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1. Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 33 VIII BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING What if the Travel Scooter s batteries won t charge WB Check the fuse located on the battery pack Replace if necessary During the charging process if the charger LED s never indicate a full charge check the fuse located on the battery pack Replace if necessary Ensure both ends of the charger power lead are inserted fully M Ifthe battery pack fuse continually blows contact your authorised Pride Provider for service What if my Travel Scooter does not move when I press the throttle control lever B When the manual freewheel lever is pushed forward the brakes are disengaged and all power to the motor transaxle assembly is cut B Pull back on the manual freewheel lever turn the Travel Scooter off and then back on to return to normal operation What if the main circuit breaker repeatedly trips M Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorised Pride Provider for service B Charge the Travel Scooter s batteries more frequently See IV Batteries and Charging W Iftheproblem continues have both of your Travel Scooter s batteries load tested by your authorised Pride Provider You may also perform the load test yourself Battery load testers are available at most automotive parts stores Follow the directions supplied with the load tester E2. 21 Healey Road Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia ACN 088 609 661 SAFETY GUIDELINES An authorised Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this scooter and must perform all of the procedures in this manual A The symbols below are used throughout this owner s manual and on the scooter to identify warnings and important information It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous condition situation Failure to follow IN designated procedures can cause either personal injury component damage or N malfunction On the product this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle witha black border MANDATORY These actions should be performed as specified Failure to perform mandatory actions can cause personal injury and or equipment damage On the product this icon is represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with a white border PROHIBITED These actions are prohibited These actions should not be performed at any time or in any circumstances Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and or damage to equipment On the product this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red slash Please fill out the following information for quick reference Pride Provider Address Phone Number Purchase Date Serial Number NOTE This owner s manual
3. 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 8 to 14 hours We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Travel Scooter s specific electrical demands Fresh batteries are shipped fully charged to our customers During shipping the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that can influence their initial performance Heat diminishes the charge on the battery cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery It may take a few days for the temperature of your Travel Scooter s batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or ambient temperature More importantly it takes a few charging cycles partial draining followed by full recharging to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep cycle battery s peak performance and long life Follow these steps to properly break in your Travel Scooter s new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life 1 Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88 of its peak performance level 2 Operate your new Travel Scooter in familiar and safe areas Drive slowly at first and do not travel too far
4. Ensure that the fuse on the battery pack is in working condition M Ensure both ends of the charger power lead are inserted fully Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 23 IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING Can I use a different charger Chargers are selected precisely for particular applications and are especially matched to the type size and chemi cal formulation of specific batteries For the safest and most efficient charging of your Travel Scooter s batteries we recommend use of the charger supplied as original equipment with your Pride product only Any charging method resulting in batteries being charged individually is especially prohibited How often must I charge the batteries Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge your Travel Scooter s batteries M All day use on a daily basis M Infrequent or sporadic use With these considerations in mind you can determine how often and for how long you should charge your Travel Scooter s batteries The battery charger was designed so that it will not overcharge your Travel Scooter s batter ies However you may encounter some problems if you do not charge your batteries often enough and if you do not charge them on a regular basis Following the guidelines below will provide safe and reliable battery operation and charging B Ifyouuse your Travel Scooter daily charge its batteries as soon as you finish using it for the day Your Travel Scooter will be ready
5. before each use to make sure your Travel Scooter operates smoothly and safely 8 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY Perform the following inspections prior to using your Travel Scooter B Check for proper tyre inflation if equipped with pneumatic tyres Check all electrical connections Make sure they are tight and not corroded Check all harness connections Make sure they are secured properly Check the brakes Check battery charge If you discover a problem contact your authorised Pride Provider for assistance 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 Itis critically important that the psi bar kPa air pressure indicated on each tyre be maintained in pneumatic tyres at all times Do not underinflate or overinflate yourtyres Low pressure may result in loss of control and overinflated tyres may burst Failure to maintain the psi bar kPa air pressure raiting indicated on pneumatic tyres at all times may IN result in tyre and or wheel failure N WARNING Inflate your Travel Scooter tyres from a regulated air source with an available pressure gauge Inflating yourtyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate them resulting in a burst tyre WARNING When changing a tyre remov
6. or soft surfaces as possible Limit your baggage weight to essential items Try to maintain an even speed while your Travel Scooter is in motion Avoid stop and go driving 24 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING What type and size of battery should I use Your Travel Scooter requires two deep cycle batteries We recommend only sealed maintenance free batteries such as AGM or Gel Cell which are similar in performance Do not use wet cell batteries which have removable caps Refer to the specifications table for size as batteries differ depending on manufacture 7 A NOTE Sealed batteries are not serviceable Do not remove the caps WARNING Corrosive chemicals are contained in batteries Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions How do I change a battery in my Travel Scooter MANDATORY Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and Lead wash hands after handling WARNING Always use two batteries of the exact same type chemistry and amp A hour Ah capacity Refer to the specifications table in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities WARNING Do not mix old and new batteries Always replace both batteries at the same time f WARNING Contact your authorised Pride Provid
7. Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while operating your Travel Scooter This driving position gives you the most control over your vehicle M Setthespeed adjustment dial to your desired speed M Press your thumb against the appropriate side of the throttle control lever B Theelectromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the Travel Scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 27 V OPERATION Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the left Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the right Move the tiller to the centre position to drive straight ahead To stop slowly release the throttle control lever The electronic brakes will automatically engage when your Travel Scooter comes to a stop NOTE Your Travel Scooter s reverse speed is slower than that of the forward speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial GETTING OFF OF YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER l Duce p Bring your Travel Scooter to a complete stop Remove the key from the key switch Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your Travel Scooter Make certain that the seat 1s fixed securely in position Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the side of your Travel Scooter You can leave the seat facing to the side to facilit
