Sundancer - Pride Mobility Products
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1. OPERATION Familiarize yourself with the following checklist before you get on your Sundancer Some of the checks must be performed prior to getting on your Scooter PRE RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS G a a a Have you fully charged the batteries See Batteries and Charging Is the manual freewheel lever in the run position See IV Description Never leave the manual freewheel lever pulled up unless you are manually pushing your Sundancer 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 Are you positioned comfortably in the seat See Getting On Your Scooter below 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 Comfort Adjustments Is the key fully inserted into the key switch See IV Description Is the speed adjustment dial set to a slow setting See IV Description Are you grasping the handgrips with a thumb resting on each side of the throttle lever See IV Description Does your Sundancer s horn work properly ETTING ON YOUR SCOOTER Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch Stand at the side of your Scooter Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the se2. Comfort Adjustments WARNING Strict adherence to the following safety rules is vital Do not attempt to raise or lower the seat while your Sundancer is in motion Adjust the power seat only when your Sundancer is level and stationary Drive your Scooter only with the seat in the lowest position Do not operate your Scooter with the power seat elevated 12 Sundancer IV DESCRIPTION REAR SECTION The onboard battery charger batteries electronic controller module main circuit breaker reset button manual freewheel lever and the motor transaxle assembly are located on the rear section of your Sundancer The anti tip wheels are at the rearmost part of your Sundancer See figure 7 Refer to Disassembly and Assembly for instructions on removing the rear shroud MOTORITRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY BATTERIES MAIN CIRCUIT ONBOARD BREAKER RESET BATTERY BUTTON CHARGER ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER MODULE MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER ANTI TIP WHEELS Figure 7 Rear Section Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembly 1s the electromechanical unit that converts the electrical energy of your Scooter s batteries into the controlled mechanical energy that drives the Sundancer s wheels Electronic Controller Module This module is located behind the batteries and at the forward right corner of your Sundancer s rear section The controller module receives electrical signals from the console control
3. 7 Ifyou plan to remove the utility tray disconnect the 6 pin motor harness plug See figure 17 Ifyou do not plan to remove the utility tray go to step 10 NOTE You can decrease the weight of the rear component by removing the utility tray 8 Lift up and remove the utility tray optional if you want to decrease the weight of the rear component 9 Pullup on and remove the front basket Figure 13 Unplug the Rear Light Harness Figure 14 Unplug the Front to Rear Connector 24 Sundancer VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 10 Grab the handle grip on the tiller push down on the release lever and gently lower the tiller down to the center of the Sundancer chassis until it is fully lowered 11 Push the cam locks forward and remove the ball detent pins See figures 18 and 19 12 Separate the front section from the rear section See figure 20 4 Figure 17 Disconnect the Motor Harness Figure 19 Remove Ball Detent Pins Figure 20 Separate The Front and Rear Section Sundancer 25 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 1 2 2 10 12 14 16 17 Place the freewheel lever in the drive down position Position the front and rear sections next to each other Tilt the rear end to a horizontal position and insert the longer tube of the front end into the rear section first make sure that the locking cam levers are vertically positioned and the locking pins
4. EXTERIOR SURFACES Bumpers and trim benefit from an occasional application of rubber or vinyl conditioner E Do not use rubber or vinyl conditioner on your Sundancer s vinyl seat or floormat they may become dangerously slippery BATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Ensure the terminal connections remain tight and uncorroded Ensure the batteries sit flat in the battery wells Ensure the battery terminals face the rear of your Sundancer WIRING HARNESSES Regularly check all wiring connections Regularly check all wiring insulation including the charger power cord for wear or damage Repair or replace any damaged connector connection or insulation before you use your Sundancer ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS Apply alight coat of car wax to the shrouds to help retain their high gloss the shrouds are formed from durable ABS plastic and are coated with an advanced formula urethane paint AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY You do not need to lubricate these items as they are all prelubricated and sealed CONSOLE CHARGER AND ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER MODULE Keep these areas away from moisture Let any of these areas dry thoroughly before operating your Sundancer if they have been exposed to moisture STORAGE B Refer to How should I store my Sundancer and its batteries in Batteries and Charging 28 Sundancer WARRANTY TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame componen
