Pride Mobility Victory XL-3 Owner's Manual
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Owner’s Manual
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.
INFMANU1778/REV C/OCTOBER 2002
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CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 4
II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 15
IV. YOUR VICTORY XL-3 ............................................................................................................ 17
V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ........................................................................................... 23
VI. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 27
VII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 29
VIII.TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 33
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................... 34
X. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................... 36
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I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride)
Victory XL-3. The Victory XL-3 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 of your new
scooter will add convenience to your daily living.
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 scooter.
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of unsafe use of a 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 follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or
recommendations contained in other Victory XL-3 related literature issued by Pride or contained on the
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 resolve, or if you do not feel
capable of safely following any of the instructions and/or recommendations contained in this manual,
please contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance.
. Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Once you understand how to operate and take care of your Victory XL-3, we are certain that it will give you
years of trouble-free service and enjoyment.
Information Exchange
We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions regarding this owners manual. We would also
like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new scooter, and about the service you receive from your
authorised Pride provider.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information regarding
safety, new products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Victory XL-3.
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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My Authorized Pride Provider is:
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:________________________________________________________________________
Quick Reference Information:
Scooter Model:________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number:__________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, call or
write to us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
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GENERAL
WARNING! Do not operate your new Victory XL-3 for the first time without completely reading and
understanding this owners manual.
Your Victory XL-3 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 Victory XL-3 user. Please be aware
that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of scooter to be used is the responsibility
of the 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 Victory XL-3 to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorised
Pride provider in the instruction process for the use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the Victory XL-3 user will need to
practice operating the 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 scooter user in various daily living
activities.
As you begin using your Victory XL-3 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 the user become accustomed
to operating the Victory XL-3 safely.
MODIFICATIONS
Pride has designed and engineered your Victory XL-3 to provide maximum mobility and utility. A wide
range of accessories is available from your Pride provider to further customise your Victory XL-3 to better
suit your needs and/or preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or
disable any feature, part, or function of your Victory XL-3.
WARNING! Do not modify your Victory XL-3 in any way not authorised by Pride. Unauthorised
modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Victory XL-3.
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PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK
Get to know the feel of your Victory XL-3 and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety
check before each use to make sure your Victory XL-3 operates smoothly and safely. For details on how to
perform these necessary inspections, see IX. Care and Maintenance.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your Victory XL-3:
n Check for proper tyre inflation. Maintain 30-35 psi in each tyre (if equipped with pneumatic tyres).
n Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
n Check all controller connections to the electronic controller module. Make sure they are secured properly.
n Check the brakes.
n Check battery charge.
WARNING! It is critically important that 30-35 psi tyre pressure be maintained in pneumatic tyres
at all times. Failure to maintain 30-35 psi tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result
in catastrophic tyre and/or wheel failure, causing serious personal injury and/or damage to your
Victory XL-3.
WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your Victory XL-3. Carrying passengers on your Victor y
XL-3 may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
If you discover a problem, contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Your scooter is rated for a maximum 135-kg weight limit.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight limit voids your warranty and may result in personal injur y and
damage to your Victory XL-3. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property
damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
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 Victory XL-3.
n Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
n Take wide swings with your Victory XL-3s front wheel around any tight corners. If you do that, the
Victory XL-3s rear wheels will follow a wide arc, not cut the corner short, and not bump into or get
hung up on any railing corners.
n When driving down a ramp, keep the Victory XL-3s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting
to ensure a safely controlled descent. See IV. Your Victory XL-3.
n Avoid sudden stops and starts.
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When climbing an incline, try to keep your Victory XL-3 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 Victory XL-3 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 push the throttle control lever forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.
WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline.
Drive your Victory XL-3 straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.
Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating 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! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the Victory XL-3 in freewheel
mode while seated on it or standing next to it.
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 scooters. Figure 1 illustrates your scooters stability and its ability to climb
grades under various weight loads and under controlled testing conditions.
These tests were conducted with the Victory XL-3s seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on
the seat base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Victory XL-3s
ability to travel up inclines is affected by your weight, vehicle speed, angle of approach to the incline, and
your scooter setup.
