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1. 2 attached ring to pull and remove the ball detent pin ADJUSTMENT HOLES from the lower seat post See figure 14 3 Raise or lower the seat pedestal to the desired seat height pn DETENT PIN 4 Hold the seat pedestal at that height and match up the holes in the seat pedestal and in the lower seat post 5 Fully insert the ball detent pin 6 Replace the seat LOWERSEAT POST FRONT TO BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 14 SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The Cyclone is equipped with a sliding seat that is operated FRONT TO BACK SEAT RELEASE LEVER like an automobile seat You can reposition the Cyclone s seat forward or rearward 1 Pulloutthe front to back seat release lever See figure 15 2 Move the seat forward or rearward 3 Release the front to back seat release lever SEAT ROTATION The seat lock lever locks the seat in one of four positions 1 Push down on the seat lock lever to unlock the seat See figure 15 2 Rotate the seat to the desired position 3 Release the seat lock lever to lock the seat securely in place FIGURE 15 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS Cyclone 29 Vil COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT The Cyclone s armrest width can be adjusted inward or outward To adjust armrest width 1 Loosen the armrest adjustment knobs at the back of the seat frame See figure 16 2 Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width 3 Tighten the armrest adjustment knobs The armrests2. Ov Ui ee Bring your Cyclone to a complete stop Make certain that the key is turned counterclockwise to the off position Pull up on the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your Cyclone Make certain that the seat 1s locked securely in position Carefully and safely get out ofthe seat and stand to the side of your Cyclone You may leave the seat facing to the side to facilitate boarding your Cyclone the next time you plan to operate it 28 Cyclone VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT WARNING Remove the key from the key switch before adjusting the tiller Never attempt to adjust the tiller while the Scooter is in motion Your Cyclone is equipped with an ergonomically enhanced pivoting tiller that keeps the console controls at your fingertips regardless of the tiller angle 1 Pullup on the tiller adjustment lever See figure 13 2 Move the tiller to a comfortable position 3 Release the tiller adjustment lever The tiller willremainin the position you selected TILLER NOTE In order to lower the tiller to the Scooter deck you eal must first remove the seat rear shroud and both batteries See VIII Disassembly and Assembly SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 13 TILLER ADJUSTMENT The seat can be repositioned to one of five different heights 1 Remove the seat from your Cyclone See VIII Disassem bly and Assembly SEATPEDESTAL
3. 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 Cyclone 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 Cyclone 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 Cyclone 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 Cyclone s controls and have prop erly broken in your Sport Scooter s batteries Fully recharge the batteries They should be at over 90 of their peak performance level Operate your Cyclone 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 Dra ea How can I ensure maximu
4. Check the fuses See XI Care and Maintenance for fuse replacement What if the motor runs but my Cyclone does not move Your Cyclone was probably left in manual freewheel mode When the manual freewheel lever is pulled up the brakes are disengaged and all power to the transaxle is cut Turn the Sport Scooter key to the off position Push the manual freewheel lever down Turn the Sport Scooter key to the position to restore normal operation 36 Cyclone BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING What if the main circuit breaker trips repeatedly See IV Description M Charge the Cyclone s batteries more frequently See V Batteries and Charging M Ifthe problem persists have both of your Cyclone s batteries load tested by your authorised Pride provider You may perform the load test yourself instead Battery load testers are available at most automotive parts stores M Follow the directions supplied with the load tester M See V Batteries and Charging or III Specifications for information about your Cyclone s battery type What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press my Cyclone s throttle control lever See IV Description M Fully charge your Cyclone s batteries See V Batteries and Charging M Have your authorised Pride provider load test each battery See the previous troubleshooting question regarding load testing the batteries
5. 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 Cyclone 13 11 SAFETY REACHING AND BENDING Avoid reaching or bending while driving your Scooter When reaching bending or leaning while seated on your Scooter it is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the Scooter from tipping Pride recommends 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 center 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
6. an area where you have sufficient clearance to move the parts around You need about one or two meters in all directions You may need assistance to lift some of the Sport Scooter components See III Specifications for individual component weights Before beginning disassembly place the manual freewheel lever in the drive down position Also coil the charger power lead and store it in the rear charger power lead storage compartment See figure 8 WARNING If you believe that lifting any component of the Cyclone is beyond your physical capa bility have someone with ample strength lift it for you See Ill Specifications for Scooter compo nent weights 1 Pullup onthe seat rotation lever to unlock the seat Rotate the seat one eighth 1 8 ofa turn and lift the seat up and offthe Cyclone See figure 18 2 Gently lift the rear shroud off ofthe Cyclone See figure 19 3 Disconnect the battery tie down straps if so equipped 4 Unplug both black and white 2 pin battery harnesses See figure 20 5 Unplug the front to rear harness that connects the control console assembly to the electronics module See figure 21 6 Liftboth batteries from the Cyclone See figure 22 disassembly could result in damage to the Cyclone CAUTION Failure to unplug both battery harnesses and the front to rear harness prior to 7 Pushthelocking cam levers forward and remove the ball detent pins See figures 23 and 24 8 Gently sl
