Pride Mobility Victory Economy Owner's Manual
Owner’s Manual
ATTENTION:
Read everything
in this manual
before operating
your Scooter
The Ultimate In Style & Performance
®
21 Healey Road
Dandenong, 3175
Victoria, Australia ACN # 088 609 661
www.pridemobility.com
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Please read and follow all instructions in this owners manual before attempting to operate your Scooter for the first
time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for set-up,
contact your local authorized Pride provider.
Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and instructions
in this owners manual. Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your own good judgement and/or
common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver, and/or healthcare professional. Pride is not responsible
for injuries and/or damage resulting from any persons failure to follow the warnings, cautions, and instructions in
this owners manual. Pride is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any persons failure to
exercise good judgement and/or common sense.
The symbols below are used throughout this owners manual to identify warnings and cautions. It is very important
for you to read and understand them completely.
WARNING! Failure to heed the warnings in this owners manual may result in personal injury.
CAUTION! Failure to heed the cautions in this owners manual may result in damage to your
Scooter.
Copyright © 2002
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.
INFMANU 1563/REV E/OCTOBER 2002
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 9
IV. YOUR VICTORY ........................................................................................................................ 11
V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 16
VI. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 20
VII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 22
VIII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 24
IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................. 26
contents
X. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 27
XI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 28
XII. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................... 29
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I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Pride Scooter. Your Scooter 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 of the instructions in this manual before
you attempt to operate your Scooter 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 Pride Scooter.
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Pride Scooter. Pride
is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person and or/user to
following the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations contained in other Scooter related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Pride Scooter itself.
This owners 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.
If you experience any problems with your Scooter that you are unable to solve, or if you do not feel capable of safely
following any of the instructions and/or recommendations as contained in this manual, please contact your authorised
Pride provider for assistance.
Once you understand how to operate and take care of your Scooter, we are certain that it will give you years of troublefree service and enjoyment.
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 Pride Scooter and 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 Pride Scooter. Please feel free to write us
at the address below:
Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.
21 Healey Road
Dandenong, 3175
Victoria, Australia
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Victory
I. INTRODUCTION
Pride Owners Club
As a Pride product owner, you are invited to register your products warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club.
You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by visiting Prides web site at
www.pridemobility.com. As a registered member, each time you visit our site, you will have access to the most
interactive and honest educational venue available today for people with mobility needs, their families, and friends.
From our home page, click on the button that reads Owners Club to enter a page dedicated to current and
potential Pride product owners. You will gain access to interviews, stories, recreation ideas, daily living tips,
product and funding information, and interactive message boards. These message boards invite you to speak with
other Pride customers as well as Pride representatives who are available to assist you with any questions or
concerns you may have. You will receive a free gift simply for registering with the Pride Owners Club.
My Authorised Pride Provider Is:
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:________________________________________________________________________
Quick Reference Information:
Scooter Model:________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number:__________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or this owners manual, write to us and we will be
glad to send you a new one immediately.
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II. SAFETY
You must read this entire manual and understand all of the safety precautions before you attempt to operate your
new Victory for the first time.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
n Lock your seat into place and remove the key from the key switch before you get on or off of your Scooter.
n Lock the seat into position before you operate your Scooter.
n Do not operate your Scooter with the seat in the reclined position (if so equipped).
n Make certain that the tyres are properly inflated to 30 pounds per square inch (psi). Overinflating a tyre can
cause it to explode, resulting in personal injury or damage to your Scooter.
n Do not operate your Scooter if you are taking medication which may impair your ability to operate your Scooter
in a safe manner.
n Do not drive your 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.
n Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times while operating your Scooter. This
driving position gives you the most control over your vehicle.
n Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces or unprotected ledges or drop-offs (kerbs,
porches, stairs, etc.).
n Drive slowly through turns.
n Secure the batteries before loading your Scooter into another vehicle for transport.
n Disconnect the batteries if you are not going to operate your Scooter for more than 48 hours.
n Do not operate or store your Scooter where it may be exposed to inclement weather conditions such as rain,
snow, mist, and below-freezing temperatures (such as storage on an outside car/van lift). Attempting to operate
your Scooter in such conditions can damage the electronics and potentially result in loss of control.
n Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen battery. This damages the
battery and may cause personal injury. Attempting to charge a battery in freezing conditions does not prevent a
battery from freezing.
n Do not expose the electronics to any type of moisture at any time (rain, snow, mist, or wash). Such exposure
can damage the electronics. Never attempt to ride a Scooter that has been exposed to moisture until it has dried
thoroughly.
n Never sit on your Scooter when it is being used with any type of lift/elevation product. Your Scooter was not
designed with such use in mind, and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the responsibility of
Pride. It is our recommendation that you follow the manufacturer-supplied instructions and specifications if you
decide to use such a product in connection to your Scooter.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter in icy or slippery conditions or on salted surfaces (i.e.,
footpaths or roads). Such use may result in an accident, personal injury, or adversely affect the
performance and/or safety of your Scooter.