8. LIMITED WARRANTY Drivetrain including differential motor and brake BATTERIES Batteries are covered by a six 6 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 WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS B ABS plastic shrouds and footrest covers wear items and not warranted Tyres and tyre tubes wear items and not warranted Upholstery and seating wear items and not warranted Repairs and or modifications made to any part of the Travel Scooter without specific and prior consent from Pride Circumstances beyond the control of Pride Damage caused by battery fluid spillage or leakage abuse misuse accident or negligence improper operation maintenance or storage commercial use or use other than normal M Labor service calls shipping and other charges incurred for repair of the product SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service can be performed by an authorised Pride Provider Please contact your authorised Pride Provider for advice on the current cost affecting the service visit REPLACEMENT UNITS The availability of replacement units is subject to the discretion of the provider not the manufacturer For more information regarding replacement units contact your authorised Pride Provider 38 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS
9. bar kPa air pressure indicated on pneumatic tyres at all times may result in tyre and or wheel failure Regularly inspect your Travel Scooter s tyres for signs of wear WHEEL REPLACEMENT If your Travel Scooter is equipped with pneumatic tyres and you have a flat tyre you can have the tube replaced If your Travel Scooter is equipped with a solid tyre insert either the solid insert or the entire wheel must be replaced depending on model Contact your authorised Pride Provider for information regarding replacement wheels for your Travel Scooter WARNING Wheels on your Travel Scooter should only be serviced replaced by your authorised Pride Provider or a qualified technician WARNING Completely deflate pneumatic tyres before dismantling the rim or attempting N repair WARNING When changing a tyre remove only the centre lug nut then remove the wheel If any further disassembly is required deflate the tyre completely or it may explode EXTERIOR SURFACES Bumpers tyres and trim can benefit from an occasional application of a rubber or vinyl conditioner ff N WARNING Do not use a rubber or vinyl conditioner on the Travel Scooter s vinyl seat or A N tyre tread as they will become dangerously slippery CLEANING AND DISINFECTION B Usea damp cloth and mild non abrasive cleanser to clean the plastic and metal parts of your Travel Scooter Avoid using products that may scratch the surface of your Travel Scooter M Ifnecessa
10. each morning We recommend that you charge your Travel Scooter s batteries for 8 to 14 hours after daily use If you use your Travel Scooter once a week or less charge its batteries at least once a week for 12 to 14 hours atatime E Keep your Travel Scooter s batteries fully charged M Avoid deeply discharging your Travel Scooter s batteries How can I ensure maximum battery life Fully charged deep cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your Travel Scooter s batteries fully charged whenever possible Protect your Travel Scooter and batteries from extreme heat or cold Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged stored in extreme temperatures or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable performance and limited service life How can I get maximum range or distance per charge Rarely will you have ideal driving conditions smooth flat hard driving surfaces with no wind or curves Often you will face hills pavement cracks uneven and loosely packed surfaces curves and wind all of which affect the distance or running time per battery charge Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge Always fully charge your Travel Scooter s batteries prior to daily use Maintain but do not exceed the psi bar kPa air pressure rating indicated on each tyre Plan your route ahead to avoid as many hills cracked broken
11. footpaths pavements jf pedestrian areas and roads Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS KERBS ETC WARNING Do not drive near raised surfaces unprotected ledges and or drop offs kerbs porches Stairs etc WARNING Do not attempt to have your Travel Scooter climb or descend an obstacle that is inordinately high WARNING Do not attempt to have your Travel Scooter proceed rearward down any step kerb or other obstacle This may cause the Travel Scooter to tip WARNING Be Sure your Travel Scooter is traveling perpendicular to any kerb you may be required to ascend or descend See figures 3 and 4 WARNING Do not attempt to negotiate a kerb that has a height greater than 5 cm Figure 3 Correct Kerb Approach Figure 4 Incorrect Kerb Approach 12 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS Exposure of your Travel Scooter to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible If suddenly caught up in rain snow severe cold or heat while operating your Travel Scooter proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity Thoroughly dry your Travel Scooter before storing charging or operating your Travel Scooter KEN PROHIBITED Operating in rain snow salt mist spray conditions and on icy slippery surfaces may have an adverse affect on the electrical system Maintain and store your Travel Scooter SA in a dry and c
12. from your home or familiar surroundings until you have become accustomed to your Travel Scooter s controls and have properly broken in your Travel Scooter s batteries Fully recharge the batteries They should be at over 90 of their peak performance level Operate your Travel Scooter again Fully recharge the batteries again After four or five charging cycles the batteries are able to receive a charge of 10096 of their peak performance level and are able to last for an extended period of time e aac s What about public transport If you intend to use public transport with your Travel Scooter you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements 26 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller V OPERATION BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER W Have you fully charged the batteries See IV Batteries and Charging E 5 manual freewheel lever in the drive rearward position Never leave the manual freewheel lever in the forward position unless you are manually pushing your Travel Scooter Ensure the tiller lock knob is in the unlocked position GETTING ONTO YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER 1 Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch AN WARNING Never attempt to get onto or off of your Travel Scooter without first removing the key from the key switch This will prevent the Travel Scooter from moving if accidental y throttle control lever contact is made Stand a
13. is compiled from the latest specifications and product information avail able at the time of publication We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary Any changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product you have purchased The latest current version of this manual is available on our website This product is manufactured by Pride Mobility Products Corporation 182 Susquehanna Avenue Exeter PA 18643 2694 USA Copyright 2008 Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd INFMANU3106 Rev E April 2008 AP ASORI b CONTENTS ho HNIRODUCTIODN ts tum n t tbt 4 DATE totae Ca EE DM M M D mL 5 ll YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER ss e tem ptite nt ne 18 IV BATTERIES AND GRHAROGINO ee he ib eb es t esM 22 VE OPERATION tae aa oput mte t s 27 Viz COMFORT ADIUSTMENTS itte S eU i eu edi c Oen 29 VIE DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY Se etc tis ieu De 31 VIN BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING st see e een e tb els e 33 X CAREAND MAINTENANCE ent tco pm tete o 35 Ac WARRANTY Au ent eb eee M EH te 38 APPENDIX ISSPECIFICATIONS rne indt e rU lice ED SIRE 39 Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 3 1 INTRODUCTION SAFETY Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd Pride The product you have purchased combines state of the art components with safety comfort and styling in mind We are confident the design
14. left on the meter green indicates fully charged batteries yellow a draining charge and red indicates that an immediate recharge is necessary See figure 14 To ensure the highest accuracy the battery condition meter should be checked while operating your Travel Scooter at full speed on a dry level surface Figure 14 Battery Condition Meter CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES e PROHIBITED Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard If necessary properly install an approved 3 pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2 pronged plug access Gy PROHIBITED Never use an extension lead to plug in your battery charger Plug the charger wy directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet ec PROHIBITED Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied MANDATORY Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger before charging the batteries WARNING Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries Keep the Travel Scooter and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide adequate ventilation when charging the batteries Pe WARNING You must recharge your Travel Scooter s batteries with the supplied off board charger Do not use an automotive type batter