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FIGURE 1. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLE
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than that shown in figure 1 may put
your Victory XL-3 in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.
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When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 3. This shifts the center of
gravity of you and your Victory XL-3 toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.
WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this
manual.
FIGURE 2. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION
FIGURE 3. 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 scooter
from tipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your Victory XL-3 at higher
speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. To avoid
personal injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering.
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BRAKING INFORMATION
Your Victory XL-3 is equipped with two powerful brake systems:
1. Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the
center/stop position; and
2. 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.
Brake engagement is far more abrupt at higher speeds. It is important that you know when the brakes will
engage, and that you are braced for the resulting deceleration.
WARNING! Your Victory XL-3 can decelerate very quickly. Do not decelerate or turn abruptly when
traveling at high speed unless absolutely necessary. If it is absolutely necessary to decelerate or
turn abruptly when traveling at high speed, brace yourself by gripping the tiller tightly and planting
your feet fir mly against the floorboard. Users who cannot grip the tiller tightly and/or plant their
feet firmly against the floorboard should avoid decelerating from or turning abruptly at high speed,
and therefore should avoid traveling at high speed. Serious personal injury and property damage
can result from falling forward as your Victory XL-3 decelerates quickly unless you brace yourself
firmly.
OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES
Your Victory XL-3 is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditionsdry, level
surfaces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognises that there will be times
when you will encounter other surface types. For this reason, your Victory XL-3 is designed to perform
admirably on packed soil, grass, and gravel. Feel free to use your Victory XL-3 safely on lawns and in park
areas.
n Reduce your Victory XL-3s speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.
n Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.
n Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
n If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, KERBS, ETC.)
Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges, and/or drop-offs
(kerbs, porches, stairs, etc.).
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Victory XL-3 climb or descend an obstacle that is
inordinately high. Serious personal injury and/or damage may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Victory XL-3 proceed rearwards down any step, kerb, or
other obstacle. This may cause the Victory XL-3 to tip and cause personal injury.
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PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS
WARNING! You should not operate your Victory XL-3 on public streets and roadways. Be aware
that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your Victor y XL-3. Obey all
local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme
caution.
NOTE: Safety accessories like reflectors, fluorescent flags, and various lighting packages are available to
order from your authorised Pride provider.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! Pride recommends that you do not operate your Victory XL-3 in icy or slippery
conditions or on salted surfaces (i.e., walks or roads). Such use may result in an accident,
personal injury, or adversely affect the performance and safety of your Victory XL-3.
WARNING! Pride recommends that you do not expose your Victor y XL-3 to any type of moisture at
any time (rain, snow, mist, or wash). Such exposure can damage your Victory XL-3. Never operate
your Victory XL-3 if it has been exposed to moisture until it has dried thoroughly.
FREEWHEEL MODE
Your Victory XL-3 is equipped with a manual freewheel lever that when pulled up allows the scooter to be
pushed. For more information about how to place your Victory XL-3 into and out of freewheel mode, See IV.
Your Victory XL-3.
WARNING! Do not use your Victory XL-3 in freewheel mode without an attendant present.
Personal injury may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your Victor y XL-3 in freewheel mode while seated
on it. Personal injury may result. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.
WARNING! Do not place your Victory XL-3 in freewheel mode while on an incline. The Victory XL-3
could roll uncontrollably on its own, causing personal injury.
TYRE INFLATION
If your Victory XL-3 is equipped with pneumatic tyres, you should check or have the air pressure checked
at least once a week. Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tyres and help ensure the
smooth operation of your Victory XL-3.
WARNING! It is critically important that pneumatic tyres be inflated to 30-35 psi. Do not
underinflate or overinflate your tyres. Improper tyre pressure may result in catastrophic tyre and/
or wheel failure. Serious personal injury and/or property damage may result.
WARNING! Inflate your Victory XL-3 drive tyres from a regulated air source with an available
pressure gauge. Minimum air pressure for Victory XL-3 drive tyres is 30-35 psi. Inflating your tyres
from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting in a burst tyre and/or personal
injury.
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