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1. 111 SPECIFICATIONS 34 cm 13 5 19 cm 7 5 wo Moa e j 8 42 47 d 16 5 18 5 3 3 7 5 cm 3 _ E 112 cm 44 Length 4 Wheel Rally 104 cm 41 Length 3 Wheel Rally 99 cm 39 3 Wheel Rally Turning Radius 4 Wheel Rally Turning Radius FIGURE 4 RALLY DIMENSIONS 7cm 25 4 20 cm 23 cm 8 9 po Sum X FIGURE 4A RALLY WHEEL DIMENSIONS FRONT FIGURE 4B RALLY WHEEL DIMENSIONS REAR Rally 15 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 3 wheel SCUK 151 4 wheel SCUK155 Available Colours Candy Apple Red Overall Length 3 wheel 104 cm 41 in 4 wheel 112 cm 44 in Overall Width 53 cm 21 in Total Weight Without Batteries 3 wheel 42 kg 93 Ibs 4 wheel 52 5 kg 116 lbs Heaviest Piece When Disassembled Rear section 20 5 kg 45 Ibs Turning Radius 3 wheel 99 cm 39 in 4 wheel 137 cm 54 in Maximum Speed Up to 6 8 km h 4 25 mph 60 reverse may vary with terrain Range Per Charge Up to 24 km 15 miles with 17 AH batteries up to 40 km 25 miles with 32 AH batteries Ground Clearance 7 5 cm 3 in Weight Capacity 136 kg 21 stone 300 Ib maximum Standard Seating Type Foldable molded plastic Dimensio
2. Owner s Manual ATTENTION Please read the content of your owner s manual before operating your scooter The Ultimate In Style amp Performance La Unit 106 Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford Oxfordshire OX25 5HA Mobility Products Ltd www pridemobility com 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 local 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 professional Pride is not responsible for injuries and or damage resulting from any person s failure to follow the warnings cautions and instructions in this owner s manual Pride is not responsible for injuries and or damage resulting from any person s failure to exercise good judgement and or common sense The symbols below are used throughout this owner s manual to identify warnings and cautions It is very important for you to read and understand them completely Y WARNING Failure to heed the warnings in this owner s manual may result in personal i
3. PRE RIDE SAFETY CHECK Get to know the feel of your scooter and its capabilities It is recommended 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 X Care and Maintenance Perform the following inspections prior to using your scooter Check for proper tyre inflation Maintain 30 35 psi in each tyre if equipped with pneumatic tyres Check all electrical connections Make sure they are tight and not corroded Check all controller connections to the utility tray Make sure they are secured properly Check the brakes Check battery charge TYRE INFLATION If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tyres you should check or have the air pressure checked at least once a week Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tyres and help ensure the smooth operation of your scooter WARNING It is critically important that 30 35 psi tyre pressure be maintained in pneumatic tyres at all times Failure to maintain 30 35 psi tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result in catastrophic tyre and or wheel failure causing serious personal injury and or damage to your scooter WARNING Inflate your scooter drive tyres from a regulated air source with an available pressure gauge Minimum air pressure for scooter drive tyres is 30 35 psi Inflating your tyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate
4. 6 3 kg 14 Ibs each If you are unable to lift that much weight be sure to get help Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling WARNING Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery Charging a frozen battery may result in personal injury and or damage to the battery PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT WARNING If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time turn off the power This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent throttle control lever contact Failure to do so may result in personal injury 12 Rally II SAFETY MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT Currently there are no standards approved for tie down systems in a moving vehicle of any type to transport a person while seated in a scooter Although your scooter may be equipped with a positioning belt this belt is not designed to provide proper restraint during motor vehicle transport Anyone traveling in a motor vehicle should be properly secured in the motor vehicle seat with safety belts fastened securely WARNING Do not sit on your scooter while it is in a moving vehicle Personal injury and or property damage may result WARNING Always be sure your scooter and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported Failure to do so may result in pers
5. at the back ofthe N seat frame 2 Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width 3 Tighten the adjustment knobs ADUSIMENT NOTE The armrests also raise up making getting onto and off of your scooter easier gt n N SEAT FRAME FIGURE 13 ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT SEAT ROTATION The seat lock lever locks the seat in one of eight positions See figure 14 1 Push forward on the seat lock lever to unlock the seat 2 Rotatethe seat to the desired position 3 Release the seat lock lever to lock the seat securely in place PUSH FORWARD A TOROTATE SEAT FIGURE 14 SEAT LOCK LEVER Rally 29 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY Always disassemble or assemble your scooter on a level dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around your scooter Keep in mind that the disassembled sections of the scooter take up more floor space than the assembled scooter DISASSEMBLY WARNING Lifting weight beyond your physical capability may result in personal injury Ask for assistance when necessary while disassembling your scooter 1 Remove the key from the key switch See IV Your Rally Pull up on the manual freewheel lever See IV Your Rally Putting your Rally in freewheel mode makes it easier for you to maneuver the rear section because the drive wheels are free to turn Lift the seat up and off of your scooter Gently lift the rear shroud off of yo
