Owners Manual Exeter, PA St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586 www.pridemobility.
S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S 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 set-up, contact your local Pride Provider or call the Pride Tech Service Department at 1-800-800-8586. The following symbols will be used throughout this Owners Manual to identify warnings and cautions.
C O N T E N T S 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 Sidekick 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 owner's manual or in any of the instructions displayed on or accompanying the product itself.
I . I N T R O D U C T I O N Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Sidekick Scooter. The Sidekick 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 Sidekick Scooter will add convenience to your daily living. At Pride, your safety is important to us.
I I . S A F E T Y As you begin to use your Sidekick during your daily activities, you will encounter situations that, at first, may require some practice to negotiate on your Sidekick scooter. Simply take your time as you operate your Sidekick 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.
I I . S A F E T Y These tests were conducted with the Sidekicks seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Sidekicks ability to travel up inclines is affected by your weight, your scooters speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your scooter setup. n When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 3.
I I . S A F E T Y n Make certain that the seat is locked into place and that the key is removed from the key switch before getting on or off of your Sidekick. Make certain that the seat is in a locked position when you are operating your Sidekick. n Reduce your Sidekicks speed when you are operating it on uneven terrain and soft surfaces. n Reduce your Sidekicks speed when you are driving it around a corner.
I I I . E M I / R F I EMI/RFI WARNINGS Laboratory tests performed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have shown that radio waves can cause unintended motion of electric scooters. Radio waves are a form of electromagnetic energy (EM). When electromagnetic energy adversely affects the operation of an electrical device, that adverse effect is called Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) or Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).
I I I . E M I / R F I What is the FDA doing about the problem? The FDA has written to electric scooter manufacturers and requested that those manufacturers test their new models of scooters to be certain that they provide a reasonable degree of resistance against EMI/RFI. The FDA has stated that all newly-manufactured models of electric scooters should have a resistance level of at least 20 V/ m. This resistance level provides a reasonable degree of protection against the common sources of EMI/RFI.
I V. S P E C I F I C AT I O N S 13.5" 8" 80˚ 14" - 16" 1.25" 31.25 "- 33.25" 1" 3.5" FIGURE 4.
V. S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Model Numbers SC-200, SC-201 Length 42in. Width 22.75in. Tires Type: Pneumatic Front: 2in. x 8in., Rear: 2.5in. x 9in. Weight Capacity 300 lbs. (136 kg) Maximum Battery Type (batteries not included) Two 12V, 32 AH, U-1 type, SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) Horsepower 1.2 hp (peak) Charger Onboard amp charger Speed (max) Variable up to 4.5mph (60% reverse) Maximum Grade Please refer to figure 1.
V. D E S C R I P T I O N Your Sidekick is a motorized electric scooter designed to enhance your personal mobility. Your Sidekick is an indoor/outdoor scooter designed to travel primarily on smooth surfaces, such as sidewalks, roads, parking lots, floors, and driveways. For easy transportation or storage, you can disassemble your Sidekick into six (6) components. See figure 5. SEAT REAR SECTION FRONT SECTION BATTERIES REAR SHROUD FIGURE 5.
V. D E S C R I P T I O N Do not expose the control console assembly to moisture. In the event that the control console assembly does become exposed to moisture, do not attempt to operate your Sidekick until the control console assembly has thoroughly dried. Key Switch n Fully insert the key into the key switch to power up (turn on) your Sidekick. n Pull the key out to power down (turn off) your Sidekick.
V. D E S C R I P T I O N REAR SECTION The onboard battery charger, the charger power cord receptacle, the batteries, the electronic controller assembly, the main circuit breaker, the manual freewheel lever, and the motor/transaxle assembly are located beneath the shroud on the rear section of your Sidekick. See figures 7 and 8. Refer to IX. Disassembly and Assembly for instructions on removing the rear shroud.