7. are getting low Charge batteries as soon as possible 2 beeps every 5 seconds Batteries are too low to operate the Cyclone or the charger is operating Charge batteries or unplug the charger power lead from the electrical outlet 3 beeps every 5 seconds Controller is hot the Sport Scooter seems to be losing power Shut down your Cyclone for a minimum of several minutes to allow the controller to cool 4 beeps every 5 seconds Wigwag fault your throttle control levers are not responding Call your authorized Pride provider for assistance 6 beeps every 5 seconds The manual freewheel lever is in the Turn the Cyclone key to the off position freewheel up position then push the freewheel lever to the drive down position restart your Cyclone What if all the systems on my Cyclone seem to be dead Make certain that the key is in the on position Check that the batteries are fully charged See V Batteries and Charging Push in the main circuit breaker s reset button See IV Description Make certain that both battery harnesses are firmly connected to the electronics module and to the battery terminals See VIII Disassembly and Assembly Make sure that the front to rear harness is firmly connected to the electronics module See VIII Disassembly and Assembly M Besure the auto shutoff feature hasn t been activated See V Batteries and Charging M
8. available pressure gauge Minimum air pressure for Scooter drive tyres is 30 35 psi Inflating your tyres from an un regulated air source could overinflate them resulting in a burst tyre and or personal injury Cyclone 11 11 SAFETY STAIRS AND ESCALATORS Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators Always 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 M Determine ifthe door opens toward or away from you M 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 backwards to pull the door open ELEVATORS Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that when pushed reopens the elevator door s B Ifyou are 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 Scooter and the door will reopen M 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 transpor tation Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions specifications and safety information set forth by the manufacturer ofthe lift
9. can also be lifted upward to aid in mount ing and dismounting your Cyclone ARMREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Refer to figure 16 when adjusting the armrest height HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TUBE SETSCREW ACORN NUT ARMREST UPRIGHT ARMRESTADJUSTMENT KNOB n FIGURE 16 ARMREST HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT You will need the following tools to adjust the height of the armrests e 5 32 in hex key 1 8 in hex key 7 16 in wrench To adjust armrest height Install and tighten the acorn nut 9o d Repeat for the other armrest Loosen the setscrew on the side of the height adjustment tube with the 1 8 in hex key See figure 16 Loosen and remove the acorn nut and screw holding the height adjustment tube in place Raise or lower the height adjustment tube to the desired height Align the holes in the adjustment tube with the holes in the armrest upright Insert the screw through the holes in both the height adjustment tube and the armrest upright Tighten the setscrew on the side of the height adjustment tube 30 Cyclone VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATBACK ADJUSTMENT The seatback may be positioned at four different angles 90 100 102 and 105 See figure Ins UPPERHINGE To adjust the seatback angle 1 Loosen and remove the adjustment screw 400 ADJUSTMENT HOLE from the seatback hinge on both sides ofthe seat 2 Reposition the seatback to the desired angle 3 Ali
10. 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 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 Do not carry passengers on your Scooter Carrying passengers on your Scooter may result in personal injury and or property damage If you discover a problem contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your Scooter is rated for a maximum 136 kg weight limit 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 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 M Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade ofa ramp or other incline M Take wide swings with your Scooter s front wheel s around an
11. of freewheel mode and reengage the drive and brake systems Motor Transaxle Assembly not shown The brushless motor transaxle assembly is an electromechanical unit that converts the electrical energy of your Cyclone s batteries into controlled mechanical energy that drives the Cyclone s wheels Anti Tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your Cyclone Do not under any circumstances remove the anti tip wheels from your Cyclone See figure 8 Charger Power Lead Receptacle The charger power lead plugs into your Cyclone s battery charger by means of the charger power lead receptacle Fuses The fuses help protect your Cyclone s lighting control console assembly and charging systems from receiving an overload of electrical current The fuses used in the Cyclone are the same type used in modern automobiles If a fuse must be replaced see figures 9 and 10 use only the specified amp fuse For more information on replacing a fuse see XI Care and Maintenance SE z i FIGURE 9 WORKING FUSE FIGURE 10 BLOWN FUSE REPLACE WARNING Failure to use properly rated fuses may cause damage to the Cyclone s electrical system and may result in personal injury 22 Cyclone V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your Cyclone requires two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are sealed
12. removed from the system for any reason Brake engagement is far more abrupt at higher speeds It is important that you know when the brakes will engage and that you are braced for the resulting deceleration WARNING Your Scooter can decelerate very quickly Do not decelerate or turn abruptly when traveling at high speed unless absolutely necessary If it is absolutely necessary to decelerate or turn abruptly when traveling at high speed brace yourself by gripping the tiller tightly and planting your feet firmly against the floorboard Users who cannot grip the tiller tightly and or plant their feet firmly against the floorboard should avoid decelerating from or turning abruptly at high speed and therefore should avoid traveling at high speed Serious personal injury and property damage can result from falling forward as your Scooter decelerates quickly unless you brace yourself firmly OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your Scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surfaces com posed of concrete blacktop or asphalt However Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encoun ter other surface types For this reason your Scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil grass and gravel Feel free to use your Scooter safely on lawns and in park areas Reduce your Scooter s speed when driving on uneven terrain and or soft surfaces Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in
