Owner’s Manual ATTENTION: Read everything in this manual before operating your Scooter The Ultimate In Style & Performance® Exeter, PA St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586 www.pridemobility.
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.
CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 4 II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6 III. EMI/RFI .......................................................................................................................................... 9 IV. SPECIFICATIONS ...................................
I. INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (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.
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.
II. SAFETY As you begin to use your Boxster during your daily activities, you will encounter situations that, at first, may require some practice to negotiate on your Boxster PMV. Simply take your time as you operate your Boxster 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 Determine if the door opens toward or away from you. Use your hand to turn the knob or push the handle or push-bar.
II. SAFETY These tests were conducted with the Boxsters seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Boxsters ability to travel up inclines is affected by your weight, your PMVs speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your PMV setup. n When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 3.
II. SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS n Do not operate your new Boxster for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owners manual. n Do not carry passengers on your Boxster. n If your Boxster is equipped with a reclining seat, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the seat in the reclined position. n Do not leave the key in the key switch when your Boxster is unattended.
III. EMI/RFI EMI/RFI WARNINGS Laboratory tests performed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have shown that radio waves can cause unintended motion of electric PMVs. 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).
III. EMI/RFI Has anyone been injured by the erratic, unintended motion of an electric PMV? The FDA has reports of injuries that resulted from uncontrolled motion of electric PMVs, but it is not clear just how many of those injuries were actually caused by EMI/RFI. Are all PMVs susceptible to EMI/RFI? Each make and model of electric PMV differs in its ability to resist EMI/RFI. That is, each PMV has a particular level of resistance to EMI/RFI. This resistance is measured in volts per meter (V/m).
III. n EMI/RFI Be aware that adding accessories and/or components, or modifying your Boxster in any way, may change its EMI/RFI resistance level and may make it more susceptible to interference from radio wave sources. What should I do if my Boxster moves unexpectedly? If unintended motion or unintended brake release occurs, turn off your Boxster (by removing the key) as soon as it is safe to do so.
I V. S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 20" 8" 75˚ 18" - 20" 43"- 45" 5" Figure 4. Boxster Dimensions 59" 20.5 " 24" Boxster Length 18 " 70" Boxster Turning Radius 25.
I V. S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Specifications Model Numbers Length Width Tires Weight Capacity Battery Type (Batteries not included) Horsepower Charger Speed (Maximum) Maximum Grade Range Turning Radius Body Colors Seating PMV520CRED; PMV520VBLU; PMV520HGRN; PMV520OBLK 59 in. ( 56 in. without front & rear bumpers ) 25.5 in. Type: Pneumatic: 4 in. x 13 in. 300 lbs. maximum Two 12V, 32 AH, U-1 type, SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) two 12V, 40AH SLA; two 12V, 45AH NF-22, SLA; or two 12V, 55AH NF-22, SLA 2.
V. DESCRIPTION Your Boxster is a motorized electric PMV designed to enhance your personal mobility. Your Boxster is an indoor/outdoor PMV 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 Boxster into seven components. See figure 5. SEAT REAR SECTION FRONT SECTION BATTERIES REAR SHROUD BASKET Figure 5.
V. DESCRIPTION SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL BATTERY CONDITION METER 4 TO 8 SWITCH HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH TURN SIGNAL BUTTON LIGHT SWITCH HORN BUTTON THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER KEY SWITCH & KEY Figure 6. Control Console Assembly SPEED ADJUSTMENT DIAL n This dial allows you to pre-select and limit your Boxsters top speed. n The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting. n The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting.
V. DESCRIPTION BATTERY CONDITION METER Whenever you have the key fully inserted, this meter gives an approximate reading of your Boxsters battery voltage. HORN BUTTON n The key must be fully inserted into the key switch for the horn to be operational. n This button activates a warning horn. n Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when you feel its use will prevent accident or injury. LIGHT SWITCH n This switch controls your Boxsters headlight system. n Press this switch once to turn on the light.
