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I V .   B A T T E R I E S   A N D   C H A R G I N G

Why do my new batteries seem weak?

Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cad-
mium batteries (nicads), and other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed
to provide power, drain down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge.

We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your scooter’s specific
electrical demands. Fresh batteries are shipped fully charged to our customers. During shipping, the bat-
teries may encounter temperature extremes that can influence their initial performance. Heat diminishes
the charge on the battery; cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the
battery.

It may take a few days for the temperature of your scooter’s batteries to 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 scooter’s new batteries for maximum efficiency and
service life

:

1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This charging cycle brings the battery up to about

88% of its peak performance level.

2. Operate your new scooter in familiar and safe areas. Drive slowly at first, and do not travel too far from

your home or familiar surroundings until you have become accustomed to your scooter’s controls and
have properly broken in your scooter’s batteries.

3. Fully recharge the batteries. They should be at over 90% of their peak performance level.
4. Operate your scooter again.
5. 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.

What about public transportation?

If you intend to use public transportation with your scooter, you must contact the transportation provider
in advance to determine their specific requirements.

Summary of Contents for Pursuit

Page 1: ...PURSUIT ...

Page 2: ...r and must perform all of the procedures in this manual 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 designated procedures can cause either personal injury component da...

Page 3: ...I INTRODUCTION 4 II SAFETY 5 III YOUR SCOOTER 19 IV BATTERIES AND CHARGING 24 V OPERATION 29 VI COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 31 VII DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 33 VIII BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 35 IX CARE AND MAINTENANCE 37 X WARRANTY 40 APPENDIX I SPECIFICATIONS 42 ...

Page 4: ...e 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 packa...

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 been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V m Explosive conditions exist Read and follow the information in the owner s manual Maximum seating weight ...

Page 6: ...n drive mode Unlocked and in freewheel mode Do not remove anti tip wheels Wear safety goggles Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions Do not use a cell phone walkie talkie laptop or other radio transmitter while operating Avoid exposure to rain snow ice salt or standing water whenever possible Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition ...

Page 7: ...her metal objects away from battery terminals Contact with tools can cause electrical shock Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the scooter while the batteries are charging 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 Do not place the scooter in freewheel mode when on an incline or decline Kee...

Page 8: ... Pursuit I I S A F E T Y Battery charger for indoor use only Disposal and recycling Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging Contains Lead ...

Page 9: ...rained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in assisting a scooter user in various daily living activities As you begin using your scooter during daily activities you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways on and of...

Page 10: ...nflate them resulting in a burst tire WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity Refer to the specifications table for information Keep in mind that the maximum weight capacity includes the combined weight of the user and any acces sories mounted to the scooter MANDATORY Stay within the specified weight capacity for your scooter Exceeding the weight capacity voids your ...

Page 11: ...eas covered 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 guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual Doing so could cause instability in your scooter Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all coun...

Page 12: ...peed 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 angl...

Page 13: ...te your scooter on public streets and roadways Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your scooter Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules Wait until your path is clear of traffic and then proceed with extreme caution STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS CURBS ETC WARNING Do not drive near raised surfaces unprotected ledges and or drop offs curbs porches stairs etc W...

Page 14: ...vel surface Ensure the key is removed from the key switch Stand to the side of the scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode Never sit on a scooter to do this After you have finished pushing your scooter always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes An added feature built into the scooter is push too fast protection which safeguards the scooter against gaining excessive speed while in ...

Page 15: ... set forth by the manufacturer WARNING Always turn off the power to the scooter when you are being transferred via an elevation product Failure to do so may result in accidental throttle control lever con tact resulting in unintended movement and personal injury or product damage BATTERIES In addition to following the warnings below be sure to comply with all other battery handling information MAN...

Page 16: ...key 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 scooter easier WARNING Position yourself as far back as possible in the scooter seat to prevent the scooter from tipping WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the scooter armrests and do not u...

Page 17: ... if 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 sense when operating his her scooter This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol or while smoking WARNING Do not operate your scooter while you are under the influ...

Page 18: ...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...

Page 19: ... 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 it clockwise to power up turn on your scooter Turn the key counterclockwise to power down turn off your scooter WARNING If the key is turned to the off position while your scooter is in motion the electronic brak...

Page 20: ...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 reverse speed of your scooter up to the maxi mum speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial To Move Forward use either of the following Use your left thumb to push the left side of the throttle cont...

Page 21: ...the tiller See figure 5 Electrical System Fuses Your scooter is equipped with a series of electrical system fuses which help protect the off board charg ing system key switch and lighting system from receiving an overload of electrical current These fuses are the same type used in automobiles and are located in a compartment on the tiller See figure 6 NOTE Keep all electrical areas clean and free ...

Page 22: ...odify your scooter in any way that is not authorized by Pride Motor Transaxle Assembly The motor transaxle assembly is an electromechanical unit that converts electrical energy from your scooter s batteries into the controlled mechanical energy that drives the scooter s wheels Manual Freewheel Lever Whenever you need or want to push your scooter for short distances you can put it in freewheel mode...

