occur because the batteries are not fully charged or because the batteries are worn down and can no longer hold a charge DIAGNOSTIC BEEP CODES The diagnostic beep codes for your Travel Scooter are designed to help you perform basic troubleshooting quickly and easily A diagnostic beep code will sound in the event one of the conditions listed below develops NOTE Your Travel Scooter will not run unless the beep code condition is resolved and the Travel Scooter has been turned off then turned back on BEEP CODE CONDITION SOLUTION m Battery voltage is too low to operate the Charge fully until charger and any meters 2 Travel Scooter indicate completion E Battery voltage is too high to operate the Contact your authorized Pride Provider for 3 Travel Scooter assistance E H Solenoid brake trip The manual freewheel Reeve ae key push the manual Ireewheel ae lever to the drive position restart your Travel 5 lever may be in the freewheel position Scooter Throttle trip The throttle control lever may have best depressed whileinsering Release t
17. Scooter tires from a regulated air source with an available pressure gauge Inflating yourtires from an unregulated air source could overinflate them resulting in a burst tire WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your Travel Scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity Refer to the specifications table for information MANDATORY Stay within the specified weight capacity of your Travel 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 2 Do not carry passengers on your Travel Scooter Carrying passengers on your N Travel Scooter may affect the center of gravity resulting in a tip or a fall 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 Travel Scooter Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline Take wide swings with your Travel Scooter around any tight corners If you do that the Travel 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 B When driving down a ramp keep the Travel Scooter s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a safely controlled descent
18. Travel Scooter by any of its removable parts including the armrests seat or shroud 8 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY PRE RIDE SAFETY CHECK Get to know the feel of your Travel Scooter and its capabilities Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your Travel Scooter operates smoothly and safely Perform the following inspections prior to using your Travel Scooter Check for proper tire inflation if equipped with pneumatic tires Check all electrical connections Make sure they are tight and not corroded Check all harness connections Make sure they are secured properly Check the brakes Check battery charge If you discover a problem contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance TIRE INFLATION If your Travel Scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires you should check or have the air pressure checked at least once a week Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tires and help ensure the smooth operation of your Travel Scooter WARNING It is critically important that 30 35 psi 2 2 4 bar tire pressure be maintained in pneumatic tires at all times Do not underinflate or overinflate your tires Low pressure may result in loss of control and overinflated tires may burst Failure to maintain 30 35 psi 2 2 4 bar tire pressure in pneumatic tires at all times may result tire and or wheel failure WARNING Inflate your Travel
19. Travel Scooter to come to a complete stop before pushing the other side of the lever to move in reverse B When the throttle is completely released it automatically returns to the center stop position and engages your Travel Scooter s brakes Horn Button This button activates a warning horn Your Travel Scooter must be turned on for the horn to be operational Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when doing so may prevent accident or injury Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 19 IV YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER Speed Adjustment Dial MANUAL This dial allows you to preselect and limit your Travel FREEWHEEL Scooter s top speed The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting Battery Condition Meter MOTOR When the key is fully inserted into the key switch TE this meter indicates approximate battery strength Forfurtherinformation on the battery condition meter see V Batteries and Charging ASSEMBLY ANTI TIP WHEELS Figure 6 Rear Section REAR SECTION The manual freewheel lever anti tip wheels and motor transaxle assembly are located on the rear section of your Travel Scooter See figure 6 remove the key from the key switch Never sit on a Travel Scooter when it is in freewheel mode Never put a Travel Scooter in freewheel mode on any in
20. ain circuit breaker If the main circuit breaker trips frequently you may need to charge your batteries more often You may also need to have your authorized Pride Provider per form a load test on your Travel Scooter s batteries Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorized Pride Provider for service TILLER CONSOLE FUSE The fuse located under the battery pack protects the tiller console electronics See figure 8 In the event any com ponent of the tiller console is not responding check this fuse See IX Basic Troubleshooting for fuse replace ment instructions Figure 8 3 Amp Tiller Console Fuse Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 21 IV YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER OFF BOARD BATTERY CHARGER The off board battery charger when plugged into the charger power cord receptacle located on the battery pack and a standard electrical outlet charges the Travel Scooter s batteries See figure 9 SHROUD PANELS You can change the color of your Travel Scooter by removing the colored plastic shroud panel pieces and replacing them with one of the other supplied sets The panels are held in place by a hook and loop reusable fastener To remove the shroud panel pieces Useyourfingerto locate the push hole behind each shroud piece 2 Pushthrough the hole to separate the piece from the Travel Scooter See figures 10 11 and 12 To remove the tiller console visor 1 Gently pull the top o