6. the frame handle slightly lift the front section and slide the front and rear sections apart See figures 17 and 18 30 Rally Vill DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY UPPER SEAT POST FRAME LOCK UP FIGURE 17 FRAME HANDLE FIGURE 18 FRAME SEPARATION ASSEMBLY 1 Pull up on the manual freewheel lever Putting your scooter in freewheel mode makes it easier for you to maneuver the rear section because the drive wheels are free to turn See IV Your Rally 2 Position the front and rear sections of your scooter as shown in figure 18 Gently pull up on the upper seat post so the front of the rear section pivots up 4 Using the frame handle lift the front section and align the lower slots on the rear of the front section with the corresponding lower pegs on the front of the rear section Pivot the rear section forward until it locks in place with a click See figure 17 5 Raise the tiller to the upright position by turning the tiller adjustment lever anticlockwise until it is loose Press the release buttons and raise the tiller to the desired position Tighten the tiller adjustment lever 6 Connect the large white 9 pin front to rear connector located on the harness coming out of the scooter s front section to the connector s mating socket found near the front of the scooter s rear section 7 Place the batteries in the battery wells and strap them in place 8 Connect the 2 pin battery harnesses into the mating harness
7. the old battery Place a new battery in the battery well Connect the red battery cable to the positive battery terminal Connect the black battery cable to the negative battery terminal Reconnect the battery harness 10 Reconnect the battery tie down strap 11 Reinstall the rear shroud and seat SO 00 tU d rr What about public transportation If you intend to use public transportation with your scooter you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements rs 24 Rally 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 common battery types Deep cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power drain down their charge and then accept a relatively quick recharge We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your scooter s specific electrical demands Fresh batteries arrive daily at Pride and are shipped fully charged to our customers During shipping the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that can influence their initial performance Heat diminishes the charge on the battery cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery It may take a few days for the temperature of your scooter s batteries to stabilise and adjust to their n
8. them resulting in a burst tyre and or personal injury If you discover a problem contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your scooter 15 rated for a maximum weight limit of 136 kg 21 stone 300 lbs 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 scooter Carrying passengers on your scooter may result in personal injury and or property damage INCLINE INFORMATION More and more buildings have ramps with specified percents 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 Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline Take wide swings with your scooter s front wheel s 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 B When 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 Rally Avoid sudden stops and starts Rally 7 II SAFETY When climbing an incline try t
9. your batteries more often You may also need to have your authorised Pride provider perform a load test on your scooter s batteries Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorised Pride provider for service Manual Freewheel Lever Whenever you need or want to push your scooter for short distances you can put it in freewheel mode WARNING Before placing your scooter into or taking it out of freewheel mode remove the key from the key switch Even though the motor of your scooter is disengaged from the drive system when your scooter is put in manual freewheel mode the motor can still run if the throttle lever is pushed Never sit on a scooter when it is in freewheel mode Never put a scooter in freewheel mode on an incline B The manual freewheel lever is located on the end of the motor transaxle assembly at the left rear of the scooter and extends through the rear shroud See figure 7 B Pull up on manual freewheel lever to disable the drive system and the brake system You will then be able to push your scooter B Push down on the manual freewheel lever to reengage the drive system and the brake system and to take your scooter out of freewheel mode 20 Rally IV YOUR RALLY Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembly consists of a geared transmission and differential This one piece direct drive fully sealed assembly provides quiet operation with maximum power and long life See figure 7 Ant
10. your scooter s batteries do become frozen do not attempt to charge them Cold or frozen batteries should be allowed to warm up for several days prior to recharging For prolonged storage you may wish to place several boards under the frame of your scooter to raise it off of the ground This takes the weight off the tyres and reduces the possibility of flat spots developing on the areas of the tyres contacting the ground Rally 25 Vi OPERATION BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER B Have you fully charged the batteries See V Batteries and Charging B Is manual freewheel lever in the drive down position WARNING Never leave the manual freewheel lever pulled up unless you are manually pushing your scooter GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER 1 Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch WARNING Never attempt to get onto your scooter without first removing the key from the key switch This prevents the scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made Stand at the side of your scooter Push forward on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat Fasten the lap belt if equipped Push forward on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position Make certain that your feet