13. reset button pops out when the breaker trips When the breaker trips the entire electrical system of your Cyclone shuts down Allow a minute or two for your Cyclone s electronics to rest Push in the reset button to reset the breaker If the breaker trips frequently you may need to charge your batteries more often You may also need to have your authorised Pride provider perform a load test on your Cyclone s batteries M Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorised Pride provider for service Cyclone 21 Iv DESCRIPTION Manual Freewheel Lever Whenever you need or want to push your Cyclone for short distances you can put it in manual freewheel mode WARNING Before placing your Cyclone into or taking it out of freewheel mode make certain that the key 15 removed from the key switch Even though the motor of your Cyclone is disengaged from the drive system when your Sport Scooter is put in manual freewheel mode the motor can still run if the throttle lever is pushed Never sit on a Sport Scooter when it is in freewheel mode Never put a Sport Scooter in freewheel mode on any incline M The manual freewheel lever is located on the end of motor transaxle assembly at the right rear of the Cyclone See figure 8 Pull up on the manual freewheel lever to disable the drive system and the brake system You may now push your Cyclone B Push down on manual freewheel lever to take your Cyclone out
14. the running gear Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand Ifyou feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS KERBS ETC Proceed with extreme caution when driving 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 backwards down any step kerb or other obstacle This may cause the Scooter to tip and cause personal injury 10 Cyclone 11 SAFETY PUBLIC ROADS AND PARKING LOTS WARNING You should not operate your Scooter on public streets and roadways 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 accessories like reflectors fluorescent flags and various lighting packages are available to order from your authorised Pride provider INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS WARNING Pride recommends 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 Pride recommends that you do not expose yo
15. throttle control lever is completely released it automatically returns to the center stop position and engages your Cyclone s brakes Battery Condition LED When the key 15 turned to the on position this LED gives an approximate reading of your Cyclone s battery voltage level Green indicates the Cyclone s batteries are fully charged W Yellow indicates that the Cyclone s battery voltage level is getting low and will require a charge soon Red indicates that your Cyclone s battery voltage level is very low and the batteries should be recharged as soon as possible Running Lights Button This button controls your Cyclone s running lights M Press the button once to turn on your Cyclone s running lights M Press the button again to turn off your Cyclone s running lights Headlight Status LED The green LED will light when your Cyclone s headlight is turned on 18 Cyclone IV DESCRIPTION Headlight Button If more light is needed in addition to the running lights use the headlight NOTE In order for the headlight to work you must first have the running lights on M Press the button once to turn on the Cyclone s headlight M Press the button again to turn off the Cyclone s headlight Horn Button The key must be inserted and turned to the on position for the horn to be operational M This button activates a warning horn B Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when its use could prevent accident or
16. watt bulb Replace the light cover FUSES In the event a fuse should cease to work B Remove the fuse by pulling it up and out ofits slot Examine the fuse to be sure it is blown See figures 9 and 10 Insert a new fuse of the proper rating Turning signals and rear lights replace with a 3 amp fuse Each light bulb has its own fuse Control console assembly replace with a 3 amp fuse Charging system replace with a 5 amp fuse Cyclone 39 XII 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 warranty void on that item NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY This warranty 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 and batteries or damage to the product caused by misuse or accident for whic
17. ESSES B Regularly check all wiring connections M Regularly check all wiring insulation including the charger power lead for wear or damage M Have your authorised Pride provider repair or replace any damaged connector connection or insulation that you find before using your Cyclone again ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS M The tiller shroud front shroud and the rear shroud are made of durable ABS plastic and coated with an advanced formula urethane paint m A light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY M These items are all prelubricated sealed and require no subsequent lubrication 38 Cyclone XI CARE AND MAINTENANCE CONSOLE CHARGER AND ELECTRONICS MODULE M Keep these areas free of moisture M Ifany of these items do become exposed to moisture let them dry thoroughly before operating your Cyclone again STORAGE See V Batteries and Charging REAR LIGHTS The light bulbs for the rear running lights and turn indicators are easily replaceable NOTE Replacement light bulbs can be purchased from your authorised Pride provider A CAUTION Do not use regular automotive type 12 volt light bulbs your Cyclone is equipped with a 24 volt electrical system To replace a bulb B Remove the light cover which is held in place with three 3 Phillips head screws Gently remove the bulb by pulling it straight up See figure 8 Insert a new 24V 5
18. N The Turbo mode provides the option of increasing the Sport Scooter speed up to 12 km hr by simply pressing and holding in the Turbo button while driving a straight course on flat and smooth terrain This beneficial feature allows the user to travel greater distances in less time as compared to the conventional Sport Scooter speed mode The Turbo function will engage whenever the maximum speed LED is lit to more than 3 4 of the Sport Scooter s top speed when the throttle control lever is fully depressed When the Turbo button is released the Sport Scooter then returns to the normal maximum Sport Scooter speed mode speed of approximately 8 km hr depending upon where the maximum speed LED is set WARNING In the event the Turbo button sticks or malfunctions when you try to use it Pride recommends that you release the throttle control lever to stop your Sport Scooter Set the speed adjustment buttons to under 3 4 full speed to disable the Turbo feature then notify your authorised Pride provider immediately WARNING Your Sport Scooter s Turbo mode has been engineered to function safely while driving a straight course on flat and smooth terrain To eliminate the possibility of injury Pride recom mends that you adhere to the following rules for engaging and disengaging the Turbo mode Do not press the Turbo button while turning the Sport Scooter Do not press the Turbo button while driving on inclines or declines of any type D