21. atic N tires at all times Do not underinflate or overinflate yourtires Low pressure may result in Y loss of control and overinflated tires may burst Failure to maintain 30 35 psi 2 2 4 bar tire pressure in pneumatic tires at all times may result in tire and or wheel failure Regularly inspect your Travel Scooter s tires for signs of wear WHEEL REPLACEMENT If your Travel Scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires and you have a flat tire you can have the tube replaced If your Travel Scooter is equipped with a solid tire insert either the solid insert or the entire wheel must be replaced depending on model Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information regarding replacement wheels for your Travel Scooter WARNING Completely deflate pneumatic tires before dismantling the rim or attempting repair 4 N WARNING When changing a tire remove only the center lug nut then remove the wheel If any further disassembly is required deflate the tire completely or it may explode EXTERIOR SURFACES Bumpers tires and trim can benefit from an occasional application of a rubber or vinyl conditioner N WARNING Do not use a rubber or vinyl conditioner on the Travel Scooter s vinyl seat or tire 2 tread They will become dangerously slippery x CLEANING AND DISINFECTION B Use a damp cloth and mild non abrasive cleanser to clean the plastic and metal parts of your Travel Scooter Avoid using products that may
22. cations and are especially matched to the type size and chemi cal formulation of specific batteries For the safest and most efficient charging of your Travel Scooter s batteries we recommend use of the charger supplied as original equipment with your Pride product only Any charging method resulting in batteries being charged individually is especially prohibited 24 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller V BATTERIES AND CHARGING How often must I charge the batteries Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge your Travel Scooter s batteries All day use on a daily basis Infrequent or sporadic use With these considerations in mind you can determine how often and for how long you should charge your Travel Scooter s batteries The battery charger was designed so that it will not overcharge your Travel Scooter s batteries However you may encounter some problems if you do not charge your batteries often enough and if you do not charge them on a regular basis Following the guidelines below will provide safe and reliable battery operation and charging Ifyou use your Travel Scooter daily charge its batteries as soon as you finish using it for the day Your Travel Scooter will be ready each morning We recommend that you charge your Travel Scooter s batteries for 8 to 14 hours after daily use If you use your Travel Scooter once a week or less charge its batteries at least once a week
23. cline WARNING Before placing your Travel Scooter into or taking it out of freewheel mode Manual Freewheel Lever Whenever you need or want to push your Travel Scooter for short distances you can put it in freewheel mode 1 Locate the manual freewheel lever at the top right of the rear section 2 Push forward on the manual freewheel lever to disable the drive system and the brake system 3 You may now push your Travel Scooter 4 Push the manual freewheel lever rearward to reengage the drive and the brake systems this takes your Travel Scooter out of freewheel mode WARNING When your Travel Scooter is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface 7 Ensure the key is removed from the key switch 2 1 Stand behind to the side of the Travel Scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never sit a Travel Scooter to do this W After you have finished pushing your Travel Scooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes Anti Tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your Travel Scooter Do not under any circum stances remove the anti tip wheels from your Travel Scooter Q PROHIBITED Do not remove the anti tip wheels or modify your Travel Scooter in any way es that is not authorized by Pride Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembly is an electromechanical unit that con
24. d common sense when operating his her Travel Scooter This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over the counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations IN WARNING Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over the counter y medication if you have certain physical limitations Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your Travel Scooter in a safe manner ALCOHOL SMOKING The Travel Scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his her Travel Scooter This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol or while smoking WARNING Do not operate your Travel Scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol as this may impair your ability to operate the Travel Scooter in a safe manner WARNING Pride strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated in N your Travel Scooter although the Travel Scooter seat has passed the necessary testing requirements for cigarette smoke You must adhere to the following safety guidelines if you decide to smoke cigarettes while seated in our Travel Scooter m Donotleave lit cigarettes unattended Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions m Always make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before disposal ELECTROMAGNETIC AND RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE EMI RFI J N WARNING Laboratory tests have shown that electromag
25. d in figure 1 do not under any circumstances exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual Doing so could cause instability in your Travel Scooter Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all countries and therefore do not necessarily share the same standard percent of slope Other inclines may be natural or if man made not designed specifically for Travel Scooters Figure 1 illustrates your Travel Scooter s stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions These tests were conducted with the Travel Scooter 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 Travel Scooter s ability to travel up inclines is affected by your weight your Travel Scooter s speed your angle of approach to the incline and your Travel Scooter setup 275 lbs 124 74 kg 8 14 1 Figure 1 Maximum Recommended Incline Angle WARNING Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than what is shown in figure 1 may put your Travel Scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip 4 N WARNING Never carry an oxygen tank weighing more than 15 Ibs 6 8 kg Never fill the front or rear basket with contents exceeding 15 Ibs 6 8 kg 10 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY When you approach an incline