11. 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 This 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 height greater than 5 cm 2 FIGURE 3 CORRECT KERB APPROACH FIGURE 3A INCORRECT KERB APPROACH 10 Rally II SAFETY BRAKING INFORMATION Your scooter is equipped with two powerful brake systems 1 Regenerative Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the 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 PUBLIC ROADS AND PARKING LOTS WARNING You should not operate your scooter on public roads and parking lots Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your scooter Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules Wait until your path is clear of traffic and then proceed with extreme caution NOTE Safety acces
12. SEVEN SCOOTER COMPONENTS CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY The control console assembly houses all of the controls you need to drive your scooter including the key switch the speed adjustment dial the throttle control lever the battery condition metre the horn button and the light switch See figure 6 WARNING Do not expose the control console assembly to moisture In the event that the console does become exposed to moisture do not attempt to operate your scooter until the control console assembly has thoroughly dried BATTERY CONDITION METRE KEY SWITCH KEY SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL LIGHT SWITCH HORN BUTTON THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER FORWARD THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER REVERSE FIGURE 6 CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY Rally 17 IV YOUR RALLY Key Switch Fully insert the key into the key switch to power up turn on your scooter B Pull the key out to power down turn off your scooter WARNING If the key is removed from the key switch while your scooter is in motion the electronic brakes engage and your scooter comes to an abrupt stop Speed Adjustment Dial This control dial allows you to preselect and limit your scooter s top speed B The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward and the reverse speed of your scooter up to the maximum speed preset by t
13. ance or running time per battery charge Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge Always fully charge your scooter s batteries prior to daily use Maintain 30 35 psi pounds per square inch in each tyre 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 scooter is in motion Avoid stop and go driving What type and size of battery should I use We recommend deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free Both sealed lead acid and gel cell are deep cycle batteries that are similar in performance Do not use wet cell batteries which have removable caps CAUTION Do not remove the caps from sealed batteries Water cannot be added to sealed batteries Cap removal voids the battery warranty and may cause damage to the batteries and to your scooter Use these specifications to reorder deep cycle batteries Type Deep cycle sealed lead acid or gel cell Size U 1 32 AH only Voltage 12 volts each Amperage 32 AH 17 AH To change a battery in your scooter WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Remove the seat and rear shroud Disconnect the battery tie down strap Disconnect the battery harness Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals Remove
14. are safely on the floorboard NO AADMNKWN PRE RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS Are you positioned comfortably in the seat See Getting Onto Your Scooter above Is the seat at the proper height See VII Comfort Adjustments Is the seat locked securely in place See VI Comfort Adjustments Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place See VII Comfort Adjustments Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and in the on position See IV Your Rally Does your 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 SCOOTER After planning your route Adjust the speed adjustment dial on the control console assembly to your desired speed Press your thumb against the appropriate throttle control lever The electric brake automatically disengages and the scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial Pull on the left handgrip to steer your scooter to the left Pull on the right handgrip to steer your scooter to the right Move the tiller to the centre position to drive straight ahead Release the throttle control lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop The electric brake automatically engages when your scooter comes to a stop NOTE The rear wheel drive transaxle gives your scooter maximum t
15. ays use an elevator WARNING Do not use your scooter to negotiate steps or escalators You may cause injury to yourself and to others and damage your scooter DOORS B Determine if the door opens toward or away from you E Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push bar E Drive your scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open Or drive your scooter gently and slowly rearward to pull the door open ELEVATORS Modern elevators have door edge safety mechanism that when pushed reopens the elevator door s Ifyou in the doorway of an elevator when door s begin to close push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the scooter and the door will reopen Use care that pocketbooks packages or scooter accessories do not become caught in elevator doors LIFT ELEVATION PRODUCTS If you will be traveling with your scooter you may find it necessary to use a lift elevation product to aid in transportation It is recommended that you closely review the instructions specifications and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift elevation product before using that product BATTERIES In addition to following the warnings below be sure to comply with all other battery handling information For more information about your scooter s batteries see V Batteries and Charging WARNING 32 AH scooter batteries weigh 11 kg 24 lbs each and 17 AH batteries weigh
16. cooter 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 68 kg 90kg 113 kg 11 stone 14stone 18 stone 150 Ibs 200 Ibs 300 Ibs 8 7 7 3 5 QUO FIGURE 1 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED RALLY 3 WHEEL INCLINE ANGLE 68kg 90kg 113kg 11 stone 14 stone 18 stone 150 Ibs 200 Ibs 300 Ibs 87 7 0 3 5 QUO s FIGURE 1A MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED RALLY 4 WHEEL INCLINE ANGLE WARNING Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 8 7 may put your scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip resulting in personal injury 8 Rally II SAFETY 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 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 unev