15. of AN gravity When using your Travel Scooter at higher speeds do not corner sharply This A y greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall Always exercise common sense when cornering i BRAKING INFORMATION Your Travel Scooter is equipped with these powerful brake systems B Regenerative Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the centre stop position Disc Park Brake Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop or when power is removed from the system for any reason Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 11 ll SAFETY OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your Travel Scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surfaces composed of concrete blacktop or tarmac However Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encounter other surface types For this reason your Travel Scooter is designed to perform admirably on packed soil grass and gravel Feel free to use your Travel Scooter safely on lawns and in park areas Reduce your Travel Scooter s speed when driving on uneven terrain and or soft surfaces M Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand Ifyou feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS j WARNING Exercise extreme caution when operating the Travel Scooter on
16. power lead receptacle on your Travel Scooter then into the electrical outlet We recommend that you charge the batteries for 8 to 14 hours NOTE The LED lights on the charger indi cate different charger conditions at various times See figure 9 Refer to the operating in Figure 15 Charging The Batteries Battery Pack Removed structions supplied with the charger for a com plete explanation of these indicators 5 When the batteries are fully charged unplug the charger power lead from the electrical outlet and then from the charger power lead receptacle NOTE There is a charger inhibit function on your Travel Scooter The Travel Scooter will not run and the battery condition meter will not operate while the batteries are charging FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How does the charger work When your Travel Scooter s battery voltage is low the charger works harder sending more electrical current to the batteries to bring up their charge As the batteries approach a full charge the charger sends less and less electrical current When the batteries are fully charged the current sent from the charger is at nearly zero amperage Therefore when the charger is plugged in it maintains the charge on your Travel Scooter s batteries but does not overcharge them We do not recommend that you charge your Travel Scooter s batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours What if my Travel Scooter s batteries will not charge
17. the Travel Scooter NOTE As a precaution avoid placing wallets keys or valuable items in the storage area UPPER SEAT POST LOWER SEAT POST DETENT PIN REMOVABLE AS SD SCREWS STORAGE 4 Figure 20 Front Storage Area www pridemobility com Elite Traveller 30 VII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY You can disassemble the Travel Scooter into five pieces BASKET the seat the front section the rear section the basket and the battery pack See figure 21 No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Travel Scooter Always disassemble or assemble your Travel Scooter ona level dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around about 1 5 metres five feet in all directions Remember that some Travel Scooter components are heavy and you may need as ENT sistance when lifting them i 07 74 REAR SECTION FRONT SECTION BATTERY PACK WARNING Travel Scooter components are heavy Avoid lifting beyond your capability and A ask for assistance when necessary Figure 21 Disassembled Travel Scooter while disassembling or assembling your Travel Scooter 1 Lock the tiller in the straight ahead position by pushing the tiller lock knob in and turning it clockwise 90 See figure 22 The front wheel must face forward in order to lock the tiller 2 Remove the seat by lifting it straight up and off of the Travel Scooter If you enco
18. 20 V m Explosive conditions exist Unlocked and in freewheel mode Place unit on level ground and to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode Locked and in drive mode Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 5 ll SAFETY AGM GEL CELL Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging Do not remove anti tip wheels Do not use a cell phone walkie talkie laptop or other radio transmitter while operating Avoid exposure to rain snow saltor standing water whenever possible Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard If necessary properly install an approved 3 pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2 pronged plug access Do not connect an extension lead to the AC DC converter or the battery charger Contact with tools can cause electrical shock Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in the drive tyres 6 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY Wear safety goggles Contains Lead Do not use batteries with different amp hour Ah capacities Do not mix old and new batteries Always replace both batteries at the same time
19. AN medication or if you have certain physical limitations Some medications and limitations 4 may impair your ability to operate your Travel Scooter in a safe manner ALCOHOL SMOKING The Travel Scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his her Travel Scooter This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol or while smoking WARNING Do not operate your Travel Scooter while you are underthe influence of alcohol as this may impair your ability to operate the Travel Scooter in a safe manner WARNING Pride strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated ff N your Travel Scooter although the Travel Scooter seat has passed the necessary testing A requirements for cigarette smoking You must adhere to the following safety guidelines if E you decide to smoke cigarettes while seated on your Travel Scooter m Do not leave lit cigarettes unattended Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions Always make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before disposal 16 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY ELECTROMAGNETIC AND RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE EMI RFI IN WARNING Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency waves can have an adverse affect on the performance of electrically powered mobility vehicles Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellula
20. ASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Any electromechanical device occasionally requires some troubleshooting However most of the problems that may arise can usually be solved with a bit of thought and common sense Many of these problems occur because the batteries are not fully charged or because the batteries are worn down and can no longer hold a charge DIAGNOSTIC BEEP CODES The diagnostic beep codes for your Travel Scooter are designed to help you perform basic troubleshooting quickly and easily A diagnostic beep code will sound in the event one of the conditions listed below develops NOTE Your Travel Scooter will not run unless the beep code condition is resolved and the Travel Scooter has been turned off then turned back on BEEP CODE CONDITION SOLUTION E m Battery voltage is too low to operate the Charge fully until charger and any meters 2 Travel Vehicle indicate completion E Battery voltage is too high to operate the 3 Travel Vehicle E H EH Solenoid brake trip The manual freewheel 5 lever may be in the freewheel position Throttle trip The throttle control lever may have been depressed while inserting Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for assistance Remove the key then push the manual freewheel lever to the drive position restart your scooter E H EH Release the throttle control lever completely 6 the key then reinsert the key E BH EH EH NH Throttle trip Throttle
