Pride Mobility Traveller Plus, Traveller Plus HD User Manual

ELITE TRAVELLER PL US

Including Models: Elite Traveller Plus and Elite Traveller Plus HD

SAFETY GUIDELINES

An authorized Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this scooter 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 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. T hese actions should not be performed at any time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause per sonal injury and/or equipment dama ge. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red slash.

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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.

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CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 4

II. SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 5

III. YOUR TRA VEL SCOOTER................................................................................................... 17

IV. BA TTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 21

V. OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 26

VI . COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 28

VII. DISASSEMBL Y AND ASSEMBLY..................................................................................... 30

VIII.BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................. 32

IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE................................................................................................ 34

X. WARRANTY................................................................................................................................36

APPENDIX I - SPECIFICA TIONS ............................................................................................... 38

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I. INTRODUCTION

SAFETY

WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The product you have purchased combines state-of the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. W e are confident the design 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 authorized 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 Travel Scooter , make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery , please contact your authorized Pride Provider immediately. Where damage has occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact the delivery company responsible.

INFORMATION EXCHANGE

W e want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. W e would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new T ravel Scooter, 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 Travel Scooter . Please feel free to contact us at the address below:

USA: Canada:

Pride Mobility Products Corporation Pride Mobility Products Company Attn.: Customer Care Department 380 V ansickle Road Unit 350 182 Susquehanna A venue St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7 Exeter, PA 18643-2694 1-888-570-1113 customercare@pridemobility .com 1-800-424-8205

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.

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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 .

Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.

Pinch/Crush points created during assembly.

EMI-RFI- This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.

Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.

Maximum weight capacity .

Unlocked and in freewheel mode.

Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.

Locked and in drive mode.

Fully charge batteries before operating.

Remov e key from an unattended Trav el Scooter.

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Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.

Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.

Do not remove anti-tip wheels.

Avoid exposure to rain, snow , ice, salt, or standing wa ter 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 cord to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.

Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in the drive tires.

Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging.

Wear safety goggles.

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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.

Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it.

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.

Explosive conditions exist!

Disposal and recycling—Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging.

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GENERAL

MANDA TOR Y! Do not operate your new Trav el Scooter for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual.

Y our T ravel 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 (i.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 authorized Pride Provider in the instruction process for the use of the product.

There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the Travel Scooter user will need to practice operating the Travel Scooter in the presence of a 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 maneuver through doorways, on and off elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.

Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to operating 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 .

WARNING! Do not modify your Travel Scooter in any way not authorized by Pride. Do not use accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride Products.

REMOVABLE PARTS

WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your Travel Scooter by any of its removable parts, including the armrests, seat, or shroud.

PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK

Get to know the feel of your Travel Scooter and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your T ravel Scooter operates smoothly and safely.

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Perform the following inspections prior to using your T ravel Scooter:

! Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on

each tire 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 authorized Pride Provider for assistance.

TIRE INFLATION

If your Travel Scooter is equipped with pneumatic tires, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least once a week. Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tires and help ensure the smooth operation of your Travel Scooter .

WARNING! It is critically important that the psi/bar/kPa air pressure indicated on each tire be maintained in pneumatic tires at all times. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tires. Low pressure may result in loss of control, and overinflated tires may burst. Failure to maintain the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on pneumatic tires at all times may result in tire and/or wheel failure.

WARNING! Inflate your Trav el Scooter tires from a regulated air source with an available pressure gauge. Inflating your tires from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting in a burst tire.

NOTE: If the tires on your Travel Scooter list the psi rating 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

Y our T ravel Scooter is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Refer to the specifications table for information.

MANDA TOR Y! Stay within the specified weight capacity of your Travel Scooter . Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty . Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/ or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limita tions.

WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your Travel Scooter. Carrying passengers on your Travel Scooter may affect the center of gravity , resulting in a tip or a fall.

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.

! Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline. ! T ake wide swings 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.

! When driving down a ramp, keep the Travel Scooter’ s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to

ensure a safely controlled descent.

! A void sudden stops and starts.

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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 engage the throttle control lever slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.

WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the T ravel Scooter in freewheel mode, especially while seated on it or standing next to it.

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 or a fall. Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.

WARNING! Do not drive your T ravel Scooter across the side of an incline or diagonally up or down an incline; do not stop, if possible, while driving up or down an incline.

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! Even though your T ravel 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 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. Y our Travel Scooter’s ability to travel up inclines is affected by your weight, your T ravel Scooter’s speed, your angle of approach to the incline and your Travel Scooter setup.

3oo lbs.

(136 kg)

8° (14.1%)

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Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Incline Angle

325 lbs.

(147.42 kg)

8° (14.1%)

WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than what is shown in figure 1 may put your Trav el Scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip .

WARNING! Never carry an oxygen tank weighing more than 15 lbs. (6.8 kg). Never fill the front or rear basket with contents exceeding 15 lbs. (6.8 kg).

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When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 2A. This shifts the center 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 1 foot (30.5 cm) before the brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse, the powered Travel Scooter may "rollback" approximately 3 feet (1 meter) 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 (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your Tr avel Scooter from tipping.

WARNING! gravity. When using your Travel Scooter at higher speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. Always exercise common sense when cornering.

When cor nering sharpl y, reduce your speed and maintain a stable center of

BRAKING INFORMATION

Y our T ravel Scooter is equipped with these powerful brake systems: ! Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center/

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.

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OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES

Y our T ravel Scooter is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions—dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. 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 T ravel Scooter safely on lawns and in park areas.

! Reduce your Travel Scooter’ s speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces. ! A void tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear. ! A void loosely packed gravel and sand. ! If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.

PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS

WARNING! Y ou should not operate your T ravel Scooter on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your Travel 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.).

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Travel Scooter climb or descend an obstac le that is inordinately high.

WARNING! Do not attempt to have y our Trav el Scooter proceed backward down any step, curb, or other obstacle. This may cause the Travel Scooter to tip.

WARNING! Be sure your Travel Scooter is trav eling perpendicular to any curb you may be required to ascend or descend. See figures 3 and 4.

WARNING! Do not attempt to negotiate a curb that has a height greater than 2 in. (5 cm).

Figure 3. Correct Curb Approach Figure 4. Incorrect Curb Approach

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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 .

PROHIBITED! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions, and on icy slipper y surfaces can have an adverse affect on the electrical system. Maintain and store your Travel Scooter in a dry and clean condition.

WARNING! Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of upholstered and non-upholstered items on the Travel Scooter, possibly resulting in skin irritation. Exercise caution when using your Travel Scooter in extremely hot or cold conditions or when exposing your Trav el Scooter to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

FREEWHEEL MODE

Y our T ravel Scooter is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that, when pushed forward, allows the T ravel Scooter to be pushed. For more information about how to place your Travel Scooter into and out of freewheel mode, see III. “Y our T ravel Scooter.”

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. ! Stand to the side of the T ravel Scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode. Never

sit on a Travel Scooter to do this. ! After you have finished pushing your T ravel 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 T ravel Scooter against gaining excessive speed while in freewheel mode.

“Push-too-fast” operates differently depending on which of two conditions exists: ! If the key is switched “off” while in freewheel mode, the T ravel Scooter’s controller activates regenerative

braking 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.

! If the key is switched “on” while in freewheel mode, you will encounter considerable resistance at any

speed. This prevents the T ravel Scooter from gaining unwanted momentum should the manual freewheel lever inadvertently 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 an elevator .

WARNING! Do not use your Trav el Scooter to negotiate steps or escalators.

DOORS

! Determine if the door opens toward or away from you. ! Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push-bar. ! 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.

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