17. e battery condition metre on the control console assembly indicates the approximate strength of your batteries using a colour code Green indicates fully charged batteries yellow a draining charge and red indicates that an immediate recharge is necessary See figure 9 CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES Follow these easy steps to charge your batteries safely 1 Position your scooter close to a standard wall outlet 2 Remove the key from the key switch 3 Make certain that the freewheel lever is in the drive down position 4 Plug the charger power lead into the charger power lead receptacle BATTERY SPACER BRACKET FIGURE 8 POSITIONING THE BATTERY SPACER BRACKET TREE CLIP FIGURE 8A INSTALLING THE CHRISTMAS TREE CLIPS I 1 I 1 1 18 21 22 24 26 FIGURE 9 BATTERY CONDITION METRE WARNING Never use an extension lead to plug in your battery charger Plug the charger directly into a properly wired standard wall outlet 5 Whenthe batteries are fully charged unplug the charger power lead from the wall outlet and then from the charger power lead receptacle NOTE There is a charger inhibit function on your scooter The scooter will not run and the battery condition metre will not operate while the batteries are charging 22 Rally V BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES AND CHARGING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQS How does the charger work When your scooter s battery voltage is low the cha
18. en 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 1 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 A speeds do not corner sharply This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall To avoid personal injury or property damage always exercise common sense when cornering Rally 9 II SAFETY OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your 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 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 Reduce your 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 If you feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS KERBS ETC WARNING
19. ery charger The cap unscrews to allow access to the fuse WB Unscrew the cap and replace the fuse if it has blown fuse with an incorrect rating you may damage the charger Contact your authorised Pride provider for fuse rating information CAUTION The replacement fuse must exactly match the rating of the new fuse If you install a Batteries The batteries store the electrical energy that powers your scooter See V Batteries and Charging Electronic Controller Assembly The electronic controller assembly is located behind the batteries and at the forward left corner of the scooter s rear section This assembly receives electrical signals from the console controls and sends power to the motor the brakes and the optional lighting system Main Circuit Breaker When the voltage in your scooter s batteries becomes low or your scooter is heavily strained because of excessive loads or steep inclines the main circuit breaker may trip to protect your scooter s motor and electronics from damage B The main circuit breaker is mounted on the rear section of the scooter near the manual freewheel lever See figure 7 The main circuit breaker reset button pops out when the breaker trips When the breaker trips the entire electrical system of your scooter 15 shut down Allow a minute or so for your scooter s electronics to rest Push in the reset button to reset the breaker If the breaker trips frequently you may need to charge
20. es that extend from the electronic controller assembly 9 Gently place the rear shroud over the seat pedestal and slide it down into position The reusable fasteners hold it in place 10 Carefully lift the seat and slide the post on the bottom of the seat frame into the seat pedestal 11 Rotate the seat until it locks into place to complete the assembly of your scooter m Rally 31 IX 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 PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS One of the following actions may eliminate the problem Remove and reinsert the key in the key switch of my scooter systems appear to be dead Ensure the batteries are fully charged Push in the main circuit breaker reset button Ensure both battery harnesses are firmly connected to the electronic controller assembly and to the battery terminals Ensure the front to rear harness connector is firmly connected My scooter s battery condition metre shows a full Ensure your scooter was not left in freewheel mode charge but my scooter does not move when I push the Push down on the manual freewheel lever to restore normal throttle operation NOTE When the manual fre
21. ew room or ambient temperature More importantly it takes a few charging cycles partial draining followed by full recharging to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep cycle battery s peak performance and long life Follow these steps to properly break in your scooter s new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life 1 Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88 of its peak performance level 2 Operate your new scooter in familiar and safe areas Drive slowly at first and do not travel too far from your home or familiar surroundings until you have become accustomed to your scooter s controls and have properly broken in your scooter s batteries Fully recharge the batteries They should be at over 90 of their peak performance level Operate your 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 Qv AGRO How should I store my scooter and its batteries If you plan on not using your scooter for an extended period of time it 1s best to B Fully charge its batteries prior to storage E Disconnect both battery harnesses Store your scooter in a warm dry environment Avoid storing your scooter where it will be exposed to temperature extremes WARNING If