5. The Ultimate In Style amp Performance 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 set up contact your authorised Pride provider Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings cautions and instructions in this owner s manual Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your own good judgement and or common sense as well as that of your provider caregiver and or healthcare 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 A WARNING Failure to heed the warnings in this owner s manual may result in personal injury A CAUTION Failure to heed the cautions in this owner s manual may result in damage to your Scooter Copyright 2002
6. Pride Mobility Products Ltd INFMANU1019 REV G OCTOBER 2002 Sundancer CONTENTS Vi Vil VIII XI INTRODUCTION a A 4 SAFETY oe e entente eenen 6 SPECIFICATIONS eenean E AER iseen 9 DESCRIPTION E E 11 BATTERIES AND CHARGING 16 OPERATION ee E E E E 20 COMFORT 5 5 22 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 24 TROUBLESHOOTING anssen 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 28 WARRANTY 2 entente 29 Sundancer 95 INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products 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 property or personal i
7. Never attempt to ride a Scooter that has been exposed to moisture until it has dried thoroughly Do not operate or store your Scooter where it may be exposed to inclement weather conditions such as rain snow mist and below freezing temperatures such as storage on an outside car van lift Attempting to operate your Scooter in such conditions can damage the electronics and potentially result in loss of control 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 or safety of your Scooter Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen battery This will damage the battery and may cause personal injury Attempting to charge a battery in freezing conditions does not prevent a battery from freezing Sundancer 11 SAFETY As you begin to use your Sundancer during your daily activities you will encounter situations that may require some practice Simply take your time as you operate your Scooter and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways on and off of elevators up and down ramps and over moderate terrain DOORS Determine ifthe door opens toward or away from you Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push bar Drive your Sundancer slowly forward to push the door open or drive your Scooter slowly bac
8. 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 ball detent pins Ensure the tiller is in an upright position Push the locking cam levers back to their locked down position Clip the front basket onto the front of the tiller Ifyou removed the utility tray from the rear component replace the tray by aligning the reusable fasteners on the utility tray with those on your Scooter s rear component gently press down on the utility tray to ensure it is secure Plug the large white front to rear connector from the front section of your Sundancer into the mating plug found on the control module cover on the utility tray at the rear of your Sundancer The two orange dots present on both plugs should be adjacent to each other and enable quick plug mating Put the batteries in place and plug the 2 pin battery harnesses into the adjoining harnesses that are also located on the control module Reconnect the battery tie down straps Ifyou removed the utility tray from the rear component connect the 6 pin motor harness plug Gently place the rear shroud over the seat pedestal Connect the rear light harness if so equipped Make sure that the rear plastic shroud does not make any contact with the rear wheels Slide the shroud down in place Carefully lift the seat and slide the small seat post on the seat bottom into the seat post tower Rotate the
9. battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Sundancer 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 may 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 Sundancer s batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or ambient temperature More importantly it takes a few charging cycles a partial drain followed by a full recharge to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep cycle battery s peak performance and long life Please follow these steps to properly break in your Sundancer s new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life 1 Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use This initial charging cycle brings the batteries up to about 88 of their peak performance level 2 Operate your new Sundancer 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 Sundancer s controls and have properly broken in the batteries 3 Fully recharge the batteries This recharge should bring the batteries up to about 90 of their peak performance level 4 Operate your Sundancer ag
