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SAFETY GUIDELINES Read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before you attempt to operate your PMV for the first time. If you are unable to understand any of this information or require additional assistance for set-up, contact your local Pride Provider or call the Pride Tech Service Department at 1-800-800-8586. The following symbols are used throughout this Owner’s Manual to identify warnings and cautions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 5 II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6 III. EMI/RFI .......................................................................................................................................... 9 IV. SPECIFICATIONS ...................................
C O P Y R I G H T Pride cannot be held responsible for any damage or injury incurred due to improper or unsafe use of a Hurricane PMV. 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 owner's manual or in any of the instructions displayed on or accompanying the product itself.
I. INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hurricane PMV. The Hurricane PMV 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 Hurrican PMV will add convenience to your daily living. At Pride, your safety is important to us.
I I . S A F E T Y DRIVING GUIDELINES After beginning to use your Hurricane PMV on a daily basis, you may encounter situations that, at first, may require some practice to negotiate on your PMV. With a little bit of patience and practice, you will soon be able to achieve total control through doorways, elevators, up and down ramps, and over grass and gravel. Doors Determine if the door opens toward or away from you. Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or pushbar.
I I . S A F E T Y The controlled tests show that, 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 Hurricane PMV toward the front of the PMV for improved stability. Your Hurricane PMV was designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions; dry, level surfaces composed of concrete or asphalt.
I I . S A F E T Y ! Never use your Hurricane PMV as a seat in a moving vehicle. Your Hurricane PMV is not designed to be used as such and cannot protect you in the event of an automobile accident or an abrupt stop. ! Do not carry passengers on your Hurricane PMV under any circumstances. ! Never drive your Hurricane PMV 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. ! Do not exceed the specifications in this manual.
I I I . E M I / R F I WARNING! Radio waves may interfere with the control of your Hurricane PMV. Radio waves can cause unintended motion of Hurricane PMVs. Radio waves are a form of electromagnetic energy (EM). When this energy unintentionally affects the operation of an electronic device, it is called Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) or Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). EMI/RFI—FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) The following FAQs summarize what you should know about EMI/RFI.
I I I . E M I / R F I What can I do to find out if my Hurricane PMV is likely to be Affected by EMI/RFI? If you’ve had your Hurricane PMV for a long time and haven’t experienced any unintended motion, it’s not likely that you’ll have problems in the future. But it’s always possible that problems could arise if you are close to a source of radio waves. Therefore, it is very important to be alert to this possibility.
I V. SPECIFICATIONS Length PMV-500: (Candy Apple Red), PMV-501 (Forest Green), PMV-502 (Viper Blue), PMV-503 (Mercury Silver), PMV-505 (Onyx Black) 55.5in. Width 25in. Tires Type: Pneumatic Front: 4in. x 13in. Rear: 4in. x 13in. 300 lbs.
I V. SPECIFICATIONS 25 " - 28 " 47 8 " - 12 " 3 - 55 1 4" 4" 80˚ 3 17" - 21" 11 2 " 6" FIGURE 5.
V. DESCRIPTION CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY This assembly houses all of the controls you need to drive your Hurricane PMV. WARNING! Keep the console free from moisture. In the event that the console becomes exposed to moisture, do not attempt to operate the Hurricane PMV until it has been dried thoroughly. Battery Condition Meter Whenever you have the key fully inserted, this meter gives an approximate reading of your Hurricane PMV’s battery voltage. See figure 6.
V. DESCRIPTION Speed Adjustment Dial This control dial allows you to preselect and limit your Hurricane PMV’s top speed. The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting. The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting. See figure 6. Key Switch To turn the Hurricane PMV on, fully insert the key. To turn the Hurricane PMV off, pull the key out. See figure 6. 4 mph - 8 mph Switch This switch limits the Hurricane PMV’s top speed to either 4 or 8 mph. See figure 6.
V. DESCRIPTION OnBoard Battery Charger The battery charger is located in the left corner of the utility tray. See figure 7. This is a gray colored plastic box with a green LED indicator on the exterior of the case. The main power cord extends from the charger and should be coiled to the side of the trunk. Use the reusable fastener strap to coil the power cord. To ensure that the charger and its power cord do not become damaged, exercise caution when storing personal items in the electronics module .
V I . BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING—FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) How does the charger work? When your Hurricane PMV’s battery voltage is low, the charger works extra and sends more electrical current to the batteries to bring up their charge. As the voltage of the batteries approaches a full charge, the charger works less to complete the charging cycle by sending less and less electrical current to the batteries.
V I . BAT T E R I E S A N D C H A RG I N G How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? Rarely will you have ideal driving conditions; smooth, flat, hard driving surfaces with no wind or curves. You will often face hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, curves, and wind. All of these driving conditions affect the distance or running time per battery charge. The following are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge.