22. ewheel lever is pulled up your scooter s brakes are disengaged and all power to the motor transaxle assembly is cut My scooter s main circuit breaker repeatedly trips One of the following actions may eliminate the problem Charge your scooter s batteries more frequently Have both of your scooter s batteries load tested by your authorised Pride provider Obtain a battery load tester at most any automotive parts store follow the directions supplied with the load tester My scooter s battery condition metre dips way down One of the following actions may eliminate the problem and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the B Fully charge your scooter s batteries throttle control lever B Have your authorised Pride provider load test each battery Obtain a battery load tester at most any automotive parts store follow the directions supplied with the load tester If you experience any problems with your scooter that you are unable to handle immediately contact your authorised Pride provider for information maintenance and service 32 Rally X CARE AND MAINTENANCE The following areas require periodic inspection and or care and maintenance TYRE PRESSURE E For optimum scooter performance we recommend you maintain the tyre pressure between 30 35 psi A WARNING Do not exceed 35 psi overinflating a tyre can cause it to explode TYRE CONDITION AND TREAD WEAR B Regularly inspect your scooter s tyres for s
23. fy 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 Rally Please feel free to write us at the address below Pride Mobility Products Ltd Unit 106 Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford Oxfordshire OX25 SHA 4 Rally 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 owner 5 manual write us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately Rally 5 II SAFETY GENERAL WARNING Do not operate your new scooter for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner s manual Your scooter is a state of the art life enhancement device designed to increase mobility Pride provides an 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
24. he 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 scooter s brake and move forward B Release the lever and allow your 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 centre stop position and engages your scooter s brake Battery Condition Metre This metre gives an approximate reading of your scooter s battery voltage when the key is fully inserted into the key switch and turned to the on position NOTE To ensure the highest accuracy the battery condition meter should be checked while operating your scooter at full speed on a level surface Horn Button B The key must be fully inserted into the key switch for the horn to be operational WI This button activates a warning horn Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when its use could prevent accident or injury Light Switch This switch controls your scooter s headlight system Press this switch once to turn on the lights Wi Press it again to turn off the lights 18 Rally IV YOUR RALLY REAR SECTION The onboard battery charger the charger power lead receptacle the battery charger fuse the batteries the electronic controller assembly the main circuit breaker the manual freewheel lever and the moto
25. hile seated on your scooter it is important to maintain a stable centre of gravity and keep the scooter from tipping It is recommended that the scooter user determine his her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional WARNING Do not bend lean or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees Movements such as these may change your centre of gravity and the weight distribution of the scooter and cause your scooter to tip possibly resulting in personal injury Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving PRESCRIPTION DRUGS PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS The scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his her scooter This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over the counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations WARNING Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over the counter medication or if you have certain physical limitations Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your scooter in a safe manner ALCOHOL The scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his her scooter This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol WARNING Do not operate your scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol as this may impair your ability to drive safely 14 Rally
26. i Tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your scooter Do not under any circumstances remove the anti tip wheels from your scooter OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concerning these optional accessories contact your authorised Pride provider d d A Ll Ud og g SINGLE CANE DOUBLE CANE WALKER HOLDER FOREARM CRUTCH OXYGEN TANK CRUTCH CRUTCH HOLDER HOLDER HOLDER HOLDER TAILLIGHT SAFETY FLAG CUP HOLDER Rally 21 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your scooter requires two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free They are recharged by an onboard 3 amp charging system designed for ease of use and convenience Charge your scooter s batteries prior to using it for the first time E Keep your batteries fully charged to keep your scooter run ning trouble free You have the option to use either 32 AH or 17 AH batteries for your scooter Your scooter was preset to use 32 AH batteries If you decide to use 17 AH batteries you must install the two provided battery spacer brackets Follow these easy steps to install the battery spacer brackets 1 Position the spacer bracket in the battery well See figure 8 2 Align holes in the spacer bracket with the holes in the battery well 3 Install the Christmas tree clips See figure 8A 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the second spacer bracket READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGE Th