19. Owner s Manual The Ultimate In Style amp Performance 21 Healey Road Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia Mobility Products Australia Ply Ltd wwwpridemobilitycom 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 set up contact your local authorized Pride provider Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings cau tions 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 exer cise good judgement and or common sense The symbols below are used throughout this owner s manual to identify warnings and cautions It is very important for you to read and understand them completely WARNING Failure to heed the warnings in this owner s manual may result in personal injury CAUTION Failure to heed the cautions in this owner s manual may result in damage to your Sc
20. RIES 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 distance or running time per battery charge How often the Turbo button is used also affects your overall battery range Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge Always fully charge your Cyclone 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 Cyclone 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 batter ies Cap removal voids the battery warranty and may cause damage to the batteries and to your Use these specifications to reorder deep cycle batteries Type Deep cycle sealed lead acid or gel cell Size U 1 32 AH only or 40 AH Voltag
21. Scooter Model Serial Number Purchase Date NOTE If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or this owner 5 manual write to us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately Cyclone 5 11 SAFETY GENERAL WARNING Do not operate your new Scooter for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner s manual Your Scooter is a state of the art life enhancement device designed to increase mobility Pride provides an exten sive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the Scooter user Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of Scooter to be used is the responsibility of the Scooter user who is capable of making such a decision and his her healthcare professional 1 e medical doctor physical therapist etc The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the Scooter to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and or the authorised Pride provider in the instruction process for the use ofthe product There are certain situations including some medical conditions where the Scooter user will need to practice operating the Scooter in the presence ofa 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 y
22. 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 man made and not designed specifically for Scooters Figures 1 and 2 illustrate your Cyclone s stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions These tests were conducted with the Cyclone s seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat base to its farthest rearward position Use this information as a guideline Your Cyclone 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 68kg 90kg 113kg 136kg 14 1 12 3 10 5 8 7 FIGURE 1 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE FOR THE 3 WHEEL CYCLONE 68 kg 90kg 113kg 136kg 15 8 14 1 12 3 10 5 FIGURE 2 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE FOR THE 4 WHEEL CYCLONE T WARNING Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than shown in figures 1 and 2 may put your Scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip resulting in personal injury 8 Cyclone 11 SAFETY When you approach an incline it is best to lean forward See figures 3 and 4 This shifts the center of gravity of you and your Cyclone toward the front of the Scooter for improved stability WARNING Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications pr
23. and maintenance free They are recharged by an onboard 3 amp charging system M Charge your Cyclone s batteries prior to using it for the first time E Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your Sport Scooter running smoothly READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGE The battery condition LED on the control console assembly indicates the approximate strength of your batteries using acolor coded LED See figure 11 Green indicates fully charged batteries yellow a draining charge and red indicates that an immediate recharge is necessary To check the charge you must first unplug the charger power lead and power up your Sport Scooter You can also check the charge by the ammeter located on the electronics module The charger power lead must be plugged into a standard wall outlet in order to obtain a reading When the amperage reading is at or near zero 0 amps charging is complete See figure 12 FIGURE 11 BATTERY CONDITION LED FIGURE 12 AMMETER INDICATES BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES Follow these easy steps to charge your batteries safely Position your Sport Scooter close to a standard wall outlet Remove the key from the key switch Make certain that the freewheel lever is in the drive down position Plug the charger power lead into the charger power lead receptacle on your Sport Scooter Extend the charger power lead and plug it into the wall outlet It is recommended that you charge your batteries for 8 to 14 hour
24. attery harnesses into the electronics module Reconnect the battery tie down straps if so equipped Gently place the rear shroud over the seat post 11 12 13 Lower the shroud into place Carefully lift the seat and slide the seat platform on the seat bottom onto the seat post Rotate the seat until it locks into place 34 Cyclone IX OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concerning these optional accessories see your authorised Pride provider REAR BASKET CUP HOLDER SAFETY FLAG DUST COVER WEATHER BREAKER CANOPY not shown but also available Cyclone 35 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Any electromechanical device requires occasional troubleshooting However most problems that arise can 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 Diagnostic beep codes help you to perform basic troubleshooting quickly and easily A diagnostic beep code will sound in the event one of the conditions listed below develops After you perform the solution associated with the diagnostic beep code your Cyclone should resume normal operation NOTE Your Sport Scooter will not run unless the beep code condition is resolved and the Sport Scooter has been turned off and then turned back on 1 beep every 5 seconds Batteries
25. bly infinitely adjustable tiller with auto leveling console and shock dampening action standard front amp rear integrated bumpers easily accessible charger port receptacle circuit breaker and freewheel lever standard non marring high density polyurethane bumper s battery well accepts 32AH or 40AH batteries standard battery fixation straps diagnostic beep codes Turbo function speed control technology SCT brushless motor controller Brakes Electronic disc manual freewheel Rear Wheel Drive Sealed Transaxle 24V Wheels Pride Micro Mag aluminum alloy wheels in red black or gold Tiller Type Infinitely adjustable with auto leveling console Freewheel Mechanism Availability Lever at lower right portion of rear shroud Weight of Scooter TOTAL Weight of Cyclone with two 12V 40AH batteries 96 kg 3 wheel 103 kg 4 wheel TOTAL Weight of Cyclone with two 12V 32AH batteries 90 kg 3 wheel 97 kg 4 wheel Component breakdown Front section 20 5 kg 3 wheel 28 kg 4 wheel Rear section without batteries or rear shroud 29 kg Rear plastic shroud 1 8kg Seat 18 5 kg Batteries note two batteries are required per Scooter 12V 40 AH 14 kg each 12V 32 AH 11 kg each Basket 0 6 kg Front to Rear Lockup Dual lock pins amp camlock levers Ground Clearance 9cm Accessories Rear basket cup holder portable canopy safety flag lap belt 16 Cyclone IV DESCRIPTION Your Cyclone is a mot