26. e caught in elevator doors NOTE If your scooter s turning radius is greater than 60 in 152 4 cm it may be difficult to maneuver in elevators and building entrances Use caution when attempting to turn or maneuver your Travel Scooter in small spaces and avoid areas that might pose a problem LIFT ELEVATION PRODUCTS If you will be traveling with your Travel Scooter you may find it necessary to use a lift elevation product to aid in transportation Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions specifications and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift elevation product before using that product i WARNING Never sit on your Travel Scooter when it is being used in connection with any type of lift elevation product Your Travel Scooter was not designed with 08 such use mind and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the i responsibility of Pride BATTERIES In addition to following the warnings below be sure to comply with all other battery handling information Pb MANDATORY Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and LA lead compounds Wear goggles and gloves while handling batteries and wash Lead W hands after handling WARNING Travel Scooter batteries are heavy See specifications table If you are unable to lift that much weight be sure to get help Use proper lifting techniques and avoid lifting beyond your capacity WARNING Always protect the
27. e seat 2 Rotate the seat to the desired position 3 Release the lever to secure the seat into place ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT The armrest width can be adjusted inward or outward Loosen the armrest adjustment knobs See figure 18 Use the attached ring to pull and remove the detent pins Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width Align the adjustment holes on the seat frame and armrest then reinsert the detent pins 5 Tighten the armrest adjustment knobs SEAT ROTATION LEVER DETENT PIN ARMREST ADJUSTMENT KNOB po peg Figure 18 Seat Adjustments NOTE Pivot the armrests upward to aid in getting onto and off of your Travel Scooter 30 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The seat can be repositioned to different heights See figure 19 1 Remove the seat and battery pack from your Travel Scooter 2 Use the attached ring to pull and remove the detent pin from the lower seat post 3 Raise or lower the upper seat post to the desired seat height 4 While holding the upper seat post at that height align the adjustment holes of the upper and lower seat posts 5 Fully insert the detent pin 6 Replace the battery pack and seat FRONT STORAGE AREA Your Travel Scooter is equipped with a front storage area that can be removed if additional leg or foot room is needed See figure 20 Remove the screws to separate the small basket from the Tra
28. ectors for damage before each use Contact your authorized Pride Provider if damage is found gt WARNING Do not attempt to open the battery charger case If the battery charger does not appear to be working correctly contact your authorized Pride Provider WARNING If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots then do not attempt to insert objects through these slots WARNING If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more information m X 2 Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 23 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Follow these easy steps to charge your batteries safely 1 Position your Travel Scooter or battery pack close to a standard electrical outlet See figure 15 2 Remove the key from the key switch 3 Make certain that the manual freewheel lever is in the drive rearward position 4 Plug the charger power cord into the charger power cord receptacle on your Travel Scooter then into the electrical outlet We recommend that you charge the batteries for 8 to 14 hours NOTE The LED lights on the charger indicate different charger conditions at various times Refer to the operat
29. ed formula urethane paint A light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY These items are all prelubricated sealed and require no subsequent lubrication MOTOR BRUSHES The motor brushes are housed inside of the motor transaxle assembly They should be inspected periodically for wear by your authorized Pride Provider CONSOLE CHARGER AND REAR ELECTRONICS Keep these areas free of moisture M Allow these areas to dry thoroughly if they have been exposed to moisture before operating your Travel Scooter again NYLON LOCK NUT REPLACEMENT Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the periodic maintenance assembly or disassembly of the Travel Scooter must be replaced with a new nut Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert resulting in a less secure fit Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores or through your authorized Pride Provider STORING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER If you plan on not using your Travel Scooter for an extended period of time it is best to 1 Fully charge its batteries prior to storage 2 Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter 3 Store your Travel Scooter in warm dry environment 4 Avoid storing your Travel Scooter where it will be exposed to temperature extremes Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged stored in extre
30. er sharply This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall Always exercise common sense when cornering BRAKING INFORMATION Your Travel Scooter is equipped with these powerful brake systems B Regenerative Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center stop position W 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 Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 11 ll SAFETY OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your Travel Scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surfaces composed of concrete blacktop or asphalt However Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encounter other surface types For this reason your Travel Scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil grass and gravel Feel free to use your Travel Scooter safely on lawns and in park areas Reduce your Travel Scooter s speed when driving on uneven terrain and or soft surfaces Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand Ifyou feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS WARNING You should not operate your Travel Scooter on public streets and roadways Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are sea