10. does the LED on the charger indicate The onboard battery charger is equipped with a green Light Emitting Diode LED that indicates the charging status of your Scooter s batteries The green LED flashes when your Scooter s batteries reach full charge Can I use a different charger For the safest most efficient and balanced charging of your Sundancer s batteries you should simultaneously charge both batteries using only the manufacturer supplied onboard battery charger How often must I charge the batteries Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge your Sundancer s batteries all day Scooter use on a daily basis and infrequent Scooter use With these considerations in mind you can determine just how often and for how long you should charge your Sundancer s batteries We designed the onboard charger so that it does not overcharge 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 five guidelines below provides safe and reliable battery operation and charging 1 Ifyou use your Sundancer 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 you charge your Sundancer s batteries for 8 to 14 hours after daily use Ifyou use your Sundancer once a week or less charge its b
11. of freewheel mode 14 Sundancer IV DESCRIPTION OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concerning these optional accessories see your authorized Pride provider Cup Holder Oxygen Boitle Holder Walker Holder Rear Bumper Front Basket square Flag Forearm Crutch Holder Sundancer 15 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your Sundancer requires two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free Recharge the batteries with the convenient onboard 3 5 amp charging system Two important points to remember are Charge your Sundancer s batteries with the supplied onboard battery charger prior to using it for the first time Keep your batteries fully charged to keep your Sundancer running smoothly NOTE Use only the onboard battery charger supplied with your Sundancer READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGE The battery condition meter on the control console indicates the approximate strength of your batteries The meter reads 24 volts when your batteries are fully charged To check the charge you must first unplug the battery charger and then insert the key into the key switch You can also use the ammeter to check your batteries charge The ammeter is located on the utility tray under the rear shroud The amperage reading should be at or near zero 0 when the batteries are fully charged The battery charger must be plugged into a wall outlet to obtain an ammeter reading CHARGING
12. seat until it locks into place 26 Sundancer 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 One of the following actions may eliminate the problem Ensure the key is fully inserted in the key switch 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 module and to the battery terminals B Ensure the 9 pin connector is firmly attached All of my Scooter systems appear to be dead My Scooter s battery condition meter Ensure your Scooter was not left in freewheel mode shows full charge but my Scooter up on the freewheel lever to restore normal operation does not move when I push the NOTE When the freewheel lever is pushed down your Scooter s throttle brakes are disengaged and all power to the transaxle is cut One of the following actions may eliminate the problem Charge your Scooter s batteries more frequently My Scooter s main circuit breaker Have both of your Scooter s batteries load tested by your repeatedly trips authorized Pride provider Obtain a battery load
13. 1 32 40 km 20 25 miles per charge with 32 AH batteries 78 75 cm 31 Candy Apple Red Teal Viper Blue or Black Style Medium back Dimensions 44 5 cm 17 5 width usable x 48 cm 19 height usable x 48 cm 19 depth Seat cover material Gray vinyl or fabric Armrests Match seat cover User adjustable seat height from ground 51 5 56 6 cm 20 25 24 25 User adjustable seat height from scooter deck 38 48 cm 15 19 Body Colours Seating Adjustable seat height and positioning energy saving auto shutoff feature front basket Electronic regenerative braking and electromechanical disc brake Total weight with batteries 66 9 kg 148 Ibs Total weight without batteries 44 9 kg 98 5 Ibs Component Breakdown Front Section 13 kg 28 5 Ibs Rear Section w out shroud tray 16 6 kg 36 5 Ibs Rear Plastic Shroud 1 4 kg 3 Ibs Seat 11 6 kg 25 5 5 Batteries 11 kg 25 Ibs each 12 V 32 AH Tray 2 3 kg 5 bs Ground Clearance 8 8 cm 3 25 Cane crutch holder cup holder front bumper headlight oxygen holder power seat assembly Optional Accessories rear basket rear bumper rearview mirror safety flag taillight walker holder 10 Sundancer Speed Max Turning Radius Included Features IV DESCRIPTION Your Sundancer is a motorized electric Scooter designed to enhance your personal mobility It is an indoor outdoor Scooter that was designed to tr
14. Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand If you feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface 8 Sundancer SP E CIFICAT IO NS 1 i KARON y 5554 555 55555 5555 SSS 555 555 SS SS SENS 552 25 55 5555553 5255 525 SSS 55 55 555552 ss 5252 5355555 Ny Ws Mie WNN 5555555 52552 355 h Y i ENDS G8 WI 6 8 8 3 5 3cm 1 25 Figur 4 Su ndancer Specifi cations Pride y bue 7 189 UME 106 7 cm 42 78 75 f9C 31 Si 3 Wh e el Turning Radi ius 58 cm 23 221 Sundancer 9 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications 106 7 cm 42 58 cm 22 75 Type Pneumatic Front 5 cm x 20 cm 2 x 8 Rear 6 3 cm x 22 8 cm 2 5 x 9 136 kg 21 stone 300 Ibs maximum Two 12 V 32 amp hours AH U 1 type Sealed Lead Acid SLA 1 2 HP Peak Onboard 3 5 amp charger Variable up to 7 24 knvhr 4 5 mph Weight Capacity Battery Type not included Charger Please refer to figure