V I . BATTERIES AND CHARGING Why do my new batteries seem weak? Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than is used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries (nicads), or in other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge. We work closely with our battery manufacturers to provide batteries that best suit your Hurricane PMV’s specific electrical demands.
V I . BAT T E R I E S A N D C H A RG I N G For prolonged storage, you may wish to place several boards under the frame of your Hurricane PMV to raise the PMV off of the ground. This takes the weight off of the tires and minimizes the possibility of flat spots from developing on the areas of the tires contacting the ground.
VII. OPERATION PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS ! Have you fully charged the batteries? See VI. “Batteries and Charging.” ! Are the manual freewheel levers in the drive (up) mode? See V. “Description.” Never leave the freewheel lever pushed down unless you are manually pushing your Hurricane PMV.
VII. OPERATION NOTE: Your Hurricane PMV’s reverse speed is 40% slower than the speed you set with the speed adjustment dial and the 4 - 8 mph switch. GETTING OFF OF YOUR HURRICANE PMV 1. Bring your Hurricane PMV to a complete stop. 2. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 3. Push down on the seat rotation lever to unlock the seat and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your Hurricane PMV; release the seat rotation lever to lock the seat securely in place. 4.
VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE You can adjust the tiller to any number of positions between the forward stop and the PMV deck. The tiller adjustment lever keeps the tiller in position. Pull up on the tiller adjustment lever. See figure 8. Move the tiller to a comfortable position. Release the tiller adjustment lever. The tiller remains in that position. Figure 9 shows the Hurricane PMV’s tiller in the lowest possible position.
VIII. COMFORT HIGH-BACK SEAT HEADREST Your high-back seat has an adjustable headrest that locks into three different positions. To raise or lower the headrest, press the lock release button and slide the headrest up or down until it locks into place. See figure 11. ARMREST WIDTH You may adjust the armrests to various widths. Just loosen each of the large thumbscrews on the rear of the seat frame, slide the armrests either in or out, then retighten the thumbscrews.
I X . D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY The Hurricane PMV requires no tools for disassembly or assembly. Always disassemble or assemble your Hurricane PMV on a level, dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around your PMV. Keep in mind that the disassembled sections of the Hurricane PMV will take up more floor space than the assembled Hurricane PMV. You can disassemble the Hurricane PMV into six pieces: the seat, the front frame, the rear frame, the rear shroud, and the batteries.
I X . D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY BALL DETENT PIN 9. Unplug both battery harnesses and lift both batteries off of the Hurricane PMV. See figures 17 and 18. CAUTION! Failure to unplug both battery harnesses and the control console harness prior to disassembly could result in permanent damage to the PMV. 10. Grab the handle grip on the tiller, pull upward on the release lever, and gently lower the tiller down to the center of the Hurricane PMV chassis until it is fully lowered. See figure 9.
I X . D I S S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY ASSEMBLY 1. Place the manual freewheel lever in drive (down) position. 2. Position the front and rear sections togeather. See figure 21. 3. Make sure that the locking cam levers are vertically positioned and the locking pins are removed. Tilt the rear end to a horizontal position and insert the longer tube of the front end into the rear section. 4. Slide the two sections of the unit together until the front half reaches its insertion limit. 5.
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XI. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Any electromechanical device occasionally requires maintenance, but be assured that many common problems are usually solved easily with a bit of common sense. Ask yourself what works and what doesn’t. Try each and every control on the Hurricane PMV to see if your problem follows any pattern. Ask yourself , “Is the whole Hurricane PMV dead or just some of its functions?” What if all systems on theHurricane PMV appear to be dead? 1. Make sure the key is fully inserted. 2.
XII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Hurricane PMV was designed to require a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you have any doubts about its care or operation, you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized PMV provider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance: TIRE PRESSURE ! For optimum scooter performance we recommend that the tire pressure be maintained at 30 psi.
XII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE FRONT AXLE BEARINGS, REAR AXLE BEARINGS, AND MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ! All drive train components are prelubricated and sealed. They require no additional lubrication. THE CONTROL CONSOLE ASSEMBLY AND ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER MODULE ! Be sure to keep these areas free from moisture. In the event that these components are exposed to moisture, let them dry thoroughly before attempting to operate your PMV again. STORAGE ! This is an electronically-controlled motorized vehicle.
XIII. WARRANTY THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components; including platform, fork, seat post, and frame. Drive train; including transaxle, motor, and brake. First year: 100% replacement of parts cost Second year: 67% replacement of parts cost Third year: 50% replacement of parts cost THREE-YEAR WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS Transaxle: In cases where there is an increase in the operational noise level, the warranty does not apply.
XIII. WARRANTY There is no other express warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one (1) year from the date of original purchase and to the extent permitted by law. Any and all implied warranties are excluded. This is the exclusive remedy. Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded.
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