Pride Mobility Victory XL-8 Owner's Manual
Owner’s Manual
The Ultimate In Style & Performance
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
www.pridemobility.com
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before you attempt to operate your Scooter for the first time.
If you are unable to understand any of this information or require additional assistance for setup, contact your local
Pride provider.
The following symbols will be used throughout this owners manual to identify warnings and
cau tions. 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.
Please be sure to fill out and return your warranty card. Also, notify us of any change of address so that 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 Scooter.
Your Scooter:
Body Colour _______________________________ Serial # _____________________________
Purchase Date _____________________________ Options _____________________________
Your authorized Pride provider:
Name ______________________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________________
Phone ______________________________________________________________________________
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INFMANU1299/REV D/OCTOBER 2002
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 5
II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 10
IV. DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................... 12
V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 18
VI. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 22
VII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 24
VIII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 26
IX. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 28
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X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 29
XI. WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................31
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COPYRIGHT
Pride Mobility Products, Ltd., cannot be held responsible for any damage or injury incurred due to improper or
unsafe use of a Scooter. Nor can Pride Mobility Products, Ltd., be held responsible for any damage or injury
incurred during or resulting from attempts to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this owner's
manual or in any of the instructions displayed on or accompanying the product itself. If you do not feel capable of
safely following any of the instructions and recommendations pertaining to your Scooter, please contact your
authorized Pride Mobility Products, Ltd., provider.
Copyright © 2002
Pride Mobility Products, Ltd.
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I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products, Ltd. (Pride). We would like to congratulate you on the purchase of your
new Victory XL-8 Scooter. The Victory XL-8 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
Victory XL-8 Scooter will add convenience to your daily living.
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 purchased.
As an owner of a Pride product, you are invited to submit your warranty registration and enroll in the Pride
Owners Club. As a registered member, you will have access to product information, special offers, interviews,
stories, and interactive message boards all available to Pride Owners Club members only. For more information,
you can access our web site by signing on to www.pridemobility.com. Click on the Owners Club icon and follow
the prompts.
Pride cannot be held responsible for any damage or injury incurred due to improper or unsafe use of a Victory XL8 Scooter. Nor can Pride be held responsible for any damage or injury incurred during or resulting from attempts
to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this owners manual or in any of the instructions displayed
on or accompanying the product itself. If you do not feel capable of safely following any of the instructions and
recommendations pertaining to your Victory XL-8 Scooter, please contact your authorized Pride provider.
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 Victory XL-8 Scooter, as well as about the service you received from your
Pride provider. Please feel free to write us at the address below:
Pride Mobility Products, Ltd.
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
Please be sure to fill out and return your warranty card. Also, notify us of any change of address so that 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 Victory XL-8 Scooter.
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 Victory XL-8.
If you experience any problems with your Scooter that your are not able to solve, or if you do not feel confident in
your ability to perform any of the instructions contained in this manual, please contact your local Pride provider.
Once you understand how to operate and take care of your Victory XL-8, we are certain that it will give you years
of trouble-free service and enjoyment.
The Pride Team
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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 XL-8 for the first time.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter 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/or safety of your Scooter.
WARNING! 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 the Scooter in such conditions can damage the
electronics and potentially result in loss of control.
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.
WARNING! Lock your seat into place and remove the key from the key switch before you get on or
off of your Scooter.
WARNING! Lock the Scooter seat into position before you operate your Scooter.
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter with the seat in the reclined position (if so equipped).
WARNING! Make certain that the tyres are properly inflated (30 psi).
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 the
Scooter in a safe manner and may violate certain existing laws.
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter without first consulting your physician about any concerns
you have about physical limitations that could prevent you from safely operating your Scooter.
WARNING! Do not operate your Scooter if you are taking medication which may impair your ability
to operate the Scooter in a safe manner.
WARNING! Do not drive your Scooter across the side of a hill or diagonally up or down a hill; do not
stop, if possible, while driving up or down an incline.
WARNING! 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.
WARNING! Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces or unprotected ledges
or drop-offs (kerbs, porches, stairs, etc.).
WARNING! Drive slowly through turns.
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.
WARNING! 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.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
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CAUTION! 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.
CAUTION! Secure the batteries before loading your Scooter into another vehicle for transport.
CAUTION! Disconnect the batteries if you are not going to operate your Scooter for more than 48
hours.
As you begin to use your Victory XL-8 during your daily activities, you will encounter situations that may require
some practice. Simply take your time as you operate your Scooter 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 XL-8 slowly forward to push the door open; or drive your Scooter 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 to reopen the door.
n Use care that pocketbooks, packages, or Victory XL-8 accessories do not become caught in the elevator
doors.
RAMPS AND OTHER INCLINES
More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination, designed for easy and safe Scooter
access. Some ramps may have turning switchbacks that require you to have good cornering skills on your Victory
XL-8.
n Take wide swings with your Scooters front wheels around any tight corners. If you do that, the rear wheels
will follow a wide arc and will not cut the corner short, bump into, or get hung up on any railing corners.
n When driving down a ramp, keep your Victory XL-8s speed adjustment dial (see IV. Description) set to the
tortoise (slowest speed setting) to ensure a safely controlled descent.
n Avoid sudden stops and starts.
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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.
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Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Incline Angle
Controlled incline testing was conducted with the Scooters seat in the highest position, adjusted backward on the
seat base to the farthest rearward position. These tests show that your Scooters ability to travel up inclines is
affected by your weight, your Scooters speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your Scooter setup.
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-8 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
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DRIVING SURFACES
Your Victory XL-8 was designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry, level surfaces
composed of concrete or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will operate your
Scooter on surfaces other than concrete or asphalt. For that reason, we also designed your Victory XL-8 to
perform admirably on packed soil, grass, and gravel.
n Feel free to use your Victory XL-8 safely on lawns and in park areas.
n Avoid tall grass that can entangle the running gear.
n Packed soil, gravel, driveways, or roads will not present a problem for your Victory XL-8.
n Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
n If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
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III. SPECIFICATIONS
FIGURE 4. VICTORY XL-8 SPECIFICATIONS
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