31. f while in freewheel mode the Travel Scooter s controller activates regenerative braking when the Travel Scooter is pushed faster than a maximum threshold which has been preprogrammed In this case the controller is acting as a speed governor Ifthe key is switched on while in freewheel mode you will encounter considerable resistance at any speed This prevents the Travel Scooter from gaining unwanted momentum should the manual freewheel lever inadvertently be released while driving the Travel Scooter STAIRS AND ESCALATORS Travel Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators Always use an elevator N f WARNING Do not use your Travel Scooter to negotiate steps or escalators Q DOORS Determine if the door opens toward or away from you Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push bar Drive your Travel Scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open Or drive your Travel Scooter gently and slowly rearwards to pull the door open Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 13 ll SAFETY ELEVATORS Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that when pushed reopens the door s Ifyou in the doorway of an elevator when the door s begin to close push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the Travel Scooter and the door will reopen Use care that pocketbooks packages or Travel Scooter accessories do not becom
32. f the visor to ward the rear of the Travel Scooter to loosen it from the reusable fas tener then gently pull the sides of the visor away from the tiller console and lift See figure 13 To reinstall the shroud pieces place each piece in its appropriate location and push with slight pressure to secure the re usable fastener NOTE When installing the front and rear fender panels make sure the tab at the bottom of each panel is in serted into the tab opening before se curing the panel See figure 10 PLUGS INTO STANDARD ELECTRICAL OUTLET PLUGS INTO BATTERY PACK Figure 9 Off Board Battery Charger Figure 11 Rear Fender Panel Figure 12 Side Panel Figure 13 Tiller Console Visor 22 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your Travel Scooter requires two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free They are recharged by the supplied off board charging system Charge your Travel Scooter s batteries for 8 to 14 hours prior to using it for the first time Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your Travel Scooter running smoothly READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGE The battery condition meter on the tiller console indicates the approximate strength of your batteries using a color code From right to left on the meter green indicates fully charged batteries yellow a draining charge and red indicates that an immediate recharge
33. he seat until it is facing you Make certain that the seat is secured into position Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward Make certain that the seat is secured into position Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard 9o LO En ex o a PRE RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS Is the seat at the proper height See VII Comfort Adjustments Is the seat secured into place Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and secured into place See VII Comfort Adjustments Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the position Does the Travel Scooter s horn work properly Is your proposed path clear of people pets and obstacles Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible OPERATING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER WARNING The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your Travel Scooter Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet V W Carrying passengers including pets 4 N Hanging any article from the tiller Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle Such practices could cause loss of control and or tipping Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while operating your Travel Scooter This driving position gives you the most control over your vehicle
34. he throttle control lever completely 6 then reinsert the key 0 the key y E BH EH NH Throttle trip Throttle potentiometer fault Contact your authorized Pride Provider for 7 or speed potentiometer fault assistance E BH EH NH EH NH The Travel Scooter s motor is Contact your authorized Pride Provider for 8 disconnected assistance Possible controller trip You may be m Shut down your Travel Scooter for a minimum E E H NH NH NH NM attempting to install the battery pack while mie of several minutes to allow the controller to cool 9 the key is inserted or the motor controller Or try reinserting the key into the key switch may be in overheat protective mode y y y What if all the systems on my Travel Scooter seem to be dead Make certain that the key is in the position Check that the batteries are fully charged fi Push in the main circuit breaker reset button See IV Your Travel Scooter Make certain that the battery pack is seated properly L Be sure the power down timer feature has not been activated See VI Operation Check the tiller console fuse located under the battery pack Figure 25 Working Fuse To check a fuse 1 Remove the fuse by pulling it out of its slot 2 Examine the fuse to be sure it is blown See figures 25 and 26 3 Insert a new fuse of the proper rat