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter where you cannot safely and legally walk. Use extreme
caution when driving on busy streets, in parking lots, or in shopping malls. Always assume that you
cannot be seen by motor vehicle drivers.
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Victory
II. SAFETY
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol. Operating
powered vehicles while you are under the influence of alcohol impairs your ability to operate your
Scooter in a safe manner and may violate certain existing laws.
WARNING! Do not use your Scooter as a seat in a moving vehicle. Your Scooter is not designed to
be used as such and cannot protect you in the event of an automobile accident or an abrupt stop.
As you begin to use your Victory during your daily activities, you will encounter situations that, at first, may require
some practice to negotiate on your Victory Scooter. Simply take your time as you operate your Victory and you
will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and off of elevators, up and down
ramps, and over moderate terrain.
DOORS
n Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.
n Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push-bar.
n Drive your Victory gently and slowly forward to push the door open, or drive your Victory gently and slowly
backwards to pull the door open.
ELEVATORS
Modern elevators have a door-edge safety mechanism that, when pushed, reopens the elevator door(s).
n If you are in the doorway of an elevator when the door(s) begin to close, push on the rubber door edge or
allow the rubber door edge to contact the Scooter and the door will reopen.
n Use care that pocketbooks, packages, or Victory accessories do not become caught in the elevator doors.
RAMPS AND OTHER INCLINES
More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination. These ramps are designed for easy and
safe Scooter access. Some ramps may have turning switchbacks that require good cornering skills on your Victory.
n Take wide swings with your Victorys front wheel(s) around any tight corners. If you do that, the Victorys rear
wheels will follow a wide arc. Do not cut the corner short, and do not bump into or get hung up on any railing
corners.
n When driving down a ramp, keep the Victorys speed adjustment dial (see IV. Your Victory) set to the
tortoise (slowest speed setting) to ensure a safely controlled descent.
n Never drive your Victory across the side of a hill or diagonally up or down a hill, and do not stop, if possible,
while driving up or down an incline.
n Avoid sudden stops and starts.
Other inclines may be natural or, if man-made, not designed specifically for Scooters. Figures 1 and 2 illustrate
your Victorys stability and its ability to climb grades under various weight loads under controlled testing conditions.
68 kg/11
stone
68 kg
(150 lbs.)
(150 lbs)
12.3%
12.3%
90-113 kg/
14-18 stone
90 - 113 kg
(200-250 lbs.)
(200-250 lbs)
10.5%
10.5%
136 kg/21
stone
136-158 kg
(300 lbs.)
(300 -350 lbs)
8.7%
8.7%
68 kg/
11 stone
(150 lbs.)
68 kg
(150 lbs)
14.1%
90 kg/
14 stone
90 kg
(200 lbs.)
(200 lbs)
12.3%14.1%
12.3%
113 kg/
18 stone
113 kg
(250 lbs.)
(250 lbs)
10.5%
10.5 %
136 kg/
21 stone
136-158 kg
(300 lbs.)
(300 -350 lbs)
8.7%
8.7%
FIGURE 1. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLES
(3-WHEEL)
FIGURE 2. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE
ANGLES (4-WHEEL)
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II. SAFETY
These tests were conducted with the Victorys seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat base
WARNING!
Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual. See pages
to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Victorys ability to travel up inclines is
affected by your weight, your Scooters speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your Scooter setup.
WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in
this manual.
4, 5, 11 and 12.
FIGURE 3. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION
FIGURE 4. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION
n When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 3 and 4. This shifts the center of gravity
of you and your Victory toward the front of the Scooter for improved stability.
DRIVING SURFACES
Your Victory was designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions - dry, level surfaces
composed of concrete or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes the fact that there will be times when you will operate
your Victory on surfaces other than concrete or asphalt. So we have also designed your Victory to perform
admirably on packed soil, grass, and gravel.
n Feel free to use your Victory safely on lawns and in park areas.
n Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.
n Packed soil and gravel, such as driveways or roads, will present no problem for your Victory.
n Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
n If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
n Do not operate your new Victory for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owners
manual.
n Do not carry passengers on your Victory.
n Do not leave the key in the switch when your Victory is unattended.
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Victory
III. SPECIFICATIONS
40.5 cm
39 cm
19 cm
46 cm - 51 cm
10 cm
85 cm - 90 cm)
147 cm
119 cm
Length
(3 Wheel)
124.5 cm
Length
(4 Wheel)
(3 Wheel Turning Radius) (4 Wheel Turning Radius)
104 cm
61 cm
46 cm
53 - 73 cm
FIGURE 5. VICTORY DIMENSIONS
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