21. Do not sit on the mobility product when it is being used in connection with any type of lift elevation product Do not place your Travel Scooter in freewheel mode while on a decline Do not place your Travel Scooter in freewheel mode while on a incline Battery charger for indoor use only Disposal and recycling contact your authorised Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 7 ll SAFETY GENERAL MANDATORY Do not operate your new Travel Scooter for the first time without completely U reading and understanding this owner s manual Your Travel Scooter is a state of the art life enhancement device designed to increase mobility Pride provides an extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the Travel Scooter user Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of Travel Scooter to be used is the responsibility of the Travel Scooter user who is capable of making such a decision and his her healthcare professional 1 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 Travel Scooter to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and or the authorised Pride Provider in the instruction process for the use of the product There are certain situations including some
22. Model Number 3 wheel SCAOEAUS 4 wheel SC44EAUS Class Of Use A Maximum Safe Slope See figure 1 Maximum Climbing Ability See figure 1 Maximum Obstacle Climbing Ability 5cm Colours Red Blue Silver interchangeable panels Overall Length 3 wheel 92 71 cm 4 wheel 100 96 cm Overall Width 48 56 cm Total Weight Without Batteries 3 wheel 34 47 kg 4 wheel 35 38 kg Heaviest Piece When Disassembled 15 58kg Turning Radius 3 wheel 82 55 in 4 wheel 110 cm Speed maximum Variable up to 6 84 kmh Range Per Charge 12 Ah batteries up to 14 km with optional 17 Ah batteries up to 22 km Ground Clearance 6 35 cm at mid frame Weight Capacity 124 73 kg Standard Seating Type Foldable plastic Material Black Vinyl Drive System Rear wheel drive sealed transaxle 24 volt DC motor Dual Braking System Electronic regenerative and electromechanical Tyres Type solid flat free inserts Size front 5 71 cm x 17 78 cm rear 6 35 cm x 20 32 cm Battery Requirements Type Two 12 volt deep cycle Size 12 Ah standard 17Ah optional Weight 4 08 kg each for standard 12 Ah batteries Battery Pack Weight 12 Ah 9 52 kg 17 Ah 14 96 kg Battery Charger Off board charger Varies with user weight terrain type battery amp hour Ah battery charge battery condition and tyre condition T
23. RINGS AND THE MOTOR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY These items are all prelubricated sealed and require no subsequent lubrication MOTOR BRUSHES The motor brushes are housed inside of the motor transaxle assembly They should be inspected periodically for wear by your authorised Pride Provider CONSOLE CHARGER AND REAR ELECTRONICS Keep these areas free of moisture M Allow these areas to dry thoroughly if they have been exposed to moisture before operating your Travel Scooter again NYLON LOCK NUT REPLACEMENT Any nylon insert lock nutremoved during the periodic maintenance assembly or disassembly ofthe Travel Scooter must be replaced with anew nut Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert resulting in aless secure fit Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores or through your authorised Pride Provider STORING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER If you plan on not using your Travel Scooter for an extended period of time it is best to 1 Fully charge its batteries prior to storage 2 Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter 3 Store your Travel Scooter in a warm dry environment 4 Avoidstoring your Travel Scooter where it will be exposed to temperature extremes N N WARNING Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen battery A 36 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IX CARE AND MAINTENANCE Ba
24. See IV Batteries and Charging or Appendix I Specifications for information about your Travel Scooter s battery type What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the throttle control lever W Fully charge your Travel Scooter s batteries See IV Batteries and Charging W Have your authorised Pride Provider load test each battery B Or see the previous troubleshooting question for load testing the batteries yourself If you experience any problems with your Travel Scooter that you are not able to solve immediately contact your authorised Pride Provider for information maintenance and service 34 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IX CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Travel Scooter requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below you may schedule inspection and maintenance with your authorised Pride Provider The following areas require periodic inspection and or care and maintenance TYRE PRESSURE M Ifequipped with pneumatic tyres always maintain the psi bar kPa air pressure indicated on each tyre 9 WARNING It is important that the psi bar kPa air pressure indicated on each tyre be maintained 1 n pneumatic tyres at all times Do not underinflate or overinflate your tyres Low pressure may 1 result in loss of control and overinflated tyres may burst Failure to maintain the psi
25. ate boarding your Travel Scooter next time POWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an energy saving automatic power down timer feature designed to pre serve your Travel Scooter s battery life If you mistakenly leave the key in the key switch and in the on position but do not use your Travel Scooter for approximately 20 minutes the Travel Scooter s controller shuts down automatically If the power down timer feature takes effect perform the following steps to resume normal operation 1 Removethe key from the key switch 2 Reinsertthe key and power up your Travel Scooter 28 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller VI COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT TILLER ADJUSTMENT KNOB WARNING Remove the key from the key AN switch before adjusting the tiller or the A seat Never attempt to adjust the tiller or 4 Y the seat while the Travel Scooter is in motion Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an adjustable pivoting tiller 1 While supporting the tiller turn the tiller adjustment knob anticlockwise to loosen the tiller See figure 17 2 Movethetillerto a comfortable position 3 Turn the tiller adjustment knob clockwise to secure the tiller in position NOTE In order to fully lower the tiller you must first remove the seat and battery pack Remove the seat by pulling it straight up and off of the Travel Scooter SEAT ROTATION The seat rotation lever will secure the seat into sev
26. avel Scooter into or taking it out of p RATE 7 N freewheel mode remove the key from AYI H MOTOR N the key switch Never sit on a Travel 7 TRANSAXLE 4 Scooter when it is in freewheel mode j ASSEMBLY Never put a Travel Scooter in freewheel mode on any incline ANTI TIP WHEELS Figure 6 Rear Section Manual Freewheel Lever Whenever you need or want to push your Travel Scooter for short distances you can put it in freewheel mode 1 Removethe key from the key switch 2 Pushforward on the manual freewheel lever to disable the drive system and the brake system You may now push your Travel Scooter 3 Pushthe manual freewheel lever rearward to reengage the drive and the brake systems this takes your Travel Scooter out of freewheel mode WARNING When your Travel Scooter is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface Ensure the key is removed from the key switch A Stand beside the Travel Scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never sit on a Travel Scooter to do this W After you have finished pushing your Travel Scooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes Anti Tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your Travel Scooter They are bolted to the frame and located at the rear of the Travel Sooter CQ WARNING Do not remove the anti tip wheels or modify your Travel Scooter i
27. cooter WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the floorboard Such use may cause the Travel Scooter to tip Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 15 ll SAFETY REACHING AND BENDING Avoid reaching or bending while driving your Travel Scooter Bending forward creates the risk of accidental throttle control lever contact Bending to the side while seated creates the risk of tipping It is important to maintain a stable centre of gravity and keep the Travel Scooter from tipping Pride recommends that the Travel Scooter user determine his her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified attendant A WARNING Do not bend lean or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the A N Travel Scooter deck or from either side of the Travel Scooter Movements such as 4 N these may change your centre of gravity and the weight distribution of the Travel Scooter and cause your Travel Scooter to tip PROHIBITED Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tyres PRESCRIPTION DRUGS PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS The Travel Scooter user must exercise care and common sense when operating his her Travel Scooter This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over the counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations IN WARNING Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over the counter J