15. Fully insert the ball detent pin 6 Replace the seat ua POWER SEAT ACTUATOR OPTIONAL Your Sundancer may be equipped with a power seat actuator The actuator raises and lowers the seat automatically See figure 11 WARNING The power seat actuator is intended for operation only while your Scooter is stationary and on a level surface Its purpose is to aid you in reaching objects Strict adherence to thefollowing safety rules is vital to your safety m Do not attempt to raise or lower the seat while in motion Do not operate your Scooter with the power seat elevated We recommend you drive your Scooter only with the seat in the lowest position SEAT POST SEAT POST TOWER BALL DETENT PIN Figure 11 Power Seat Actuator 22 Sundancer VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING YOUR POWER SEAT 1 Ensure your Sundancer is level and stationary 2 Toggle on the power seat switch 3 To raise the power seat place your hands on the handgrips and use your thumb to push the right side of the lever 4 Release the lever when you have attained your desired height 5 To lower the power seat place your hands on the handgrips and use your thumb to push the left side of the lever 6 Release the lever when you have attained your desired height 7 Ensure your seat is in the lowest position and toggle off the power seat switch before you attempt to drive your Sundancer again FRONT TO BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT ARNRESLADI
16. ISTMENEKNDBS You can reposition the Sundancer s seat forward or rearward See figure 12 1 Remove the seat from your Sundancer See VIII Disassembly and Assembly 2 Use a 7 16 wrench to remove the seat position adjustment screws 3 Reposition the seat base on the seat and reinstall the seat position adjustment screws 4 Reinstall the seat ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT aa SEAT The armrest width of your Sundancer can be adjusted 3 LOCK inward or outward See figure 12 2 DEVER 1 Loosen the armrest adjustment knobs at the back SEAT POSITION ADJUSTMENT of the seat frame SCREWS 2 Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width 3 Tighten the armrest adjustment knobs Figure 12 Seat and Armrest Adjustment NOTE The armrests also pivot upward to make getting on and off of your Sundancer easier SEAT ROTATION The seat lock lever locks the seat in one of four positions See figure 12 1 Push down onthe seat lock lever to unlock the seat 2 Rotate the seat to the desired position 3 Release the seat lock lever to lock the seat securely in place Ifthe seat is not locked into position gently rock the seat back and forth until you hear the lever click EEM Sundancer 23 VIII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Sundancer Always disassemble or assemble your Sundancer on a level dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around your Scooter
17. Keep in mind that the disassembled sections of your Scooter take up more floor space than the assembled Scooter DISASSEMBLY You can disassemble your Sundancer into seven or eight pieces the seat the front frame the front basket the rear frame the rear shroud and the two batteries you can also remove the utility tray from the rear frame if necessary Place your Scooter in an area where you have sufficient clearance to move the parts around You need approximately 1 5 meters in all directions You may need assistance to lift some of the Scooter components See Specifications for individual component weights 1 Place the freewheel lever in the drive down position 2 Ensure the seat is locked into position then lift the seat up and off of your Scooter 3 Gently lift the rear shroud off of your Sundancer If your Scooter is equipped with rear lights you will not be able to fully remove the rear shroud until you perform step 4 4 Unplug the rear light harness if so equipped See figure 13 5 Unplug the large white front to rear connector that attaches the front control console harness to the utility tray See figure 14 6 Disconnect the battery tie down straps unplug both battery harnesses and lift both batteries off of the Sundancer See figures 15 and 16 disassembly could result in permanent damage to your Sundancer CAUTION Failure to unplug both battery harnesses and the control console harness prior to
18. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position Carefully 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 the next time you are going to operate it Sundancer 21 VII COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS adjusting the tiller or the seat Never attempt to adjust the tiller or the seat while the Scooter is in motion WARNING Remove the key from the key switch before TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT You can adjust the tiller to any number of positions between the forward stop and the scooter deck The tiller adjustment lever keeps the tiller in place 1 Push down on the tiller adjustment lever See figure 9 2 Move the tiller to a comfortable position 3 Release the tiller adjustment lever The tiller remains in the position you selected NOTE In order to lower the tiller to the scooter deck you must first remove the seat and both batteries See VIII Disassembly and Assembly SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The seat can be repositioned to one of three different heights See figure 10 1 Remove the seat and shroud from your Sundancer See VIII Disassembly and Assembly 2 Use the attached ring to pull and remove the ball detent pin from the seat post tower Raise or lower the seat post to the desired seat height 4 Hold the seat post at that height and match up the holes in the seat post with the seat post tower 5