27. igns of wear E Use rubber conditioner on your scooter s tyres to help to preserve them WARNING Do not put rubber conditioner on tyre tread this may cause the tyres to become dangerously slippery EXTERIOR SURFACES B Bumpers and trim also benefit from an occasional application of rubber or vinyl conditioner WARNING Do not use a rubber or vinyl conditioner on the scooter s vinyl seat it may become dangerously slippery The tiller shroud front shroud and the rear shroud are formed from durable ABS plastic and coated with an advanced formula urethane paint A light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss BATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS B Make certain that the terminal connections remain tight and uncorroded The batteries must sit flat in the battery wells E The battery terminals should face the rear of the scooter WIRING HARNESSES B Regularly check all wiring connections B Regularly check all wiring insulation including the charger power lead for wear or damage B Have your authorised Pride provider repair or replace any damaged connector connection or insulation that you find before using your scooter again AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY E These items are all prelubricated sealed and require no subsequent lubrication CONSOLE CHARGER AND ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER M Keep these areas free of moisture of these items do become exposed to moisture
28. let them dry thoroughly before operating the scooter again Rally 33 XI WARRANTY TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components including platform fork seat post and frame welds Drive train including differential motor and brake ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Pride Scooter is fully guaranteed for twelve 12 months from the date of purchase against faults arising due to defects in manufacture or materials This warranty does not detract from but is in addition to your legal rights All electronic parts including controllers and battery chargers have a one 1 year warranty Servicing to the controller or battery charger must be carried out by your authorised Pride provider Any attempt to open or dismantle these items renders the guarantee void on that item NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY This guarantee does not extend to those items which may need replacement due to normal wear and tear tyres belts bulbs upholstery plastic shrouds motor brushes fuses batteries see Batteries below or damage to the product caused by misuse or accident for which Pride or its agent cannot be held responsible This warranty does not include labor or service calls BATTERIES Batteries are covered by a twelve 12 month warranty from the original manufacturer Gradual deterioration in performance due to being left in a discharged state in cold conditions for long periods of time or worn out through heavy use is not co
29. njury CAUTION Failure to heed the cautions in this owner s manual may result in damage to your scooter Copyright O 2003 Pride Mobility Products Ltd INFMANU1901 REV G September 2003 CONTENTS l INTRODUCTION ooo sess meme eere 4 Il SAFETY 6 Ill SPECIFICATIONS 15 IV YOUR RALLY 17 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING 22 OPERATION trei aeter R tto i daten 26 VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS sss eee 28 VIIL DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 30 IX TROUBLESHOOTING occ seems 32 X CARE AND MAINTENANCE sese 33 XI Lj Age 34 RALLY 3 RALLY 4 Rally 3 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Ltd Pride Congratulations on the purchase of your new Rally The Rally design combines the most advanced state of the art components with modern attractive styling We are certain that the design features and trouble free operation of your new scooter will add convenience to your daily living 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 Rally for the first time These instructions were produced for your benefit Your understanding of these instructions 18 essential for the safe operation of your ne
30. ns width 46 cm 18 in depth 41 cm 16 in usable height 34 cm 13 5 in usable Material Vinyl Grey Fabric Grey Drive System Rear wheel drive 24V sealed transaxle Dual Braking System Electronic regenerative and electromechanical Wheels Black aluminum alloy mags Tyres front 20 cm 8 in x 5 cm 2 in Tyres rear 23 cm 9 in x 7 cm 2 5 in Battery Requirements Type 12V deep cycle SLA or gell cell Size U 1 32 AH only or 17 AH Battery Charger Onboard 3 amp Warranty 2 year limited Accessories and Options Single cane crutch holder double cane crutch holder oxygen tank holder walker holder forearm crutch holder cup holder dust cover safety flag rear basket taillight saddle bag arm mount Varies with user weight terrain type battery charge battery condition and tyre condition 16 Rally IV YOUR RALLY Your Rally is a motorized electric scooter designed to enhance your personal mobility Your Rally is an indoor outdoor scooter that was designed to travel primarily on smooth surfaces such as pavement roads parking lots floors and driveways For easy transportation or storage you can disassemble your scooter into seven components See figure 5 SEAT REAR SECTION 0 gt ne FRONT SECTION ha T w 1 E _ J BASKET REAR SHROUD Hj y BATTERIES FIGURE 5
31. o 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 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 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 This 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 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 scooters Figures land 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 s
32. onal injury and or damage to your scooter GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER Getting onto and off of your scooter requires a good sense of balance Please observe the following safety tips when getting onto and off of your scooter B Power down your scooter See VI Operation E Ensure that your scooter is not in freewheel mode See IV Your Rally Make certain that the seat is locked into place and the key is removed from the key switch The seat armrests can be flipped up to make getting on and off your scooter easier WARNING Position yourself as far back as possible in the scooter seat to prevent the scooter from tipping and causing injury WARNING Avoid using the armrests for weight bearing purposes Such use may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the floorboard Such use may cause the scooter to tip and cause personal injury POSITIONING BELTS Your authorised provider therapist s and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your requirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your scooter safely WARNING If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your scooter make sure it is fastened securely Serious personal injury may result if you fall from the scooter Rally 13 II SAFETY REACHING AND BENDING Avoid reaching or bending while driving your scooter When reaching bending or leaning w