28. d piece 2 Pushthroughthe hole to separate the piece from the Travel Scooter See figures 10 11 and 12 To remove the tiller console visor 1 Gently pull the top of the visor to ward the rear of the Travel Scooter to loosen it from the reusable fas tener then gently pull the sides of the visor away from the tiller console and lift See figure 13 Figure 11 Rear Fender Panel NOTE The front fender shroud is removed in the same fashion as the tiller console visor To reinstall the shroud pieces place each piece in its appropriate location and push with slight pressure to secure the reusable fastener NOTE When installing the front fender panel make sure the tab at the bottom of the panel is inserted into the tab opening before securing the panel See figure 10 Figure 12 Side Panel Figure 13 Tiller Console Visor Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 21 IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your Travel Scooter requires two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free They are recharged by the supplied off board charging system W Charge your Travel Scooter s batteries for 8 to 14 hours prior to using it for the first time B Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your Travel Scooter running smoothly READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGE The battery condition meter on the tiller console indicates the approximate strength of your batteries using a colour code From right to
29. d your left hand on the left handgrip B Use your right thumb to push the right side of the lever to disengage your Travel Scooter s brakes and move forward B Release the lever and allow your Travel Scooter to come to a complete stop before pushing the other side of the lever to move in reverse B When the throttle is completely released it automatically returns to the centre stop position and engages your Travel Scooter s brakes Horn Button This button activates a warning horn Your Travel Scooter must be powered up for the horn to be operational Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when doing so may prevent accident or injury 18 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller Ill YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER Speed Adjustment Dial This dial allows you to preselect and limit your Travel Scooter s top speed The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting B The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting Battery Condition Meter When the key is fully inserted into the key switch this meter indicates approximate battery strength For further informa tion on the battery condition meter see IV Batteries and Charging REAR SECTION Ln MANUAL FREEWHEEL The manual freewheel lever anti tip wheels and motor 2 transaxle assembly are located on the rear section of your Travel Scooter See figure 6 WARNING Before placing your Tr
30. e Traveller www pridemobility com 17 Ill YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER TILLER CONSOLE The tiller console houses all controls needed to drive your Travel Scooter including the key switch throttle control lever horn button speed adjustment dial and the battery condition meter See figure 5 Ke PROHIBITED Do not expose the tiller console to moisture In the event that the tiller console does become exposed to moisture do not attempt to operate your Travel Scooter Ns A until the tiller console has dried thoroughly BATTERY CONDITION METER A CTS A S A UY KEY INSERTED INTO KEY SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Figure 5 Tiller Console Key Switch Insert the key into the key switch and turn it clockwise to power up turn on your Travel Scooter Turn the key anticlockwise to power down turn off your Travel Scooter Although the key can be left in the key switch when the Travel Scooter is powered down we recommend remov ing itto prevent unauthorized use of your Travel Scooter WARNING If the key is moved to the off position while your Travel Scooter is in motion 7 N the electronic brakes will engage and your Travel Scooter will come to an abrupt stop Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your Travel Scooter up to the maximum speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial M Place your right hand on the right handgrip an
31. e only the centre lug nut then remove the wheel If any further disassembly is required deflate the tyre completely or it may explode NOTE If tyres on your Travel Scooter list the psi raiting only use the following conversion formulas to find the bar or kPa rating bar psi x 0 06895 kPa psi x 6 89476 WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your Travel Scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity Refer to the specifications table for information MANDATORY Stay within the specified weight capacity of your Travel Scooter Exceeding the weight capacity voids the warranty Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations WARNING Do not carry passengers on your Travel Scooter Carrying passengers on your Travel Scooter may affect the centre of gravity resulting in a tip or a fall 2 INCLINE INFORMATION More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access Some ramps may have turning switchbacks 180 degree turns that require you to have good cornering skills on your Travel Scooter M Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline W Take wideswings with your Travel Scooter around any tight corners If you do that the Travel Scooter s rear wheels will follow a wide arc not cut the corner short and not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners B When driving down a ra
32. er if you have any questions regarding A the batteries in your Travel Scooter WARNING Do not replace the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied WARNING The batteries on your Travel Scooter BATTERY CABLES should only be serviced or replaced by your BATTERY TERMINAL authourised Pride Provider or a qualified technician Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter Carefully turn the pack upside down 3 Remove the eight 8 screws from the perimetre of the battery pack 4 Carefully turn the pack right side up and remove the lid 5 Disconnectthe black and red battery cables from the battery terminals of each battery See figure 16 6 Remove the old batteries 7 Placeanew batteries in the battery pack 8 Connect the red battery cable to the positive battery terminal of each battery Figure 16 Battery Replacement 9 Connectthe black battery cable to the negative battery terminal of each battery 10 Position the lid back onto the battery pack 11 Carefully turn the pack upside down 12 Reinstall all screws and tighten Nr Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 25 IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING NOTE If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and contact your local disposal agency or authorised Pride Provider for instructions on disposal and bat tery recycling which is our recommended course of action Why do my new batteries seem weak
33. eral positions 1 Pull up on the seat rotation lever to rotate the seat See figure 18 2 Rotate the seat to the desired position 3 Releasethe lever to fix the seat into place ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT The armrest width can be adjusted inward or outward 1 Loosenthe armrest adjustment knobs See figure 18 2 Remove the detent pins 3 Slide the armrests in orout to the desired width 4 Align the adjustment holes on the seat frame and armrests Figure 18 Seat Adjustments then reinsert the detent pins 5 Tighten the armrest adjustment knobs ARMREST ADJUSTMENT KNOB NOTE Pivot the armrests upward to aid in getting onto and off of your Travel Scooter Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 29 VI COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The seat can be repositioned to different heights See figure 19 1 Remove the seat and battery pack from your Travel Scooter 2 Use the attached ring to pull and remove the detent pin from the lower seat post 3 Raise or lower the upper seat post to the desired seat height 4 While holding the upper seat post at that height align the adjustment holes of the upper and lower seat posts 5 Fully insertthe detent pin 6 Replace the battery pack and seat FRONT STORAGE AREA Your Travel Scooter is equipped with a front storage area that can be removed if additional leg or foot room is needed See figure 20 Remove the screws to separate the storage area from
34. features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities Understanding how to safely operate and care for this product should bring you years of trouble free operations and service Read and follow all instructions warnings and notes in this manual and all other accompanying literature before attempting to operate this product for the first time In addition your safety depends upon you as well as your provider caretaker or healthcare professional in using good judgement If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation please contact your authorised Pride Provider Failure to follow the instructions warnings and notes in this manual and those located on your Pride product can result in personal injury or product damage and will void Pride s product warranty PURCHASER S AGREEMENT By accepting delivery of this product you promise that you will not change alter or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Before using your scooter make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually pack aged If you do not receive a complete delivery please contact your au