19. YOUR BATTERIES You can charge your Sundancer s batteries with your Scooter completely assembled or with your Scooter disassembled as described in Disassembly and Assembly We strongly recommend you charge your batteries while your Scooter is fully assembled However if you are traveling and you disassemble your Scooter to transport it you may find it necessary to charge your batteries In such instances it is easier to take out the utility tray and batteries to perform the charging Follow these steps to safely charge your batteries while your Sooter is fully assembled 1 Position your Scooter close to a standard wall outlet 2 Remove the key from the control console 3 Extend the charger power cord and plug it into the wall outlet We recommend you charge your Sundancer s batteries for 8 to 14 hours WARNING Never use an extension lead to plug in your battery charger Plug the charger directly into a properly wired standard wall outlet 4 When the batteries are fully charged unplug the charger power ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY cord from the wall outlet recoil the cord and place it neatly inside the utility tray NOTE There is a charger inhibit on your Sundancer Your Scooter will not run and the battery condition meter will not operate while the batteries are charging Follow these steps to safely charge your batteries with the utillity tray and batteries removed 1 Disassemble your Scooter as describ
20. ain Fully recharge the batteries again 6 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 de How can I ensure maximum battery life Fully charged deep cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery service life Keep your Sundancer s batteries fully charged whenever possible Batteries that are deeply discharged infrequently charged or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged and cause unreliable performance and limited service life How should I store my Sundancer and its batteries If you plan on not using your Sundancer for an extended period of time it is best to Fully charge its batteries prior to storage Disconnect the battery harnesses from the electronic controller module Store your Sundancer in a warm dry environment Avoid storing your Sundancer where it will be exposed to temperature extremes WARNING If your Sundancer 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 Sundancer to raise the Scooter off the ground and take the weight off the tyres This reduces the possibility of flat spots developing on the areas of the tyres contacting the ground Sundancer 19
21. and may cause damage to the batteries and to your Sundancer CAUTION Do not remove the caps from sealed batteries Water cannot be added to sealed Use these specifications to reorder deep cycle batteries Battery Specifications Deep cycle SLA or gel cell To change a battery in your Sundancer Remove the seat and the rear shroud See VIII Disassembly and Assembly Disconnect the battery cables from the electronic controller module Disconnect the battery tie down straps Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals Remove 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 9 Reconnect the battery cables to the electronic controller module 10 Fasten the battery tie down straps 11 Reinstall the rear shroud and the seat PE WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling 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 or in other common battery types Deep cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power drain down their charge and then accept a relatively quick recharge 18 Sundancer V BATTERIES AND CHARGING We work closely with our
22. at until it faces you Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you face forward Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard PERATING YOUR SCOOTER After planning your route Set the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed Insert the key into the key switch With your hands on the handgrips use your thumb to push the right throttle lever to disengage your Sundancer s brakes and move forward the electric brake automatically disengages and the Sundancer accelerates smoothly to the speed you set 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 center position to drive straight ahead Release the throttle lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop The electric brake automatically engages when your Scooter comes to a stop To move in reverse use your thumb to push the left throttle lever to disengage the brakes and move rearward 20 Sundancer OPERATION GETTING OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER Bring your Scooter to a complete stop Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your Scooter