26. can keep you apprised of important information about safety new products and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Pride Scooter Please feel free to write us at the address below Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd 21 Healey Road Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia 4 Cyclone l INTRODUCTION Pride Owners Club As a Pride product owner you are invited to register your product s warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by visiting Pride s web site at www pridemobility com As a registered member each time you visit our site you will have access to the most interactive and honest educational venue available today for people with mobility needs their families and friends From our home page click on the button that reads Owners Club to enter a page dedicated to current and potential Pride product owners You will gain access to interviews stories recreation ideas daily living tips product and funding information and interactive message boards These message boards invite you to speak with other Pride customers as well as Pride representatives who are available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have You will receive a free gift simply for registering with the Pride Owners Club My Authorised Pride Provider Is Name Address Phone Number Quick Reference Information
27. e 12 volts each Amperage 32 AH or 40 AH amp hours To change a battery in your Cyclone WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Remove the seat and the rear shroud See VIII Disassembly and Assembly Disconnect the battery tie down straps if so equipped Disconnect the battery cables from the electronics module Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals Remove the old battery Place anew 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 9 Reconnect the battery cables to the electronics module 10 Reconnect the battery tie down straps if so equipped 11 Reinstall the rear shroud and the seat 2 n d xr 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 Cyclone 25 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Pride works closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Cyclone s specific electrical demands Fresh batteries arrive daily at Pride and are shipped fully charged to our customers During shipping
28. ealed lead acid or two 12 volt 40 AH SLA Horsepower 2 hp peak Charger Onboard 3 amp charger Speed max Variable up to 8 4 km hr 12 km hr with Turbo mode Maximum Grade Variable refer to figures 1 and 2 Range Maximum 12V 40 AH batteries Up to 32 49 km 12V 32 AH batteries Up to 32 40 km Turning Radius 3 wheel 122 cm 4 wheel 162 5 cm Body Colors Painted Candy Apple Red Viper Blue Forest Green and Onyx Black Seating Standard Option Seating Style Sport Scooter high back with headrest and sliders mounted on a standard seat post Standard Seating Features e Adjustable armrest height width and angle e Four adjustable seatback angles Five position seat height adjustment Dimensions 48 cm width x 44 cm depth usable x 67 cm 73 cm height usable Material Vinyl Grey Beige Black Fabric Grey Gold Armrests Upholstered matching vinyl or fabric with cosmetic edge guards Adjustable seat height from scooter deck variable between 42 cm to 52 cm Included Features Full directional lighting package with front running lights deluxe motorcycle style rearview mirror can be installed on left or right side of tiller lighted touch pad control console front basket user adjustable sliding Seat full soft ride shock absorber equipped suspension four position adjustable seat back angle adjustable armrest width height amp angle dual microprocessor based motor controller system modular controller charger assem
29. 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 Scooter batteries weigh 11 kg 32 AH or 14 kg 40 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 Cyclone 11 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
30. erty or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Pride Scooter Pride is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person and or user to following the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommenda tions contained in other Scooter related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Pride Scooter itself This owner s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary Any changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product you have purchased If you experience any problems with your Scooter that you are unable to solve or if you do not feel capable of safely following any of the instructions and or recommendations as contained in this manual please contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance Once you understand how to operate and take care of your Scooter we are certain that it will give you years of trouble free service and enjoyment Information Exchange We want to hear your questions comments and suggestions about this manual We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Pride Scooter and the service you received from your authorised Pride provider Please notify us of any change of address so we
31. esented in this manual FIGURE 3 NORMAL DRIVING POSITION FIGURE 4 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 in a corner reduce your speed and steering angle i e lessen the sharpness ofthe turn to prevent your Scooter from tipping WARNING Do not attempt to corner sharply at high speeds When cornering sharply reduce your speed When using your Scooter at higher speeds do not corner sharply This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall To avoid personal injury or property damage always exercise com mon sense when cornering Cyclone 9 11 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 center stop position and 2 Disc Park Brake Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop or when power is