35. flammable or combustible items POSITIONING BELTS Your service agent therapist s and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your require ment for a positioning belt in order to operate your Travel Scooter safely N WARNING If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your Travel Scooter make 4 sure it is fastened securely PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT y IN 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 GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER Getting onto and off of your Travel Scooter requires a good sense of balance Please observe the following safety tips when getting onto and off of your Travel Scooter Remove the key from the key switch Ensure that your Travel Scooter is not in freewheel mode See III Your Travel Scooter Ensure that the seat is secured into place Pivot the armrests up to make getting onto and off of the Travel Scooter easier WARNING Position yourself as far back as possible in the Travel Scooter seat to prevent the Travel Scooter from tipping WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the Travel Scooter armrests do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes such as transfers Such use may cause the Travel Scooter to tip resulting in a fall from the Travel S
36. g when the Travel Scooter is pushed faster than a maximum threshold which has been preprogrammed In this case the controller is acting as a speed governor B Ifthe key is switched on while in freewheel mode you will encounter considerable resistance at any speed This prevents the Travel Scooter from gaining unwanted momentum should the manual freewheel lever inad vertently be released while driving the Travel Scooter STAIRS AND ESCALATORS Travel Scooters are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators Always use a lift IN f WARNING Do not use your Travel Scooter to negotiate steps or escalators 2 DOORS B Determine if the door opens toward or away from you Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push bar W Drive your Travel Scooter gently and slowly forward to push the door open Or drive your Travel Scooter gently and slowly rearwards to pull the door open Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 13 ll SAFETY LIFTS Modern lifts have a door edge safety mechanism that when pushed reopens the door s Ifyou are in the doorway of a lift when the door s begin to close push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the Travel Scooter and the door will reopen WB Use care that pocketbooks packages or Travel Scooter accessories do not become caught in lift doors NOTE If your Travel Scooter s turning radius is greater than 150 cm it may be diffic
37. his specification can be subject to a variance of or 10 or 3 46 Due to manufacturing tolerances and continual product improvement this specification can be subject to a variance of AGM or Gel Cell type required See IV Batteries and Charging NOTE All specifications subject to change without notice Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 39 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS o a 3 7 o o a 3 wheel 92 71 cm 4 wheel 100 96 cm 3 wheel 82 55 cm 4 wheel 110 cm Turning Radius 48 56 cm Figure 27 Travel Scooter Dimensions Illustration Shown with Optional 17AH Battery Pack Figure 28 Tyre Dimensions 40 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller NOTES Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 41 NOTES 42 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd 21 Healey Road Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia ACN 088 609 661 www pridemobility com N MANB106
38. huts down B Allow aminute or two for your Travel Scooter s electronics to rest E Push in the reset button to reset the main circuit breaker Ifthe main circuit breaker trips frequently you may need to charge your batteries more often You may also need to haveyour authorised Pride Provider perform a load test on your Travel Scooter s batteries M Ifthe main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorised Pride Provider for service TILLER CONSOLE FUSE The fuse located under the battery pack protects the tiller console electronics See figure 8 In the event any component of the tiller console is not responding check this fuse See VIII Basic Troubleshooting for fuse replacement instructions Figure 8 3 Amp Tiller Console Fuse 20 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller Ill YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER OFF BOARD BATTERY CHARGER PLUGS INTO STANDARD The off board battery charger when plugged ELECTRICAL OUTLET into the charger power lead receptacle located on the battery pack and a standard electrical outlet charges the Travel Scooter s batteries See figure 9 SHROUD PANELS You can change the colour of your Travel Scooter by removing the coloured plas tic shroud panel pieces and replacing them with one of the other supplied sets The panels are held in place by a hook and loop reusable fastener To remove the shroud panel pieces 1 Useyourfingerto locate the push hole behind each shrou
39. lean condition WARNING Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of AN upholstered and non upholstered items on the Travel Scooter possibly resulting in skin J N irritation Exercise caution when using your Travel Scooter in extremely hot or cold conditions orwhen exposing your Travel Scooter to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time FREEWHEEL MODE Your Travel Scooter is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that when pushed forward allows the Travel Scooter to be pushed For more information about how to place your Travel Scooter into and out of freewheel mode see III Your Travel Scooter WARNING When your Travel Scooter is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged W Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface NS Ensure the key is removed from the key switch B Stand beside the Travel Scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never sit on a Travel Scooter to do this W After you have finished pushing your Travel Scooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes An added feature built into the Travel Scooter is push too fast protection which safeguards the Travel Scooter against gaining excessive speed while in freewheel mode Push too fast operates differently depending on which of two conditions exists Ifthe key is switched off while in freewheel mode the Travel Scooter s controller activates regenerative brakin
40. medical conditions where the Travel Scooter user will need to practice operating the Travel 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 Travel Scooter user in various daily living activities As you begin using your Travel Scooter during daily activities you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneouver through doorways on and off lifts up and down ramps and over moderate terrain Below are some precautions tips and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to oper ating the Travel Scooter safely MODIFICATIONS Pride has designed and engineered your Travel Scooter to provide maximum mobility and utility However under no circumstances should you modify add remove or disable any feature part or function of your Travel Scooter IN WARNING Do not modify your Travel Scooter in any way not authorised by Pride Do not Y use accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride Products REMOVABLE PARTS N WARNING Do not attempt to lift or move your Travel Scooter by any of its removable parts including the armrests seat or shroud 2 PRE RIDE SAFETY CHECK Get to know the feel of your Travel Scooter and its capabilities Pride recommends that you perform a safety check
41. mp keep the Travel Scooter s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a safely controlled descent M Avoid sudden stops and starts Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 9 ll SAFETY When climbing an incline try to keep your Travel Scooter moving If you must stop start up again slowly and then accelerate cautiously When driving down an incline do so by setting the speed adjustment dial to the slowest setting and driving in the forward direction only If your Travel Scooter starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired allow 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 Travel Scooter straight up the incline This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip ora fall Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline IN N WARNING Do not drive your Travel Scooter across the side of an incline or 4 diagonally up or down an incline do not stop if possible while driving up or down an incline WARNING You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline i e areas covered with snow ice cut grass or wet leaves WARNING When on any sort of an incline or decline never place the Travel CS Q Scooter in freewheel mode while seated on it