23. atteries at least once a week for 12 to 14 hours at a time Keep your Sundancer s batteries fully charged Avoid deeply discharging your Sundancer s batteries Do not charge your Sundancer s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours How 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 You will often face hills sidewalk cracks uneven and loosely packed surfaces curves and wind All of these driving conditions affect the distance or running time per battery charge The following are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge Sundancer 17 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING Always fully charge your Sundancer s batteries prior to your daily use Maintain 30 psi pounds per square inch in all of your Sundancer s tyres 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 Sundancer 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 SLA and gel cell are deep cycle batteries that are similar in performance in your Sundancer Do not use wet cell batteries which have removable caps batteries Cap removal voids the battery warranty
24. avel primarily on smooth surfaces such as sidewalks roads parking lots floors and driveways For easy transportation or storage you can disassemble your Sundancer into 7 components See figure 5 To decrease the rear section weight or to charge your batteries while your Scooter is disassembled you can also remove the utility tray and its subcomponents from the rear section For further information on disassembly see VIII Disassembly and Assembly For further information on charging your batteries while your Scooter is disassembled see Batteries and Charging SEAT i REARSECTION FRONT SECTION BATTERIES REAR SHROUD FRONT BASKET Figure 5 Sundancer Components CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY The control console assembly located on the front section houses all of the controls you need to operate your Sundancer See figure 6 WARNING Do not expose the control console assembly to moisture In the event it does become exposed to moisture do not attempt to operate your Sundancer until it has thoroughly dried Light Switch Optional This switch enables you to control your Sundancer s headlight and running rear red lights Press this switch once to turn on the lights Press it again to turn off the lights Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward and the reverse speed up to the maximum speed you preset on the speed adjustment dial For instructions on how to operate your S
25. bs 17 6 15 8 ae 12 3 Figure 1 Maximum Recommended Incline Angle 3 Wheel Sundancer 7 11 SAFETY Pride conducted controlled incline testing with the Sundancer s seat in the highest position adjusted backward on the seat base to the farthest rearward position This testing indicates that your Sundancer 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 When you approach an incline it is best to lean forward See figures 2 and3 This shifts the center of gravity of you and your Sundancer 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 3 Increased Stability Driving Position DRIVING SURFACES Your Sundancer was designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surfaces composed of concrete or asphalt However Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will operate your Scooter on surfaces other than concrete or asphalt For that reason we also designed your Sundancer to perform admirably on packed soil grass and gravel Feel free to use your Sundancer safely on lawns and in park areas Avoid tall grass that can entangle the running gear Packed soil gravel driveways or roads will not present a problem for your Sundancer
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27. d with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or incline and when driving near raised surface or unprotected ledges and drop offs kerbs porches stairs etc Never remove your Sundancer s anti tip wheels or modify your Sundancer in any way that is not authorized by Pride Use extreme caution when operating your Sundancer on busy streets and in parking lots or shopping malls never ride your Sundancer where you cannot safely and legally walk Consult local municipal or state agencies with regard to operating your Scooter on public roadways Do not operate your Sundancer while you are under the influence of alcohol Check with your physician if you are taking any medications that may affect your ability to operate your Sundancer safely Keep your hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard when you are operating your Sundancer Make certain that the tyres are properly inflated 30 psi Never use your Sundancer as a seat in a moving vehicle Make certain that your Sundancer s batteries are properly secured when you are transporting your Scooter in another vehicle Disconnect your Sundancer s batteries if you will not be using the Scooter for more than 48 hours Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling WARNING Do not expose the electronics to any type of moisture rain snow mist or wash at any time Such exposure can damage the electronics
