Pride Mobility COLT XL8, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...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 Fai...

Page 3: ...INTRODUCTION 4 II SAFETY 5 III YOUR SCOOTER 20 IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING 25 V OPERATION 30 VI COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 32 VII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 34 VIII BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 36 IX CARE AND MAINTENA...

Page 4: ...ou 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...

Page 5: ...d prohibited actions It is very important for you to read and understand them completely Pinch Crush points created during assembly Corrosive chemicals contained in battery EMI RFI This product has be...

Page 6: ...ve mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode Locked and in drive mode Unlocked and in freewheel mode Do not remove anti tip wheels Wear safety goggles Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries t...

Page 7: ...onged 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 Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery t...

Page 8: ...y Disposal and recycling Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging Contains Lead Keep your hands away from the tyres...

Page 9: ...ed attendant can be defined as a family member or health care professional specially trained in assisting a scooter user in various daily living activities As you begin using your scooter during daily...

Page 10: ...Inflating your tyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate them resulting in a burst tyre WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity Refer to the specifications...

Page 11: ...overed with snow ice cut grass or wet leaves WARNING Even though your scooter is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure 1 do not under any circumstances exceed the incline...

Page 12: ...ning 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 turni...

Page 13: ...not breathing imme diately begin rescue breathing If breathing is difficult 100 humidified oxygen should be adminis tered by a qualified individual See medical attention immediately and keep the affe...

Page 14: ...r INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS Exposure of your scooter to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible If sud denly caught up in rain snow severe cold or heat while operating you...

Page 15: ...cting as a speed governor If the key is switched on while in freewheel mode you will encounter considerable resistance at any speed This prevents the scooter from gaining unwanted momentum should the...

Page 16: ...g 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 whe...

Page 17: ...ey from the key switch Ensure that your scooter is not in freewheel mode See III Your Scooter Make certain that the seat is secured into place Pivot the armrests up to make getting onto and off of the...

Page 18: ...f you have certain physical limitations Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your scooter in a safe manner ALCOHOL SMOKING The scooter user must exercise care and common...

Page 19: ...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 unintend...

Page 20: ...ur scooter s top speed The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting Key Switch Insert the key into the key switch and turn...

Page 21: ...rd lights switch forward to turn on the flashers Toggle the hazard lights switch rearward to turn off the flashers Throttle Control Lever This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the rev...

Page 22: ...an emergency brake and or parking brake only Off board Charger Port The off board charger power lead plugs into this port during battery charging The off board charger port will be located on the til...

Page 23: ...wheels or modify your scooter in any way that is not authorised by Pride Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembly is an electromechanical unit that converts electrical energy from your s...

Page 24: ...et the breaker If the breaker trips frequently you may need to charge the batteries more often or have your authorised Pride Dealer perform a load test on the batteries If the main circuit breaker tri...

Page 25: ...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 w...

Page 26: ...es are charging FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How does the charger work When your scooter s battery voltage is low the charger works harder sending more electrical current to the batteries to bring up th...

Page 27: ...rged whenever possible Protect your scooter and batteries from extreme heat or cold Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged infrequently charged stored in extreme tem peratures or stored wi...

Page 28: ...3 Disconnect the battery harnesses by pulling them straight up See figure 12 4 Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals by sliding back the terminal boots and unscrewing the nut from t...

Page 29: ...g 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 proper...

Page 30: ...e VI Comfort Adjustments Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the on position Does the horn work properly Is your proposed path clear of people pets and obstacles Have...

Page 31: ...e side of your scooter 6 You can leave the seat facing to the side to facilitate boarding your scooter next time POWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE Your scooter is equipped with an energy saving automatic power...

Page 32: ...r into the opening and rotate it clockwise until snug 3 If necessary rotate the nut clockwise to secure the mirror in place To adjust the mirror 1 Position yourself in a seated driving position fac in...

Page 33: ...ated at the lower left side of the seat outward See figure 17 2 While holding the lever out slide the seat for ward or rearward 3 Release the seat sliding lever once the seat is in the desired positio...

Page 34: ...ng your scooter 1 Remove the seat by lifting it straight up and off of the scooter If you encounter resistance when removing the seat disengage the seat rotation lever and swivel the seat back and for...

Page 35: ...2 ASSEMBLY 1 Position the front and rear sections of your scooter as shown in figure 22 2 Use the frame release lever to lift the front section as you align the frame hooks of the front section with t...

Page 36: ...harnesses and the front to rear harness are firmly connected See VII Disassembly and Assembly Be sure the power down timer feature has not been activated See V Operation FLASH CODE CONDITION SOLUTION...

Page 37: ...e both of your scooter s batteries load tested by your authorised Pride Dealer You may also perform the load test yourself Battery load testers are available at most automotive parts stores Follow the...

Page 38: ...with pneumatic tyres and you have a flat tyre you can have the tube replaced If your scooter is equipped with a solid tyre insert either the solid insert or the entire wheel must be replaced dependin...

Page 39: ...HARNESSES Regularly check all wiring connections Regularly check all wiring insulation including the charger power lead for wear or damage Have your authorised Pride Dealer repair or replace any dama...

Page 40: ...or an extended period of time it is best to 1 Fully charge its batteries prior to storage 2 Disconnect the batteries from the scooter 3 Store your scooter in a warm dry environment 4 Avoid storing you...

Page 41: ...th warranty from the original manufacturer NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY The following are classed as wear items which may under normal wear and tear require replacing These items are not therefore cover...

Page 42: ...cable ANSI RESNA testing requirements and ISO 7176 series EN12184 standards All specifications subject to change without notice Model Number SC713 Obstacle Climbing Ability 5 cm 2 in Overall Length2 1...

Page 43: ...emobility com 136 cm 53 54 in 170 cm 67 in Turning Radius 43 cm 17 in 9 69 cm 3 81 in 106 5 cm 42 in 47 cm 18 5 in 45 cm 18 in 45 cm 18 in 63 65 cm 25 in A P P E N D I X I S P E C I F I C A T I O N S...

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