35. ing of the old fuse Failure to use properly rated fuses may cause damage the electrical system Figure 26 Blown Fuse Replace WARNING The replacement fuse must exactly match the rating 4 M 34 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IX BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING What if the Travel Scooter s batteries won t charge Check the fuse located on the battery pack Replace if necessary During the charging process if the charger LED s never indicate a full charge check the fuse located on the battery pack Replace if necessary Ensure both ends of the charger power cord are inserted fully M Ifthe battery pack fuse continually blows contact your authorized Pride Provider for service What if my Travel Scooter does not move when I press the throttle control lever When the manual freewheel lever is pushed forward the brakes are disengaged and all power to the motor transaxle assembly is cut Pull back on the manual freewheel lever turn the Travel Scooter off and then back on to return to normal operation What if the main circuit breaker repeatedly trips Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorized Pride Provider for service Charge the Travel Scooter s batteries more frequently See V Batteries and Charging Ifthe problem continues have both of your Travel Scooter s batteries load tested by
36. ing instructions supplied with the charger for a complete explanation of these indicators 5 When the batteries are fully charged unplug the charger power cord from the electrical outlet and then from the charger power cord receptacle NOTE There is a charger inhibit function on your Travel Scooter The Travel Scooter will not run and the battery condition meter will not op erate while the batteries are charging when pack is being charged on the Travel Scooter Figure 15 Charging The Batteries Battery Pack Removed FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How does the charger work When your Travel Scooter s battery voltage is low the charger works harder sending more electrical current to the batteries to bring up their charge As the batteries approach a full charge the charger sends less and less electrical current When the batteries are fully charged the current sent from the charger is at nearly zero amperage Therefore when the charger is plugged in it maintains the charge on your Travel Scooter s batteries but does not overcharge them We do not recommend that you charge your Travel Scooter s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours What if my Travel Scooter s batteries will not charge Ensure that the fuse the battery pack is in working condition Ensure both ends of the charger power cord are inserted fully Can I use a different charger Chargers are selected precisely for particular appli
37. is necessary See figure 14 To ensure the highest accuracy the battery condition meter should be checked while operating your Travel Scooter at full speed on a dry level surface CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES NOTE The battery pack can be charged on or off the Travel Scooter Figure 14 Battery Condition Meter PROHIBITED Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard If necessary properly NS Y install an approved 3 pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2 pronged plug access N PROHIBITED Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery charger Plug the charger directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet PROHIBITED Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied MANDATORY Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger before charging the batteries WARNING Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries Keep the Travel Scooter and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide adequate ventilation when charging the batteries Poe WARNING You must recharge your scooter s batteries with the supplied off board charger Do not use an automotive type battery charger WARNING Inspectthe battery charger wiring and conn
38. itch throttle control lever horn button speed adjustment dial and the battery condition meter See figure 5 does become exposed to moisture do not attempt to operate your Travel Scooter until the WARNING Do not expose the tiller console to moisture In the event that the tiller console N 4 tiller console has dried thoroughly BATTERY CONDITION METER SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL KEY INSERTED INTO KEY SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Figure 5 Tiller Console Key Switch M Insert the key into the key switch and turn it clockwise to power up turn on your Travel Scooter Turn the key counterclockwise to power down turn off your Travel Scooter Although the key can be left in the key switch when the Travel Scooter is powered down we recommend remov ing it to prevent unauthorized use of your Travel Scooter WARNING If the key is moved to the off position while your Travel Scooter is in motion the electronic brakes will engage and your Travel Scooter will come to an abrupt stop Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your Travel Scooter up to the maximum speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial Place your right hand on the right handgrip and your left hand on the left handgrip Use your right thumb to push the right side of the lever to disengage your Travel Scooter s brakes and move forward Release the lever and allow your
39. ken in your Travel Scooter s batteries Fully recharge the batteries They should be at over 90 of their peak performance level Operate your Travel Scooter again Fully recharge the batteries again 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 QNI oen What about public transportation If you intend to use public transportation with your Travel Scooter you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 27 VI OPERATION BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER Have you fully charged the batteries See V Batteries and Charging 5 the manual freewheel lever in the drive rearward position Never leave the manual freewheel lever in the forward position unless you are manually pushing your Travel Scooter Ensure the tiller lock knob is in the unlocked position See VIII Disassembly and Assembly GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER 1 Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch the key from the key switch This will prevent the Travel Scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made WARNING Never attempt to get onto or off of your Travel Scooter without first removing Stand at the side of your Travel Scooter Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate t