28. ed in Disassembly BATTERY and Assembly HARNESSES 2 Place your utility tray and batteries close to a standard wall outlet Figure 8 Utility Tray and Batteries 16 Sundancer V BATTERIES AND CHARGING 3 Plug both the two pin battery harnesses into the adjoining harnesses extending from the electronic controller assembly on the utility tray See figure 8 4 Extend the charger power cord and plug it into the wall outlet We recommend you charge your Sundancer s batteries for 8 to 14 hours 5 When the batteries are fully charged unplug the charger power cord from the wall outlet recoil the cord and place it neatly inside the utility tray Uplug both battery harnesses 7 Reassemble your Scooter as described in Disassembly and Assembly D FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQs How does the charger work When your Sundancer s battery voltage is low the charger works harder and sends more electrical current to the batteries to bring up their charge As the voltage of the batteries approaches a full charge the charger sends less electrical current to the batteries When the batteries are fully charged the current sent to them from the charger is at nearly zero amperage Therefore when the charger is plugged in it maintains the charge on your Sundancer s batteries but does not overcharge them We do not recommend that you charge your Sundancer s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours What
29. ed of important information regarding safety new products and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Pride Scooter Please feel free to write us at the address below Pride Mobility Products Ltd Unit 106 Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford Oxfordshire OX25 SHA 4 Sundancer INTRODUCTION My Authorised Pride Provider Is Name Address Quick Reference Information Scooter Model Serial Number Purchase Date NOTE If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or owner 5 manual write to us we will be glad to send you a new one immediately Sundancer 5 11 SAFETY It is imperative that you read this entire manual and understand all of the safety precautions before you attempt to operate your new Sundancer for the first time SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not carry passengers on your Sundancer Do not leave the key in the switch when your Sundancer is unattended Make certain that the seat is locked into place and that the key is removed from the key switch before getting on or off of your Sundancer and make certain that the seat is in a locked position when you are operating your Scooter Reduce your Sundancer s speed when you are operating it on uneven terrain soft surfaces and around a comer Never drive your Sundancer across the side of an incline or diagonally up or down an incline do not stop if possible while driving up or down an incline Procee
30. kwards while pulling the door open ELEVATORS Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that when pushed reopens the elevator door s 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 your Scooter to reopen the door Use care that pocketbooks packages or Sundancer accessories do not become caught in the elevator doors RAMPS AND OTHER INCLINES More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe scooter access Some ramps may have turning switchbacks that require you to have good cornering skills on your Sundancer B Take wide swings with your Scooter s front wheel s around any tight corners Ifyou do that the rear wheels will follow a wide arc and will not cut the corner short bump into or get hung up on any railing corners B When driving down a ramp keep your Sundancer s speed adjustment dial see Description set to the tortoise slowest speed setting to ensure a safely controlled descent Avoid sudden stops and starts Other inclines may be natural or if man made not designed specifically for scooters Figure 1 illustrates your Sundancer s stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions 68kg 90kg 113kg 136 kg 11 stone 14stone 18stone 21 stone 150 Ibs 200 Ibs 250 Ibs 300 I
31. low a minute or so for your Sundancer s electronics to rest Push in the reset button to reset the breaker Ifthe breaker trips frequently you may need to charge your batteries more often or have your Pride provider perform a 50 amp load test on your Sundancer s batteries B Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorized Pride provider for service Manual Freewheel Lever Whenever you want to push your Sundancer for short distances you can put it in manual freewheel mode WARNING It is important to remember that when your Sundancer is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged Follow these safety rules when using the freewheel mode Do not disengage the drive motors when your Sundancer is on an incline your Scooter could roll down on its own and cause injury Before placing your Sundancer in or taking it out of freewheel mode ensure the key is removed from the key switch Never sit on your Scooter when it is in freewheel mode When you have finished pushing your Sooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes The manual freewheel lever is located on the end of the motor transaxle assembly at the right rear of the Sundancer B Pullup on the manual freewheel lever to disable the drive system and the brake system you will then be able to push your Sundancer Push down on the manual freewheel lever to reengage the drive system and the brake system and take your Sundancer out
