Operation - Pride Mobility raptor series Owner's Manual

BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER
„ Have you fully charged the batteries? See III. "Batteries and Charging."
„ Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (rearward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel
lever pushed forward unless you are manually pushing your scooter.
GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or off of your scooter without first removing the key from the
key switch. This will prevent the scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is
made.
2. Stand at the side of your scooter.
3. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
4. Make certain that the seat is secured into position.
5. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
NOTE: Prior to operating your scooter for the first time, reset the circuit breaker by pushing the
circuit breaker switch down.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
„ Is the seat at the proper recline angle? See V. "Comfort Adjustments."
„ Is the seat secured into place?
„ Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and secured into place? See V. "Comfort Adjustments."
„ Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the "on" position?
„ Does the scooter's horn work properly?
„ Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
„ Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
OPERATING YOUR SCOOTER
WARNING! The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your scooter:
Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet.
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Carrying passengers (including pets).
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Hanging any article from the tiller.
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Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle.
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WARNING! Tipping Risk! Avoid abrupt maneuvers at excessive speed. It is recommended that you
set the speed adjustment dial to the lowest setting until you become familiar with scooter controls
and operation.
WARNING! Scooter braking distances are greater on an incline than on the horizontal.
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.
„ Set the speed adjustment switch to your desired speed.
„ Use your thumb to press the throttle control downward.
„ The electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the scooter accelerates
smoothly to the speed you preselected.
„ Pull on the left handgrip to steer your scooter to the left.
„ Pull on the right handgrip to steer your scooter to the right.
„ Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
„ To stop, slowly release the throttle control lever. The electronic brakes will automatically engage
when your scooter comes to a stop.
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Raptor