33. ow resume normal operation Rally 21 VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Remove the key from the key switch before adjusting the tiller or the seat Never attempt to adjust the tiller or the seat while the scooter is in motion You can adjust the tiller to many positions The tiller adjustment lever locks the tiller in place It has a spring loaded mechanism that enables you to rotate it and change its position TILLER ADJUST MENT LEVER 4 E FIGURE 10 ADJUSTING THE TILLE Turn the tiller adjustment lever anticlockwise until it is loose Ifthe tiller adjustment lever comes in contact with the tiller basket pull it outward turn it clockwise and release it Continue to loosen until the tiller is able to move See figure 10 Press the release buttons and move the tiller to a comfortable position See figure 10A Turn the tiller adjustment lever clockwise until it is tight If the tiller adjustment lever comes in contact with the tiller basket pull it outward turn it anticlockwise and release it Continue to turn the lever until it is tight The tiller may be lowered to the centre ofthe floorboard and locked in place for storage See Disassembly and Assembly TILLER BOOT TILLER RELEASE BUTTON R ANGLE SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The seat can be repositioned to one ofthree different heights See figure 11 1 2 Push forward on the seat lock lever and lift the seat up and off ofthe scoo
34. r transaxle assembly are located on the rear section of your scooter See VIII Disassembly and Assembly for instructions on removing the rear shroud The anti tip wheels are at the rearmost part of your scooter See figure 7 BATTERIES ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER ONBOARD BATTERY RESET BUTTON CHARGER CHARGER POWER LEAD RECEPTACLE BATTERY CHARGER FUSE MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER MOTOR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ANTI TIP WHEELS Figure 7 Rear Section Onboard Battery Charger The onboard 3 amp battery charger converts household alternating current AC to direct current DC and charges the batteries of your scooter See V Batteries and Charging B The charger is located behind the batteries and at the forward right corner of the rear section The charger is a box with cooling fins on the exterior of its case The charger power lead plugs into the battery charger by means of a receptacle located on the rear section of your scooter near the manual freewheel lever and the main circuit breaker reset button See figure 7 Battery Charger Fuse The fuse has been incorporated into your charger to protect it from damage in the event of an electrical problem Rally 19 IV YOUR RALLY If your charger fuse repeatedly blows try plugging your scooter s power charger lead into an outlet on a different circuit The fuse is located under a cap on the outside of the batt
35. raction with minimal steering effort on your part 26 Rally Vi OPERATION GETTING OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER 1 Bring your scooter to a complete stop 2 Remove the key from the key switch WARNING Never attempt to get off of your scooter without first removing the key from the key switch This prevents the scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made 3 Push forward on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your scooter Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position Unfasten the lap belt if equipped Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the side of your scooter You may if you wish leave the seat facing to the side to facilitate boarding your scooter next time MO wo AUTO SHUTOFF FEATURE The scooter is equipped with an energy saving auto shutoff feature Ifyou leave the key in the key switch and the scooter remains inactive for approximately 20 minutes the motor controller will automatically shut down This feature 1s designed to preserve battery life NOTE Although the motor controller will be shut down by the auto shutoff feature all activated lights will remain on For maximum battery life it is recommended that you turn off your lights or remove the key from the key switch To restore power back to the scooter B Remove the key from the key switch Wi Insert the key back into the key switch Your scooter will n
36. rger 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 scooter s batteries but does not overcharge them We do not recommend that you charge your scooter s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours What if my scooter s batteries won t charge E Ensure that the red and black battery cables are connected properly to the battery terminals Ensure both battery harnesses that extend from the batteries are plugged into their mating harness leading to the charger E Ensure that both ends of the charger power lead are inserted fully Can I use a different charger For the safest most efficient and balanced charging of your scooter s batteries we prefer and highly recommend simultaneous charging of both batteries with the onboard battery charger How often must I charge the batteries Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge your scooter s batteries day scooter use on a daily basis B Infrequent or sporadic scooter use With these considerations in mind you can determine how often and for how long you should charge your scooter s batteries We designed the onboard charger so that it will not o