42. n any way WS that is not authorised by Pride ND Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembly is an electromechanical unit that converts electrical energy from your Travel Scooter s batteries into the controlled mechanical energy that drives the Travel Scooter s wheels Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 19 Ill YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER BATTERY PACK Your Travel Scooter is equipped with an innovative easy to remove battery pack A handle on the top of the battery pack makes it easy to lift the pack off of the Travel Scooter with one hand The battery pack contains two batteries 12 AH or optional 17 AH the charger power lead receptacle the main circuit breaker reset button and the battery pack fuse See figure 7 BATTERY PACK HANDLE BATTERY PACK BATTERY PACK FUSE MEM CHARGER POWER ANE YT GX 4 MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER LEAD RECEPTACLE WY RESET BUTTON Figure 7 Battery Pack Charger Power Lead Receptacle The 3 pin end of the charger power lead plugs into this receptacle Main Circuit Breaker Reset Button When the voltage in your Travel Scooter s batteries becomes low or the Travel Scooter is heavily strained because of excessive loads or steep inclines the main circuit breaker may trip to protect the motor and electronics from damage B The main circuit breaker reset button pops out when the breaker trips B When the breaker trips the entire electrical system of your Travel Scooter s
43. or standing next to it WARNING Even though your Travel Scooter is capable of climbing slopes greater IN than those illustrated in figure 1 do not under any circumstances exceed the y N incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual Doing so lt could cause instability your Travel Scooter Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all countries and therefore do not necessarily share the same standard percent of slope Other inclines may be natural or if man made not designed specifically for Travel Scooters Figure 1 illustrates your Travel Scooter s stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions These tests were conducted with the Travel Scooter s seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on the seat base to its farthest rearward position Use this information as a guideline Your Travel Scooter s ability to travel up inclines is affected by your weight your Travel Scooter s speed your angle of approach to the incline and your Travel Scooter setup 124 73 kg 14 196 89 Figure 1 Maximum Recommended Incline Angle WARNING Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeperthan what is shown in figure N 1 may put your Travel Scooter in an unstable position WARNING Never carry an oxygen tank weighing more than 6 kg Never fill the front or rear basket with contents exceeding 6 kg 10 w
44. potentiometer fault Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for 7 or speed potentiometer fault assistance E H H NH EH NH The Travel Vehicle s motor is Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for 8 disconnected assistance Possible controller trip You may be EH H EH NH attempting to install the battery pack while Su Pom rave A forsa minimum ae of several minutes to allow the controller to cool 9 the key is inserted or the motor controller Or try reinserting the key into the key switch may be in overheat protective mode What if all the systems on my Travel Scooter seem to be dead Make certain that the key is in the position Check that the batteries are fully charged Push in the main circuit breaker reset button See Your Travel Scooter Make certain that the battery pack is seated properly Be sure the power down timer feature has not been activated See V Operation Check the tiller console fuse located under the battery pack To check a fuse 1 Remove the fuse by pulling it out of its slot 2 Examine the fuse to be sure it is blown See figures 25 and 26 N 3 Insert a new fuse of the proper rating WARNING The replacement fuse IN must exactly match the rating of N the old fuse Failure to use properly rated fuses may cause Figure 25 Working Fuse Figure 26 Blown Fuse Replace damage to the electrical system
45. r phones mobile two way radios such as walkie talkies radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters wireless computer links microwave signals paging transmitters and medium range mobile transceivers used by emergency vehicles In some cases these waves can cause unintended movement or damage to the control system Every electrically powered mobility vehicle has an immunity or resistance to EMI The higher the immunity level the greater the protection against EMI This product has been tested and has passed at an immunity level of 20 V M WARNING Be aware that cell phones two way radios laptops and other types of radio transmitters may cause unintended movement of your electrically powered mobility vehicle due to EMI Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid coming into close proximity of radio and TV stations WARNING The addition of accessories or components to the electrically powered mobility IK vehicle can increase the susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI Do not modify your Travel N Scooter in any way not authorised by Pride WARNING The electrically powered mobility vehicle itself can disturb the performance of other electrical devices located nearby such as alarm systems NOTE If unintended motion or brake release occurs turn the Travel Scooter off as soon as it is safe to do so Contact your authorised Pride Provider to report the incident Elit
46. ry clean your product with an approved disinfectant Make sure the disinfectant is safe for use on your product before application agent before applying it to your product Failure to comply may result in skin irritation or WARNING Follow all safety instructions for the proper use ofthe disinfectant and or cleaning K premature deterioration of upholstery and or Travel Scooter finishes Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 35 IX CARE AND MAINTENANCE BATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Make certain that the terminal connections remain tight and are not corroded WIRING HARNESSES 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 Travel Scooter again PROHIBITED Even though the Travel Scooter has passed the necessary testing requirements for ingress of liquids you should keep electrical connections away from sources of dampness including direct exposure to water or bodily fluids and incontinence Check electrical components frequently for signs of corrosion and replace as necessary ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS The shroud pieces are formed from durable ABS plastic and are coated with an advanced formula urethane paint A light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss AXLE BEA
47. t be connected to positive battery terminals posts BLACK cables must be connected to negative battery terminals posts REPLACE cables immediately if damaged Protective caps must be installed over all battery terminals NOTE If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and contact your local disposal agency or authorised Pride Provider for instructions on disposal and bat tery recycling which is our recommended course of action 14 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your Travel Scooter while traveling in a motor vehicle The Travel Scooter should be stowed in the boot of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and properly secured WARNING Although your Travel Scooter may be equipped with a positioning belt this belt is not designed to provide restraint during motor vehicle transport Anyone travelling ina motor vehicle should be properly secured in the motor vehicle seat with safety belts fastened securely 7 y WARNING Do not sit on your Travel Scooter while it is in a moving vehicle WARNING Always be sure your Travel Scooter and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps should be installed on the battery terminals Batteries should not be transported with any