32. ferent charger For the safest most efficient and balanced charging of your Cyclone 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 Cyclone s batteries All day Sport Scooter use on a daily basis M Infrequent or sporadic Sport Scooter use With these considerations in mind you can determine how often and for how long you should charge your Cyclone s batteries We designed the onboard charger so that it will not overcharge your Sport Scooter s batteries How ever you may encounter some problems if you do not charge your batteries often enough and if you not charge them on a regular basis Following the five guidelines below will provide safe and reliable battery operation and charging Ifyouuse your Cyclone daily charge its batteries as soon as you finish using it for the day Your Cyclone will be ready each morning to give you a full day of service We recommend that you charge your Cyclone s batteries for 8 to 14 hours after daily use Ifyou use your Cyclone once a week or less charge its batteries at least once a week for 12 to 14 hours at a time Keep your Cyclone s batteries fully charged Avoid deeply discharging your Cyclone s batteries Do not charge your Cyclone s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours 24 Cyclone V BATTE
33. fully charged the batteries See V Batteries and Charging Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive down position Never leave the manual freewheel lever pulled up unless you are manually pushing your Cyclone GETTING ON YOUR CYCLONE tA Row rr Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch Stand at the side of your Cyclone Push down on the seat rotation 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 Push down on the seat rotation 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 are safely on the floorboard PRE RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS Are you positioned comfortably in the seat See Getting On Your Cyclone above Is the seat at the proper height See VII Comfort Adjustments Is the seat locked securely in place See VII Comfort Adjustments Is the tiller handle 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 Description Is the maximum speed LED set to a slow setting See IV Description Are you grasping handgrips with a thumb resting on each side of the throttle control lever See IV Description Is the Turbo ready indicator LED w
34. gnthe adjustment holes in the upper and lower hinge so the adjustment screw can eas 102 ADJUSTMENT HOLE ily pass through 105 ADJUSTMENT HOLE 4 Reinsert both adjustment screws and tighten 90 ADJUSTMENT HOLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW LOWER HINGE FIGURE 16A SEATBACK HINGE POWERSEATACTUATOR POWER SEAT ACTUATOR OPTIONAL Your Cyclone may be equipped with a power seat actuator which raises and lowers the seat auto matically See figure 17 WARNING The power seat mechanism is intended for operation only while the vehicle is stationary and on a level surface Its purpose is to aid you in reaching objects Strict adherence to the following safety rules is vital to your safety Do not attempt to raise or lower the seat while in motion Do not operate your Sport Scooter with the power seat elevated It is recommended that the vehicle be driven only with the seat in the lowest position Cyclone 31 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Cyclone Always disassemble or assemble your Cyclone on a level dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around your Sport Scooter Keep in mind that the disassembled sections of the Cyclone take up more floor space than the assembled Cyclone DISASSEMBLY You can disassemble the Cyclone into seven pieces the seat the front section the rear section the rear shroud the basket and the batteries Place the Sport Scooter in
35. h 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 left in cold conditions for long periods of time or worn out through heavy use is not covered SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service can be performed by an authorised Pride provider Please contact your authorised Pride pro vider for advice on the current cost affecting a service visit 40 Cyclone NOTES NOTES
36. ide the two sections ofthe Sport Scooter apart See figure 25 9 Grab the handle grip on the tiller pull upward on the tiller adjustment lever and gently lower the tiller down to the Cyclone chassis NOTE There is no need to disconnect the motor harness when disassembling the Cyclone See figure 26 FIGURE 18 SEAT REMOVAL FIGURE 19 REAR SHROUD REMOVAL 32 Cyclone VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY FIGURE 20 DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY HARNESSES FIGURE 23 LOCKING CAM LEVERS A s FIGURE 25 SEPARATING THE FRAME SECTIONS FIGURE 26 MOTOR HARNESS Cyclone 33 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY NOTE Raise the tiller before starting to assemble the Cyclone 1 w JON R Place the manual freewheel lever in the drive down position Position the front and rear sections next to each other Tilt the rear section to a horizontal position and insert the longer tube of the front section into the rear section first make sure that the locking cam levers are in the unlocked vertical position and the ball detent pins are removed Slide the two sections of the unit together until the front half reaches its insertion limit Secure the front and rear sections with the ball detent pins Push the frame lock levers back to their locked downward position Plug the front to rear harness into the mating plug found on the electronics module Put the batteries in place and plug the black and white 2 pin b
37. injury Hazard Light Button This button activates the 4 way yellow flashers on your Sport Scooter M Press the button once to turn on the flashers M Press the button again to turn off flashers Turn Indicator Buttons M Press the appropriate turn indicator button once to activate it E Your Cyclone s turn indicators are timed to shut off automatically On Off Indicator LED When the key of the Cyclone is turned to the position the green on off indicator LED will light to indicate that your Cyclone is powered up on Clock NOTE For safe shipping the clock is packed separately Remove the clock from its packing set the time see below then insert it into its place in the control console assembly See figure 7 Setting the Time The time is set in the same manner as a wristwatch B Pull the crown out B Rotate the crown to set the time then push the crown back in Battery Removal and Replacement NOTE If you don t feel confident in replacing the clock battery please take the clock to any watch retailer to perform this service Remove the clock from the control console assembly Remove the rear cover of clock Remove the battery from the clock Replace the clock battery with type SR626SW Batteries can be purchased at a retail outlet Place a new battery sign up in the battery compartment Replace the battery compartment lid ON Ui cR Cyclone 19 IV DESCRIPTION TURBO FUNCTIO
38. m battery life Fully charged deep cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your Cyclone 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 How should I store my Cyclone and its batteries Ifyou plan on not using your Cyclone for an extended period of time it is best to M Fully charge its batteries prior to storage Disconnect the battery harnesses from the electronics module Store your Cyclone in a warm dry environment Avoid storing your Cyclone where it will be exposed to temperature extremes WARNING If your Cyclone 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 Cyclone to raise the Sport Scooter 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 What about public transportation If you intend to use public transportation with your Sport Scooter you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements 26 Cyclone Vi OPERATION BEFORE GETTING ON YOUR CYCLONE Have you