37. sories like reflectors fluorescent flags and various lighting packages are available to order from your authorised Pride provider INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS WARNING It is recommended that you do not operate your scooter in icy or slippery conditions or on salted surfaces i e walks or roads Such use may result in an accident personal injury or adversely affect the performance and safety of your scooter WARNING It is recommended that you do not expose your scooter to any type of moisture at any time rain snow mist or wash Such exposure can damage your scooter Never operate your scooter if it has been exposed to moisture until it has dried thoroughly FREEWHEEL MODE Your scooter is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that when pulled up allows the scooter to be pushed For more information about how to place your scooter into and out of freewheel mode see IV Your Rally WARNING Do not use your scooter in freewheel mode without an attendant present Personal injury may result WARNING Do not attempt to personally place your scooter in freewheel mode while seated on it Personal injury may result Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary WARNING Do not place your scooter in freewheel mode while on an incline The scooter could roll uncontrollably on its own causing personal injury Rally 11 II SAFETY STAIRS AND ESCALATORS Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators Alw
38. ter See figure 12 Use the attached ring to pull and remove the ball detent pin from the lower seat post Raise or lower the upper seat post to the desired seat height While holding the upper seat post at that height match up the holes in the upper seat post with the holes in the lower seat post Fully insert the ball detent pin Replace the seat NOTE The supplied nut bolt and washers can be used as an alternate to the ball detent pin for seat height adjustment and stability TILLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER SLIDE LEVER OUTTO REPOSITION RELEASE 7 BUTTONS FIGURE 10A ADJUSTING THE TILLER ANGLE LOCATING HOLES UPPER SEAT POST 74 BALL DETENT PIN LOWER SEAT POST w FIGURE 11 SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 28 Rally VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS FRONT TO BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT E You can reposition the scooter s seat forward or 7 4 4 PLATFORM rearward to one of three settings to adjust the distance between seat and tiller See figure 12 SEATLOCK LEVER Removethe seat from your scooter 2 Remove the four bolts that fasten the seat to eee the seat platform See figure 12 BOLTS 3 Align the seat platform with the desired set ofholes on the seat 4 Install the four bolts securely FIGURE 12 FRONT TO BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT ARMRESTS The armrest width of your scooter can be adjusted inward or outward See figure 13 1 Loosen the adjustment knobs
39. the prescribing healthcare professional and or the authorised 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 Your scooter has been designed and engineered to provide maximum mobility and utility A wide range of accessories 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 Unauthorised modifications may result in personal injury and or damage to your scooter REMOVABLE PARTS 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 6 Rally II SAFETY
40. ur scooter The rear shroud is held in place with a reusable fastener Unplug both battery harness connectors See figure 15 Remove the battery straps and lift both batteries from the battery wells Unplug the large white 9 pin front to rear connector that connects the front control console assembly harness to the electronic controller assembly harness See figure 15 N KY A CAUTION Failing to unplug both battery harness connectors and the front to rear connector prior to further disassembly could result in permanent damage to your scooter FRONT TO REAR LOCKING LEVER BATTERY HARNESS CONNECTORS FRONT TO REAR CONNECTOR e Ji s ES LOCKING PIN FIGURE 15 BATTERY HARNESS CONNECTORS FIGURE 16 FRONT TO REAR LOCKING LEVER FRONT TO REAR CONNECTOR Separating The Front And Rear Sections 1 Lower the scooter s tiller to the centre of the floorboard by turning the tiller adjustment lever anticlockwise until it is loose Press the tiller release buttons and lower the tiller to the centre of the floorboard Tighten the tiller adjustment lever 2 Pull up on the front to rear locking lever releases the locking pin with one hand and push on the seat pedestal to pivot the scooter s rear section rearward with your other hand far enough so the rear section s upper pegs come free of the front section s upper slots See figures 16 and 17 3 With one hand on the seat pedestal and one hand on
41. vercharge your 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 scooter daily charge its batteries as soon as you finish using it for the day Your scooter will be ready each morning to give you a full day of service We recommend that you charge your scooter s batteries for 8 to 14 hours after daily use Ifyou use your scooter once a week or less charge its batteries at least once a week for 12 to 14 hours at a time Keep your scooter s batteries fully charged Avoid deeply discharging your scooter s batteries How can I ensure maximum battery life Fully charged deep cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your scooter s batteries fully charged whenever possible Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable performance and limited service life Rally 23 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING 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 dist
42. vered SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service can be performed by an authorised Pride provider Please contact your authorised Pride provider who can advise you on the current cost affecting this service visit 34 Rally
43. w Rally Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Rally 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 Rally related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Rally 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 Rally that you are unable to resolve 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 Rally 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 owner s manual We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Rally and about the service you receive from your authorised Pride provider Please noti

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