32. njury 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 recommendations contained in other Scooter related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Pride Scooter itself This owner s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary Any changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product you have purchased If you experience any problems with your Scooter that you are unable to solve or if you do not feel capable of safely following any of the instructions and or recommendations contained in this manual please contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance Once you understand how to operate and take care of your Scooter we are certain that it will give you years of trouble free service and enjoyment Information Exchange We want to hear your questions comments and suggestions regarding this manual We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Pride Scooter and the service you received from your authorised Pride provider Please notify us of any change of address so we can keep you appris
33. s and sends power to the motor the brakes and the optional lighting system WARNING Do not expose the electronic controller module to moisture If it does become exposed to moisture do not attempt to operate your Sundancer until it has thoroughly dried Batteries The batteries store the electrical energy that powers your Sundancer For directions on charging your batteries see V Batteries and Charging Anti tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your Sundancer Do not under any circumstances remove the anti tip wheels from your Sundancer Sundancer 13 IV DESCRIPTION Onboard Battery Charger The onboard battery charger converts household current AC to direct current DC and charges your Sundancer s batteries See V Batteries and Charging The charger is located on the utility tray B The charger is a gray colored box with a green LED indicator on the exterior of the case Main Circuit Breaker When the voltage in your Sundancer s batteries becomes low or your Scooter is heavily strained because of excessive loads the main circuit breaker may trip to protect your Sundancer s motor and electronics from damage The main circuit breaker reset button is mounted on the electronic controller module cover The main circuit breaker reset button pops out when the breaker trips When the breaker trips the entire electrical system of your Sundancer is shut down Al
34. tester at most any automotive parts store follow the directions supplied with the load tester One of the following actions may eliminate the problem Fully charge your Scooter s batteries Have your authorized 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 My Scooter s battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the throttle control lever If you experience any problems with your Sundancer that you are not able to solve immediately contact your authorized Pride provider for information maintenance and service Sundancer 27 X CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Sundancer requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride provider The following areas require periodic inspection and or care and maintenance TYRE PRESSURE B Werecommend you maintain the tyre pressure at 30 psi for optimum Scooter performance overinflating a tyre can cause it to explode TYRE CONDITION AND TREAD WEAR Regularly inspect your Sundancer s tyres for signs of wear Use arubber conditioner on your Sundancer s tyres to preserve them Do not put rubber conditioner on tread area of tyres the tyres may become dangerously slippery
35. ts 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 local 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 and batteries 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 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 authorized Pride provider Please contact your local Pride provider for advice on the
36. undancer s throttle control see VI Operation Horn Button This button activates a warning horn Ensure the key is fully inserted into the key switch and push the horn button to sound the horn Battery Condition Meter When your Sundancer s key is fully inserted this meter indicates the approximate battery voltage strength For further information on battery charging see V Batteries and Charging Sundancer 11 IV DESCRIPTION BATTERY CONDITION METER SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL HORN BUTTON KEY SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER REVERSE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER FORWARD LIGHT SWITCH QETIONAD POWER SEAT SWITCH OPTIONAL Figure 6 Control Console Assembly Speed Adjustment Dial This dial allows you to preselect and limit your Sundancer s top speed Set the speed between the slowest image of the tortoise and the fastest image of the hare speed settings Key Switch This switch enables you to power up and power down your Sundancer Scooter Fully insert the key into the key switch to power up your Sundancer B Pull the key out to power down your Sundancer WARNING If the key is removed from the key switch while your Sundancer is in motion the electronic brakes will engage and your Sundancer will come to an abrupt stop Power Seat Switch Optional If your Sundancer is equipped with a power seat this switch enables you to raise and lower the seat For power seat adjustment directions see
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