40. l 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 Travel Scooter user will need to practice operating the Travel 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 Travel Scooter user in various daily living activities As you begin using your Travel 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 you become accustomed to operating the Travel Scooter safely MODIFICATIONS Pride has designed and engineered your Travel Scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility However under no circumstances should you modify add remove or disable any feature part or function of your Travel Scooter 2 WARNING not modify your Travel Scooter in any way not authorized by Pride Do not 2 N use accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride Products REMOVABLE PARTS 2 N WARNING Do not attempt to lift or move your
41. me temperatures or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable performance and limited service life It is recommended that you charge the Travel Scooter batteries periodically throughout periods of prolonged storage to ensure proper performance 2 WARNING Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen A battery T 20 Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 37 X CARE AND MAINTENANCE For prolonged storage you may wish to place several boards under the frame of your Travel Scooter to raise it off of the ground This takes the weight off the tires and reduces the possibility of flat spots developing on the areas of the tires contacting the ground DISPOSAL OF YOUR SCOOTER Your Travel Scooter must be disposed of according to applicable local and national statutory regulations Contact your local waste disposal agency or authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of packaging metal frame components plastic components electronics and batteries 38 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller XI WARRANTY FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For five 5 years from the date of purchase Pride will repair or replace at our option to the original purcahser any of the following parts found upon examination by an authorized representative of Pride to be defective in material and or workmanship Structural frame components including Platform Fork Seat Post
42. ner 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 ACN 088 609 661 Copyright 2007 Pride Mobility Products Corp INFMANU3107 Rev E August 2007 CONTENTS SNTRODUCTIOD 4 ant fe b ene hes 4 A uc lm deca 5 Seen Deque nes 17 IV YOUR TRAVEL SCOUTET eet he b tb des t eb 19 V gt BATTERIES AND CHARGING 23 VIE OPERATION eA AG A Ns ee 28 Vins COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Ded 30 Vili DISASSEMBLY ANID ASSEMBLY tb eli eum 32 IX BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 2 te a 34 Re CAREAND MAINTENANCE bebe br gelu be eee 36 PE a ced a ta e a a ttn iu et 39 Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 3 1 INTRODUCTION SAFETY WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Corporation Pride The product you have purchased combines state of the art components with safety comfort and styling in mind We are confident the design features will provide
43. netic and radio frequency waves P can have an adverse affect on the performance of electrically powered mobility vehicles Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones mobile two way radios such as walkie talkies radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters wireless computer links microwave signals paging transmitters and medium range mobile transceivers used by emergency vehicles In some cases these waves can cause unintended movement or damage to the control system Every electrically powered mobility vehicle has an immunity or resistance to EMI The higher the immunity level the greater the protection against EMI This product has been tested and has passed at an immunity level of 20 V M WARNING Be aware that cell phones two way radios laptops and other types of radio transmitters may cause unintended movement of your electrically powered mobility vehicle due to EMI Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid coming into close proximity of radio and TV stations WARNING The addition of accessories or components to the electrically powered mobility vehicle can increase the susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI Do not modify your Travel AN Scooter in any way not authorized by Pride WARNING The electrically powered mobility vehicle itself can disturb the performance of other electrical devices
44. on battery types Deep cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power drain down their charge and then accept a relatively quick recharge 8 to 14 hours We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Travel 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 Travel Scooter s batteries to stabilize 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 Travel 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 Travel 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 Travel Scooter s controls and have properly bro
45. rovider immediately Where damage has occurred during transport either to the packaging or content please contact the delivery company responsible INFORMATION EXCHANGE We want to hear your questions comments and suggestions about this manual We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Travel Scooter and about 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 about safety new products and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Travel Scooter Please feel free to contact us at the address below USA Canada Pride Mobility Products Corporation Pride Mobility Products Company Attn Customer Care Department 380 Vansickle Road Unit 350 182 Susquehanna Avenue St Catharines Ontario L2R 6P7 Exeter PA 18643 2694 1 888 570 1113 customercare pridemobility com 1 800 424 8205 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 4 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the Travel Scooter to identify warnings mandatory actions and prohibited ac tions It is very important for you to read and understand them completely Read and follow the information in the owner s manual Do not allow un
46. supervised children to play near the scooter while the batteries are charging Maximum seating weight 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 Unlocked and in freewheel mode Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode Locked and in drive mode Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 5 ll SAFETY Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries Do not remove anti tip wheels Do not use a cell phone walkie talkie laptop or other radio transmitter while e operating Gi 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 cord to the AC DC converter or the battery charger Contact with tools can cause electrical shock Do not open the battery pack until you have read the instructions within the owner s manual on how to do so Keep your hands away from the tires when driving Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become ca