39. o not press the Turbo button while driving on uneven bumpy terrain Release the Turbo button before entering a turn an incline decline or uneven terrain of any type Turbo Ready Indicator LED The yellow Turbo ready indicator LED illuminates when the Sport Scooter is in Turbo Ready mode The Turbo function will become inactive yellow indicator will turn off and the vehicle speed will decrease to the speed preset with the speed adjustment buttons whenever M the Sport Scooter is descending an incline exceeding approximately 14 1 the Sport Scooter is driven ona lateral bank leftward or rightward incline exceeding approximately 14 1 the Sport Scooter is steered more than one eighth 1 8 ofa turn to the left or the right 1 e approximately over the 11 o clock or 1 o clock positions when seated on the Sport Scooter SPEED CONTROL TECHNOLOGY SCT The Cyclone Sport Scooter features our exclusive patent pending Speed Control Technology SCT as an added safeguard SCT senses incline conditions and vehicle direction through its four sensors to automatically disable the Turbo mode during cornering steep descents or extreme lateral banking This provides the user the added confi dence of knowing that his her driving skills are supplemented by a state of the art system that reduces speed in situations that require greater caution NOTE The additional margin of safety provided by SCT should only be considered a supplement t
40. o safe driving habits and thorough practice in operating the Sport Scooter in strict compliance with all conditions outlined in this owner 5 manual 20 Cyclone IV DESCRIPTION REAR SECTION The onboard battery charger not shown the charger power lead receptacle the batteries not shown the electronics module the main circuit breaker reset button the ammeter the manual freewheel lever the anti tip wheels and the motor transaxle assembly not shown are located on the rear section ofyour Cyclone See figure 8 Refer to VIII Disassembly and Assembly for instructions on removing the rear shroud RUNNING LIGHT LIGHT BULB CHARGER POWER LEAD STORAGE COMPARTMENT MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER RESET BUTTON RUNNING LIGHT FUSE TURN INDICATOR FUSE AMMETER ELECTRONICS 2 MODULE TURN INDICATOR LIGHT BULB LIGHT COVER MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER FUSES ANTI TIP WHEEL CHARGER POWERLEAD RECEPTACLE FIGURE 8 REAR SECTION LEFT LIGHT COVER REMOVED FOR CLARITY Batteries not shown The batteries store the electrical energy that powers your Cyclone See V Batteries and Charging Main Circuit Breaker reset button When the voltage in your Cyclone s batteries becomes low or your Cyclone is heavily strained because of exces sive loads or steep inclines the main circuit breaker may trip to protect your Cyclone s motor and electronics from damage See figure 8 M The main circuit breaker
41. ooter INFMANU1546 REV C JULY 2002 Copyright 2001 Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd 2 1 CONTENTS ic INTRODUCTION iuo 4 Ik er 6 ll SPECIFICATIONS nad cai mat NU LU LAUS 15 IV DESGRIPFION sce anata Ote fte eget a teo pee ZA 17 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING o ooo sese eme 23 VI OPERATION Pe 27 VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS sess 29 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 1 1 1 11 1 sse 32 IX OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 1 1 1 1 eene 35 X BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 36 CARE AND MAINTENANCE osos sse emere 38 Xil WARRANTY utes edt e p etta abt ME 40 Cyclone 3 l INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Pty Ltd Pride Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pride Scooter Your Scooter design combines the most advanced state of the art components with modern attractive styling We are certain that the design features and trouble free operation will add convenience to your daily living and ensure complete satisfaction At Pride your safety is important to us Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before you attempt to operate your Scooter for the first time These instructions were produced for your benefit Your understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new Pride Scooter Pride is not liable for damage to prop
42. orized electric Sport Scooter meant for indoor outdoor use The Scooter is 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 Cyclone into seven components See figure 6 FRONT SECTION ue SEAT Tum amp 4 BATTERIES BASKET FIGURE 6 CYCLONE COMPONENTS CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY The control console assembly houses all of the controls you need to drive your Cyclone including the speed adjustment buttons throttle control levers battery condition LED maximum speed LED on off indicator LED clock running lights button headlight button headlight status LED horn buttons turn indicator buttons hazard light button Turbo button and the Turbo ready indicator LED See figure 7 MAXIMUM SPEED LED BATTERY CONDITION LED CLOCK SPEED ADJUSTMENT BUTTON HAZARD LIGHT BUTTON v GA TURBO READY md MU RUNNING LIGHTS BUTTON HEADLIGHT BUTTON LEFT TURN INDICATOR BUTTON TURBO BUTTON NS M Do esol ag E ss BUTTON 1 j E THROTTLE CONTROLLEVER FORWARD THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER REVERSE SS FIGURE 7 CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ERN ARED Cyclone 17 IV DESCRIPTION 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 Cyclone
43. orking M While the Scooter is stationary turn the tiller to more than one eighth 1 8 ofa turn to the left and right the Turbo ready indicator LED should not be lit when in these positions B Return the tiller to the center straight ahead position the Turbo ready indicator LED should illuminate Does your Cyclone 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 CYCLONE After planning your route Adjust the maximum speed LED 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 Cyclone accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment buttons which is displayed on the maximum speed LED Cyclone 27 Vi OPERATION WHETHER YOU ARE DRIVING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Cyclone to the left Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Cyclone to the right Move the tiller to the center 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 Cyclone comes to a stop NOTE The rear wheel drive transaxle gives your Cyclone maximum traction with minimal steering effort on your part GETTING OFF OF YOUR CYCLONE 1
