Basic Troubleshooting - Pride Mobility Legend Classic 3-Wheel Scooter Owner's Manual

X . B A S I C
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 scooter seem to be “dead”?
n Make certain that the key is in the “on” position.
n Check that the batteries are fully charged. See V. “Batteries and Charging.”
n Push in the main circuit breaker reset button. See IV. “Your Legend Classic.”
n Make certain that both battery harnesses are firmly connected to their mating plugs and to the battery termi-
nals. See VIII. “Disassembly and Assembly.”
n Make sure that the front-to-rear harness is firmly connected to its mating plug. See VIII. “Disassembly and Assembly.”
n Check the 3-amp fuse located on the lower portion of the tiller console. See XI. “Care and Maintenance” for
fuse replacement.
n Be sure the power down timer feature hasn’t been activated. See Power Down Timer Feature” below.
POWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE
Your scooter is equipped with an energy saving automatic power down timer feature designed to preserve your
scooter’s battery life. If you mistakenly leave the key in the key switch and in the “on” position but do not use your
scooter for approximately 20 minutes, the scooter’s controller shuts down automatically. Although the controller is
shut down and the scooter will not move, power will still be supplied to the scooter’s lighting system.
When the power down timer feature takes effect, perform the following steps to resume normal operation.
1. Turn the key to the “off” position.
2. Turn the key back to the “on” position.
What if my scooter does not move when I press the throttle control levers?
n When the manual freewheel lever is pulled up, the brakes are disengaged and all power to the motor/transaxle
assembly is cut.
n Push down on the manual freewheel lever, turn the scooter off, and then turn the scooter back on to return to
normal operation.
What if the main circuit breaker repeatedly trips? See IV. “Your Legend Classic.”
n Charge the scooter’s batteries more frequently. See V. “Batteries and Charging.”
n If the problem continues, have both of your scooter’s batteries load tested by your authorised Pride provider.
n You may also perform the load test yourself. Battery load testers are available at most automotive parts stores.
Follow the directions supplied with the load tester.
n See V. “Batteries and Charging” or III. “Specifications” for information about your scooter’s battery type.
What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press my
scooter’s throttle control lever? (See IV. “Your Legend Classic.”)
n Fully charge your scooter’s batteries. See V. “Batteries and Charging.”
n Have your authorised Pride provider load test each battery.
n Or, see the previous troubleshooting question for load testing the batteries yourself.
If you experience any problems with your scooter that you are not able to solve, immediately contact your authorised
Pride provider for information, maintenance, and service.
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