48. t the side of your Travel Scooter Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you Make certain that the seat 1s fixed securely in position Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward Make certain that the seat 1s fixed securely in position Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard 9o Lo En ex PRE RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS Is the seat at the proper height See VI Comfort Adjustments Is the seat fixed securely in place Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place See VI Comfort Adjustments Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the position Does the Travel Scooter s horn work properly Is your proposed path clear of people pets and obstacles Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible OPERATING YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER WARNING The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your Travel Scooter resulting in loss of control tipping and or personal injury N W Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet AN W Carrying passengers including pets Hanging any article from the tiller W Towing or being pushed by another motorised vehicle Such practices could cause loss of control and or tipping resulting in personal injury
49. thorised Pride Provider immediately Where damage has occurred during transport either to the packaging or content please contact the delivery company responsible INFORMATION EXCHANGE We want to hear your questions comments and suggestions about this manual We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Travel Scooter and about the service you received from your authorised Pride Provider Please notify us of any change of address so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety new products and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Travel Scooter Please feel free to contact us at the address below Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd 2 Healey Road Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia NOTE If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately 4 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the Travel Scooter to identify warnings mandatory actions and prohibited actions It is very important for you to read and understand them completely o A A Read and follow the information in the owner s manual Maximum seating weight Pinch Crush points created during assembly Corrosive chemicals contained in battery EMI RFI This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of
50. tteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged stored in extreme temperatures or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged causing unreliable performance and limited service life It is recommended that you charge the Travel Scooter batteries periodically throughout periods of prolonged storage to ensure proper performance You may wish to place several boards under the frame of your Travel Scooter to raise it off of the ground during periods of prolonged storage This takes the weight off the tyres and reduces the possibility of flat spots developing on the areas of the tyres contacting the ground DISPOSAL OF YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER Your Travel Scooter must be disposed of according to applicable local and national statutory regulations Contact your local waste disposal agency or your authorised Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of packag ing metal frame components plastic components electronics and batteries Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 37 X WARRANTY FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components including platform fork seat post and frame welds TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY All electronic parts including controllers and battery chargers have a two 2 year warranty Servicing to the controller or battery charger must be carried out by your authorised Pride Provider Any attempt to open or dismantle these items renders the guarantee void on that item ONE YEAR
51. ult to maneouver in lifts and building entrances Use caution when attempting to turn or maneouver your Travel Scooter in small spaces and avoid areas that might pose a problem LIFT ELEVATION PRODUCTS If you will be traveling with your Travel Scooter you may find it necessary to use a lift elevation product to aid in transportation Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions specifications and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift elevation product before using that product WARNING Never sit on your Travel Scooter when it is being used in connection QN with any type of lift elevation product Your Travel Scooter was not designed l with such use in mind and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the responsibility of Pride BATTERIES In addition to following the warnings below be sure to comply with all other battery handling information MANDATORY Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash Lead hands after handling WARNING Scooter batteries are heavy See specifications table If you are unable to lift that much weight be sure to get help Use proper lifting techniques and avoid lifting beyond your capacity I WARNING Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen PAIN battery WARNING Connect the battery harnesses in the proper manner RED cables mus
52. unter resistance when removing the seat disengage the seat rotation lever and swivel the seat back and forth while lifting up on the seat 3 Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter LOCKED UNLOCKED POSITION POSITION Figure 22 Tiller Lock knob Locked Figure 23 Tiller Lock Knob Unlocked Frame Separation 1 Lower the tiller and tighten the tiller adjustment knob 2 Liftup on the frame release lever until the frame hooks are no longer resting on the lower frame tube 3 Slowly separate the two sections of the Travel Scooter See figure 24 Elite Traveller www pridemobility com 31 VII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 1 Usethe frame release lever to lift the front section as you align the frame hooks of the front section with the lower frame tube of the rear section See figure 24 2 Oncethe frame hooks are over the lower frame tube lower the front section completely This will engage the frame lock up Raise the tiller and fully tighten the tiller adjustment knob Reinstall the battery pack Reinstall the seat and rotate it into place Unlock the front wheel by turning the tiller lock knob 90 anticlockwise See figure 23 WARNING After assembly make absolutely certain the tillerlock knob is in the unlocked N position before riding your Travel Scooter FRAME HOOK LOWER FRAME TUBE Figure 24 Frame Release Lever 32 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller VIII B
53. ww pridemobility com Elite Traveller ll SAFETY When you approach an incline it is best to lean forward See figures 2 and 2A This shifts the centre of gravity of you and your Travel Scooter toward the front of the Travel Scooter for improved stability NOTE When negotiating ramps if the throttle control lever is released while moving forward the powered Travel Scooter may rollback approximately 30 5 cm before the brake engages If the throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse the powered Travel Scooter may rollback approxi mately one metre before the brake engages Figure 2 Normal Driving Position Figure 2A Increased Stability Driving Position CORNERING INFORMATION Excessively high cornering speeds can create the possibility of tipping Factors which affect the possibility of tipping include but are not limited to cornering speed steering angle how sharply you are turning uneven road surfaces inclined road surfaces riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area especially at high speed while turning and abrupt directional changes High cornering speeds are not recommended If you feel that you may tip over in a corner reduce your speed and steering angle 1 lessen the sharpness of the turn to prevent your Travel Scooter from tipping WARNING When cornering sharply reduce your speed and maintain a stable centre
54. y charger WARNING Inspect the battery charger wiring and connectors for damage before each use Contact your authorised Pride Provider if damage is found WARNING Ensure that both ends of the charger power lead are clean and dry before plugging the charger power lead into the charger power lead receptacle or the electrical outlet WARNING not attempt to open the battery charger case If the battery charger does not appear to be working correctly contact your authorised Pride Provider WARNING If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots then do not attempt to insert objects through these slots 22 www pridemobility com Elite Traveller IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING WARNING If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference R in environmental conditions before use indoors Refer to the manual supplied with the de N battery charger for more information Kad Follow these easy steps to charge your batteries safely 1 Position your Travel Scooter or battery pack close to a standard electrical outlet See figure 15 2 Removethe key from the key switch 3 Make certain that the manual freewheel lever is in the drive rearward position 4 Plug the charger power lead into the charger
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