44. our Scooter during daily activities you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways on and off elevators up and down ramps and over moderate terrain Below are some precautions tips and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to operating the Scooter safely MODIFICATIONS Pride has designed and engineered your Scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility A wide range of acces sories is available from your Pride provider to further customize your Scooter to better suit your needs and or preferences However under no circumstances should you modify add remove or disable any feature part or function of your Scooter WARNING Do not modify your Scooter in any way not authorised by Pride Unauthorised modifica tions may result in personal injury and or damage to your Scooter 6 Cyclone 11 SAFETY PRE RIDE SAFETY CHECK Get to know the feel of your Scooter and its capabilities Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your Scooter operates smoothly and safely For details on how to perform these necessary inspections see XI Care and Maintenance Perform the following inspections prior to using your Scooter M Check for proper tyre inflation Maintain 30 35 psi in each tyre if equipped with pneumatic tyres Check all
45. s WARNING Never use extension lead to plug in your battery charger Plug charger directly into a properly wired standard wall outlet 6 When the 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 Sport Scooter The Sport Scooter will not run and the battery condition LED meter will not operate while the batteries are charging Cyclone 23 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQS How does the charger work When your Cyclone 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 There fore when the charger is plugged in it maintains the charge on your Cyclone s batteries but does not overcharge them We do not recommend that you charge your Cyclone s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours What if my Cyclone s batteries won t charge M Ensure that the battery cables are connected properly WI Ensure that both ends of the charger power lead are inserted fully M Examine 5 amp charger fuse Ifthe fuse is blown the batteries will not charge See figures 9 and 10 Can I use a dif
46. until the console has thoroughly dried Key Switch not shown E Fullyinsert the key into the key switch and turn it clockwise to power up turn on your Cyclone WARNING If the key is moved to the off position while your Cyclone is in motion the electronic brakes engage and your Cyclone comes to an abrupt stop B Turm the key counterclockwise to power down turn off your Cyclone Speed Adjustment Buttons These adjustment buttons enable you to pre select and limit your Cyclone s top speed M Press the image of the tortoise to decrease the Cyclone s pre selected maximum speed M Press the image of the hare to increase the Cyclone s pre selected maximum speed Maximum Speed LED The LED lights up to display the maximum speed you have pre selected with the speed adjustment buttons NOTE The more green bars that are lit on the maximum speed LED the faster your pre selected maxi mum speed will be Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your Cyclone up to the maximum speed you pre select with the speed adjustment buttons m Place your right hand on right handgrip and your left hand on the left handgrip M Use your right thumb to push the right side of the lever to disengage your Cyclone s brakes and move forward M Release the lever and allow your Cyclone to come to a complete stop before pushing the other side of the lever to move in reverse B When the
47. ur 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 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 Description 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 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 pneumatic tyres be inflated to 30 35 psi Do not underinflate or overinflate your tyres Improper tyre pressure may result in catastrophic tyre and or wheel failure Serious personal injury and or property damage may result WARNING Inflate your Scooter drive tyres from a regulated air source with an
48. 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 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 14 Cyclone 111 SPECIFICATIONS N N e 3 20 30 gt Y N Adjustable 3 907 100 42 52 cm A wa 102 105 FIGURE 5 CYCLONE DIMENSIONS ji T m N DN WWW DUM lt 25 SSeS AW SN 22 L Aa RZ J99UM b 1394M 131 cm 127 cm 122 cm Ke 162 5 cm 3 Wheel Turning Radius a A 4 Wheel Turning Radius Cyclone 15 SPECIFICATIONS Model Numbers Three wheel SPSC4000AUSCRED Candy Apple Red SPSC4000AUSVBLU Viper Blue SPSC4000AUSFGRE Forest Green SPSC4000AUSOBLK Onyx Black Four wheel SPSC4400AUSCRED SPSC4400AUSVBLU SPSC4400AUSFGRE SPSC4400AUSOBLK Length 127 cm 3 wheel 131 cm 4 wheel Width 61cm Tires Type Pneumatic Front 8 cm x 25 5 Rear 10 cm x 25 5 cm Weight Capacity 136 kg Maximum Battery Type Two 12 volt 32 AH U 1 type SLA s
49. with safety belts securely fastened 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 personal 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 Power down your Scooter See VI Operation Ensure that your Scooter is not in freewheel mode See IV Description 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 the 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 your 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 Pride 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
50. y 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 M 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 Description M Avoid sudden stops and starts Cyclone 4 11 SAFETY When climbing an incline try to keep your Scooter moving If you must stop start up again slowly and then accelerate cautiously When driving down an incline do so by setting the throttle control on 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
51. yourself If you experience any problems with your Cyclone that you are not able to solve contact your authorised Pride provider for information maintenance and service Cyclone 37 XI CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Cyclone requires minimal care and maintenance Ifyou do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance procedures listed below you may schedule inspection and maintenance with your authorised Pride provider The following areas require periodic inspection and or care and maintenance TYRE PRESSURE E For optimum Sport Scooter performance we recommend that the tyre pressure be maintained at 30 35 psi A WARNING Do not exceed 35 psi overinflated tyres can explode TYRE CONDITION AND TREAD WEAR M Regularly inspect your Cyclone s tyres for signs of wear M Use arubber conditioner on your Cyclone s tyres to help to preserve them WARNING Do not put rubber conditioner on tyre tread this may cause the tyres to become danger ously 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 a Sport Scooter s vinyl seat it will become dangerously slippery BATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS M Make certain that the terminal connections remain tight and uncorroded M The batteries must sit flat in the battery wells M The battery terminals should face the rear ofthe Cyclone WIRING HARN
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