Page 23: ...tton to reset the breaker If the breaker trips frequently you may need to charge the batteries more often or have your authorized Pride Provider perform a load test on the batteries If the main circuit breaker trips repeatedly see your authorized Pride Provider for service SECURING THE SCOOTER Always secure the scooter in a forward facing position in the vehicle Attach the four tie down straps to ...

Page 24: ...vised children to play near the scooter while the batteries are charging Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the 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 batter ies Keep the scooter and batte...

Page 25: ...s 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 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 T...

Page 26: ...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 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 ...

Page 27: ... 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 the bolt 5 Remove the old batteries from the battery wells NOTE If spacers are installed to secure the batteries make sure they are reinstalled correctly when placing new batteries into the battery we...

Page 28: ...ng cycles partial draining followed by full recharging to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep cycle battery s peak performance and long life Follow these steps to properly break in your scooter s new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life 1 Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88 of its...

Page 29: ...lace See 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 you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible OPERATING YOUR SCOOTER WARNING The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your s...

Page 30: ...the seat is fixed securely in position 5 Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the 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 down timer feature designed to preserve your scooter s battery life If you mistakenly leave the key in...

Page 31: ...der 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 ing forward 2 Adjust the mirror left right up or down until you have a good line of sight behind you SEATBACK ADJUSTMENT WARNING Do not operate your scooter with the seatback in a reclined position WA...

Page 32: ...ft side of the seat outward See figure 17 2 While holding the lever out slide the seat for ward or backward 3 Release the seat sliding lever once the seat is in the desired position SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The seat can be repositioned to several different heights See figure 18 1 Remove the seat and or shroud from your scooter See VII Disassembly and Assembly 2 Remove the seat height adjustment bolt...

Page 33: ...bling 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 forth while lifting up on the seat 2 Gently pull the battery shroud up and off of the scooter 3 Disconnect the battery tie down strap 4 Disconnect the front to rear cable 5 Unplug both battery harness...

Page 34: ...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 the lower frame tube of the rear section See figure 21 3 Once the frame hooks are over the lower frame tube lower the front section com pletely This will engage the frame lock 4 Raise the tiller 5 Conn...

Page 35: ...ee III Your Scooter Make certain that both battery 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 FAULT CODE CONDITION SOLUTION 1 Battery charge is low Charge batteries as soon as possible 2 Battery charge is too low Charge batteries 3 The scooter s battery voltage is too high...

Page 36: ... both of your scooter s batteries load tested by your authorized 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 See IV Batteries and Charging or Appendix I Specifications for information about your scooter s battery type What if the battery condition meter dips way dow...

Page 37: ... for signs of wear WHEEL REPLACEMENT If your scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires and you have a flat tire you can have the tube replaced If your scooter is equipped with a solid tire insert either the solid insert or the entire wheel must be replaced depending on the model Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information regarding replacement wheels for your scooter WARNING Wheels on yo...

Page 38: ...ARNESSES Regularly check all wiring connections Regularly check all wiring insulation including the charger power cord for wear or damage Have your authorized Pride Provider repair or replace any damaged connector connection or insula tion that you find before using your scooter again PROHIBITED Even though the scooter has passed the necessary testing requirements for ingress of liquids you should...

Page 39: ...where it will be exposed to temperature extremes WARNING Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a fro zen battery Charging a frozen battery can result in damage to the battery 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 a...

Page 40: ... an increase in the operational noise level in the transaxle the warranty does not apply An increase in operational noise level usually occurs due to abusive and excessive strain on the scooter ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one 1 year from the date of purchase Pride will repair or replace at our option to the original pur chaser free of charge any of the following parts found upon examination by a...

Page 41: ...extended period of time or worn out through heavy use is not covered SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service must be performed by an authorized Pride Provider Do not return faulty parts to Pride without prior written authorization All transportation costs and shipping damage incurred while submit ting parts for repair or replacement are the responsibility of the purchaser Please conta...

Page 42: ...ons subject to change without notice Model Number SC713 Obstacle Climbing Ability 2 in 5 cm Overall Length2 53 25 in 135 25 cm Overall Width2 25 25 in 64 13 cm Total Weight Without Batteries 2 5 225 lbs 102 05 kg Heaviest Piece When Disassembled Front section 95 lbs 43 09 kg Turning Radius2 Left 67 75 in 172 cm Right 66 75 in 169 5cm Speed Maximum 1 8 mph 12 87 km h Range Per Charge1 4 Up to 14 mi...

Page 43: ... E N D I X I S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Figure 26 Dimensions 53 25 in 135 25 cm 66 75 in 169 5 cm Turning Radius 67 75 in 172 cm Turning Radius 17 in 136 cm 3 56 in 9 cm 42 in 106 5 cm 18 5 in 47 cm 18 in 45 cm 18 in 45 cm 25 25 in 64 13cm ...

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