47. system Maintain and store your wo Travel Scooter in a dry and clean condition pe WARNING Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of 2 upholstered and non upholstered items on the Travel Scooter possibly resulting in skin irritation Exercise caution when using your Travel Scooter in extremely hot or cold conditions orwhen exposing your Travel Scooter direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time A FREEWHEEL MODE Your Travel Scooter is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that when pushed forward allows the Travel Scooter to be pushed For more information about how to place your Travel Scooter into and out of freewheel mode see IV Your Travel Scooter WARNING When your Travel Scooter is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface SaN Ensure the key is removed from the key switch J Stand behind or to the side of the Travel Scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never sit a Travel Scooter to do this W After you have finished pushing your Travel Scooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes An added feature built into the Travel Scooter is push too fast protection which safeguards the Travel Scooter against gaining excessive speed while in freewheel mode Push too fast operates differently depending on which of two conditions exists Ifthe key is switched of
48. tation lever and swivel the seat back and forth while lifting up on the seat 3 Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter UNLOCKED POSITION POSITION Figure 22 Tiller Lock knob Locked Figure 23 Tiller Lock Knob Unlocked Frame Separation 1 Lower the tiller and tighten the tiller adjustment knob 2 Liftup on the frame release lever until the frame hooks are no longer resting on the lower frame tube 3 Slowly separate the two sections of the Travel Scooter See figure 24 32 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY NOTE Before attempting assembly tilt the rear half of the Travel Scooter slightly back on the anti tip wheels as show in figure 24 Use the frame release lever to lift the front section as you align the frame hooks of the front section with the lower frame tube of the rear section See figure 24 Once the frame hooks are over the lower frame tube lower the front section completely This will engage the frame lock up Raise the tiller and fully tighten the tiller adjustment knob Reinstall the battery pack Reinstall the seat and rotate it until it is secured into place Unlock the front wheel by turning the tiller lock knob 90 counterclockwise See figure 23 N WARNING After assembly make absolutely certain the tiller lock knob is in the unlocked N position before riding your Travel Scooter E gt 2 tr 2 eo um SLES Segre
49. ted on your Travel Scooter Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules Wait until your path is clear of traffic and then proceed with extreme caution STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS CURBS ETC WARNING Do not drive near raised surfaces unprotected ledges and or drop offs curbs porches Stairs etc WARNING Do not attempt to have your Travel Scooter climb or descend an obstacle that is inordinately high WARNING Do not attempt to have your Travel Scooter proceed backward down step curb or other obstacle This may cause the Travel Scooter to tip WARNING Be sure your Travel Scooter is traveling perpendicular to any curb you may be required to ascend or descend See figures 3 and 3A WARNING Do not attempt to negotiate a curb that has a height greater than 2 in 5 cm CURB Figure 3 Correct Curb Approach Figure 3A Incorrect Curb Approach 12 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS Exposure of your Travel Scooter to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible If suddenly caught up in rain snow severe cold or heat while operating your Travel Scooter proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity Thoroughly dry your Travel Scooter before storing charging or operating your Travel Scooter K amp N PROHIBITED Operating in rain snow salt mist spray conditions and on icy slippery 5 surfaces can have an adverse affect on the electrical
50. ter to tip REACHING AND BENDING Avoid reaching or bending while driving your Travel Scooter Bending forward creates the risk of accidental throttle control lever contact Bending to the side while seated creates the risk of tipping It is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the Travel Scooter from tipping Pride recommends that the Travel Scooter user determine his her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified attendant WARNING Do not bend lean or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from 7 N the Travel Scooter deck or from either side of the Travel Scooter Movements such as 2 these may change your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the Travel Scooter and cause your Travel Scooter to tip PROHIBITED Keep your hands away from the tires when driving Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught drive tires POSITIONING BELTS Your authorized Pride Provider therapist s and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your requirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your Travel Scooter safely A WARNING If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your Travel Scooter make 2 sure it is fastened securely Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 15 ll SAFETY PRESCRIPTION DRUGS PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS The Travel Scooter user must exercise care an
