SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING! An authorized Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial
setup of this lift and must perform all of the instructions in this manual.
The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the product 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 damage, or
malfunction. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow
triangle with a 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 equipment damage. 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 is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any
changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this
manual and the product you have purchased. The latest/current version of this manual is available on
our website.
NOTE: This product is compliant with WEEE, RoHS, and REACH directives and requirements.
NOTE: The Commander 400 and its components are not made with natrual rubber latex. Consult with
the manufacturer regarding any after-market accessories.
Copyright © 2013
Pride Mobility Products Corp.
INFMANU4414/Rev B/June 2013
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................5
III. INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................................8
IV. OPERATION ...............................................................................................................................12
V. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................14
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..............................................................................................16
VII. WARRANTY ..............................................................................................................................17
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I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products. Congratulations on the purchase of your new lift system. The lift
system design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, attractive styling.
We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation will add convenience to your daily living
and ensure complete satisfaction.
At Pride, your safety is important to us. Please read and follow all instructions in this manual before
operating your lift system for the first time. These instructions were produced for your benefit. Your
understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new lift system.
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a lift system.
Pride is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person
and/or user to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations contained in other lift system related literature issued by Pride or contained on
the lift system itself.
INTERNET AND PRIVATE PURCHASES
If you purchased your product over the Internet or from a previous owner and you have any questions
about the safe use and/or maintenance of the product, please visit the Pride web page at www.pridemo-
bility.com or contact your authorized Pride Provider.
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 lift, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually
packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery, please contact your 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 lift system, and about the service you received from your
authorized 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 lift system.
Please feel free to contact us at the address below:
USA: Canada:
Pride Mobility Products Corporation Pride Mobility Products Company
182 Susquehanna Ave. 380 Vansickle Road
Exeter, PA 18643-2694 St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you
a new one immediately.
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II. SAFETY
PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbols below are used on the lift system to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited
actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum lifting capacity.
Do not sit on mobility product while operating the lift system or during
transport.
Pinch/Crush points created during assembly and/or operation. Keep hands/
fingers away from moving components during operation.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wear goggle and gloves when handling batteries and wash
hands after handling.
Do not extend the lifting strap past the warning label located on it.
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II. SAFETY
Disposal and recycling—Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on
proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging.
Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. Contact with
tools can cause electrical shock.
Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the lift while the batteries are
charging.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.
Explosive conditions exist!
Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive
conditions.
Manual Override
Caution! Moving parts!
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