V. D E S C R I P T I O N n The main circuit breaker is mounted on the utility tray, behind the electronic controller assembly. See figure 7. n The main circuit breaker reset button pops out when the breaker trips. n When the breaker trips, the entire electrical system of your Sidekick shuts down. n Allow a minute or so for your Sidekicks electronics to rest. nPush in the reset button to reset the breaker. n If the breaker trips frequently, you may need to charge your batteries more often.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your Sidekick uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. They are recharged by an onboard 3-amp charging system designed for ease of use and convenience. See figure 7. n Charge your Sidekicks batteries prior to using it for the first time. n Keep your batteries fully charged to keep your Sidekick running trouble free. FOLLOW THESE EASY STEPS TO CHARGE YOUR BATTERIES SAFELY: 1.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES AND CHARGING-FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) How does the charger work? When your Sidekicks battery voltage is low, the charger works harder 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 sends less and less electrical current to the batteries. When the batteries are fully charged, the current sent to them from the charger is at nearly zero amperage.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? Rarely will you have ideal driving conditionssmooth, 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. Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Sidekicks specific electrical demands. Fresh batteries arrive daily at Pride and are shipped fully charged to our customers. During shipping, the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that may influence their initial performance. Heat diminishes the charge on the battery; cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery.
V I I . O P E R AT I O N GETTING ON YOUR SIDEKICK 1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 2. Stand at the side of your Sidekick. 3. Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you. 4. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position. 5. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat. 6. Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward. 7. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position. 8.
V I I . O P E R AT I O N GETTING OFF OF YOUR SIDEKICK 1. Bring your Sidekick to a complete stop. 2. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 3. Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing toward the side of your Sidekick. 4. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position. 5. Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the side of your Sidekick. 6.
VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT WARNING! Remove the key before adjusting the tiller. Never attempt to adjust the tiller while the scooter is in motion. You can adjust the tiller to any number of positions between the forward stop and the scooter deck. The tiller adjustment lever locks the tiller in position. 1. Push down on the tiller adjustment lever. See figure 11. 2. Move the tiller to a comfortable position. 3. Release the tiller adjustment lever.
VIII. COMFORT FRONT-TO-BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT You can change the Sidekick front-to-back seat position. 1. Remove the seat. 2. Use a 7/16-in. wrench to remove the seat position adjustment screws. See figure 13. 3. Reposition the seat base on the seat and reinstall the seat position adjustment screws. 4. Reinstall the seat. ADJUSTMENTS ARMREST ADJUSTMENT KNOBS SEAT POSITION ADJUSTMENT SCREWS SEAT LOCK LEVER FIGURE 13.
IX. D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY No tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Sidekick. Always disassemble or assemble your Sidekick on a level, dry surface with sufficient room for you to work and move around your scooter. Keep in mind that the disassembled sections of the Sidekick take up more floor space than the assembled Sidekick. DISASSEMBLY You can disassemble the Sidekick into six pieces: the seat, the front frame, the rear frame, the rear shroud, and the batteries.
IX. D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY FIGURE 17. DISCONNECTING THE FRONT-TO-REAR CABLE FIGURE 21. PUSH LOCKING LEVERS FORWARD FIGURE 18. DISCONNECTING THE MOTOR HARNESS FIGURE 22. REMOVE BALL DETENT PINS WITH RINGS FIGURE 19. BATTERY HARNESSES FIGURE 23. SEPARATING THE FRAME SECTIONS BATTERY TIE-DOWN STRAP FIGURE 20.
IX. D I 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 the drive (down) position. 2. Position the front and rear sections next to each other. 3. Tilt the rear end to a horizontal position and insert the longer tube of the front end into the rear section first; make sure that the locking cam levers are vertically positioned and the locking pins are removed. 4. Slide the two sections of the unit together until the front half reaches its insertion limit. 5.
X . O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concerning these optional accessories, see your authorized Pride provider, or call Pride Mobility Products Corporation at 1-800-800-8586.
X I . B A S I C T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G Any electromechanical device occasionally requires some troubleshooting. However, most of the problems that may arise can usually be solved with a bit of thought and common sense. Many of these problems occur because the batteries are not fully charged or because the batteries are worn down and can no longer hold a charge. What if all the systems on my Sidekick seem to be dead? n Make certain that the key is fully inserted in the key switch.
X I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Your Sidekick requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below, you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride provider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance. TIRE PRESSURE: n We recommend that the tire pressure be maintained at 30 psi.
X I I I . W A R R A N T Y 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.
X I I I . W A R R A N T Y 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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