51. ught in the drive tires 6 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller 1 Do not use batteries with different amp hour Ah capacities Do not mix old and new m batteries Always replace both batteries at the same time Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it Explosive conditions exist Disposal and recycling Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging Disposal and recycling Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging Wear safety goggles Contains lead Lead Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 7 ll SAFETY GENERAL MANDATORY Do not operate your new Travel Scooter for the first time without completely U reading and understanding this owner s manual Your Travel 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 Travel Scooter user Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of Travel Scooter to be used is the responsibility of the Travel Scooter user who is capable of making such a decision and his her healthcare professional 1 medical doctor physical therapist etc The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the Trave
52. ve your Travel Scooter s battery life If you mistakenly leave the key in the key switch and in the on position but do not use your Travel Scooter for approximately 20 minutes the Travel Scooter s controller shuts down automatically If the power down timer feature takes effect perform the following steps to resume normal operation 1 Remove the key from the key switch 2 Reinsert the key and power up your Travel Scooter Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 29 VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT TILLER ADJUSTMENT KNOB WARNING Remove the key from the key IN switch before adjusting the tiller or the N seat Never attempt to adjust the tiller or the seat while the Travel Scooter is in motion N S Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an adjustable pivoting tiller 1 While supporting the tiller turn the tiller adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the tiller See figure 17 2 Move the tiller to a comfortable position 3 Turn the tiller adjustment knob clockwise to secure the tiller in position NOTE In order to fully lower the tiller you must first remove the seat and battery pack Remove the seat by pulling it straight up and off of the Travel Scooter Figure 17 Tiller Adjustment Knob SEAT ROTATION ADJUSTMENT The seat rotation lever located on the right side of the seat base secures the seat into several positions 1 Pullupon the seat rotation lever to disengage th
53. vel Scooter NOTE As a precaution avoid placing wallets keys or valuable items in the storage area UPPER SEAT POST LOWER SEAT POST DETENT PIN REMOVABLE STORAGE Figure 20 Front Storage Area Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 31 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY You can disassemble the Travel Scooter into five BASKET pieces the seat the front section the rear section the basket and the battery pack See figure 21 No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Travel Scooter Always disassemble or as semble your Travel Scooter on a level dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around about five feet 1 5 meters in all directions Remember that some Travel Scooter components are heavy and you may need assistance when lifting them REAR SECTION FRONT SECTION BATTERY PACK WARNING Do not lift weight beyond your physical capability Figure 21 Disassembled Travel Scooter Ask for assistance when necessary a while disassembling or assembling your Travel Scooter 1 Lock the tiller in the straight ahead position by pushing the tiller lock knob in and turning it clockwise 90 See figure 22 The front wheel must face forward in order to lock the tiller 2 Remove the seat by lifting it straight up and off of the Travel Scooter If you encounter resistance when removing the seat disengage the seat ro
54. verts electrical energy from your Travel Scooter s batteries into the controlled mechanical energy that drives the Travel Scooter s wheels 20 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IV YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER BATTERY PACK Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an innovative easy to remove battery pack A handle on the top of the battery pack makes it easy to lift the pack off of the Travel Scooter with one hand The battery pack contains two batteries standard 12 Ah or optional 17 Ah the charger power cord receptacle the main circuit breaker reset button and the battery pack fuse See figure 7 BATTERY PACK HANDLE BATTERY PACK BATTERY PACK FUSE CHARGER POWER 4 MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER CORD RECEPTACLE RESET BUTTON Figure 7 Battery Pack 12 Ah Pack Shown Charger Power Cord Receptacle The 3 pin end of the charger power cord plugs into this receptacle Main Circuit Breaker Reset Button When the voltage in your Travel Scooter s batteries becomes low or the Travel Scooter is heavily strained because of excessive loads or steep inclines the main circuit breaker may trip to protect the motor and elec tronics from damage The main circuit breaker reset button pops out when the breaker trips When the breaker trips the entire electrical system of your Travel Scooter shuts down Allow a minute or two for your Travel Scooter s electronics to rest Push in the reset button to reset the m
55. y secured 2 when it is being transported Batteries should be secured in upright position and protective caps should be installed on the battery terminals Batteries should not be transported with any flammable or combustible items PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT WARNING If you anticipate being seated in stationary position for an extended period of time turn off the power This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent throttle 4 y control lever contact GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER Getting onto and off of your Travel Scooter requires a good sense of balance Please observe the following safety tips when getting onto and off of your Travel Scooter B Remove the key from the key switch Ensure that your Travel Scooter is not in freewheel mode See IV Your Travel Scooter Ensure that the seat is secured into place Pivot the armrests up to make getting onto and off of the Travel Scooter easier WARNING Position yourself as far back as possible in the Travel Scooter seat to prevent the Travel Scooter from tipping WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight the Travel Scooter armrests do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes such as transfers Such use may cause the 4 y Travel Scooter to tip resulting in a fall from the Travel Scooter and personal injury WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the floorboard Such use may cause the Travel Scoo
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