V. DESCRIPTION REAR SECTION The on-board battery charger, the charger power cord receptacle, the anti-tip wheels, the batteries (not shown), the electronic controller module, the main circuit breaker reset button, the manual freewheel lever, and the motor/transaxle assembly are located on the rear section of your Boxster. See figure 7. See IX. Disassembly and Assembly for instructions on removing the rear shroud.
V. DESCRIPTION BATTERIES The batteries store the electrical energy that powers your Boxster. See VI. Batteries and Charging. ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER MODULE The electronic controller module is located behind the batteries and at the forward left corner of the Boxsters rear section. This module receives electrical signals from the control console assembly controls and sends power to the motor, the brakes, the light, and the lighting system.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your Boxster uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. They are recharged by an on-board 3-amp charging system designed for ease of use and convenience. See figure 7. n Charge your Boxsters batteries prior to using it for the first time. n Keep your batteries fully charged to keep your Boxster running trouble free.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING What does the LED on the Onboard Battery Charger indicate? The green LED turns on after the batteries have been fully charged, In some instances, the green LED may stay on after the charger has been unplugged from the wall outlet. Although users may perceive this as a charger malfunction, it is a normal condition. The green LED goes off when the batteries reach 26 VDC, which may take a few minutes.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries: Type: Deep-cycle (sealed lead-acid, or gel cell) Size: U-1, 40 AH, or NF-22 Voltage: 12 volts each Amperage: 32 AH, 40 AH, 45 AH, 55 AH (amp hours) TO CHANGE A BATTERY IN YOUR BOXSTER: WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. 1. Remove the seat and the rear shroud. See IX Disassembly and Assembly. 2. Remove the battery tie-down strap. 3.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING More importantly, it takes a few charging cycles (a partial drain followed by a full recharge) to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep-cycle batterys peak performance and long life. Follow these steps to break in your Boxsters new batteries for maximum efficiency and life. 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88% of its peak performance level. 2.
VII. OPERATION GETTING ON YOUR BOXSTER 1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch. 2. Stand at the side of your Boxster. 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.
VII. OPERATION NOTE: The rear wheel drive transaxle gives your Boxster maximum traction with minimal steering effort on your part. GETTING OFF OF YOUR BOXSTER 1. Bring your Boxster 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 Boxster. 4. Make certain that seat is locked securely in position. 5.
V I I I . COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TILLER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT WARNING! Remove the key before adjusting the tiller. You can adjust the tiller to many positions. The tiller adjustment lever locks the tiller in place. It has a spring-loaded mechanism that enables you to rotate it and change its position. 1. Turn the tiller adjustment lever counterclockwise until it is loose. If the tiller adjustment lever comes in contact with the tiller basket, pull it outward, turn it clockwise, and release it.
V I I I . COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT You can reposition the Boxsters seat forward or rearward to adjust the distance between the seat and the tiller. See figure 10. 1. Disengage the seat sliding lever. 2. While holding the lever up, slide the seat forward or rearward. 3. Release the seat sliding lever once the seat is in the desired position. SEAT ROTATION The seat lock lever locks the seat in one of different positions. See figure 10. 1.
I X . D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY The Boxster requires no tools for disassembly. Always disassemble or assemble your Boxster 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 Boxster will take up more floor space than the assembled Boxster. DISASSEMBLY 1. Remove the key from the key switch. 2. Pull up on the manual freewheel lever.
I X . D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY ASSEMBLY 1. Pull up on the manual freewheel lever. Putting your Boxster in freewheel may make it easier for you to maneuver the rear section because the drive wheels are free to turn. See figure 7. 2. Position the front and rear sections of your Boxster as shown in figure 16. 3. Align the lower slots on the rear of the front section to the corresponding pegs on the front of the rear section. See figure 17. 4.
X. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 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 Boxster seem to be dead? Make certain that the key is fully inserted in the key switch.
XI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Boxster requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel confident of 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 an or care and maintenance. TIRE PRESSURE: We recommend that the tire pressure be maintained at 30 psi. For optimum PMV performance, do not exceed that pressure; overinflating a tire can cause it to explode.
XII. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For information concernig these optional accessories see your authorized Pride provider.
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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