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Owner's Manual
The Ultimate In Style & Performance
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Exeter, PA
St. Catharines, ON
1-800-800-8586
www.pridemobility.com

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual The Ultimate In Style & Performance ® Exeter, PA St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586 www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 2 S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S WARNING! Failure to follow designated procedures can cause personal injury or component damage or malfunction (black symbol on yellow triangle with black border). MANDATORY! These actions should be perfor med as specified. Failure to perform mandatory actions can cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment (white symbol on blue dot with white border).
  • Page 3 C O N T E N T S INTRODUCTION SAFETY III. EMI/RFI IV. SPECIFICATIONS YOUR SCOOTER VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING VII. OPERATION VIII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS IX. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING XI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE XII. WARRANTY...

  • Page 4: Product Information

    Pride product can result in personal injury or product damage and will void Pride’s product warranty. INTERNET AND PRIVATE PURCHASES PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION PRODUCT INFORMATION www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 5: Information Exchange

    I N T R O D U C T I O N INFORMATION EXCHANGE PRIDE OWNERS CLUB NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 6: I I . S A F E T Y

    Locked and in drive mode. Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode. Unlocked and in freewheel mode. Front-to-rear plug orientation. www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...
  • Page 7 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access. Failure to heed could result in personal injury and/or property damage. Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension cord to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 8: Removable Parts

    REMOVABLE PARTS WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your scooter by any of its removable parts. Personal injury and damage to the scooter may result. ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 9: Pre-Ride Safety Check

    Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations. WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your scooter. Carrying passengers may result in personal injury and/or property damage. INCLINE INFORMATION Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 10 Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Incline Angles WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than what is shown in figure 1 may put your scooter in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury. www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 11: Cornering Information

    WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your scooter at higher speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. To avoid personal injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering. BRAKING INFORMATION Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 12: Outdoor Driving Surfaces

    WARNING! Be sure your scooter is traveling perpendicular to any curb you may be required to ascend or descend. See figures 3 and 3A. WARNING! Do not attempt to negotiate a curb that has a height greater than 2 in. Figure 3. Correct Curb Approach Figure 3A. Incorrect Curb Approach www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 13: Inclement Weather Precautions

    After you have finished pushing your scooter, always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes. Failure to heed the above could result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter. push-too-fast Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 14 (-) cables must be connected to negative (-) battery terminals/posts. Failure to connect your battery cables in the proper manner may result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter. REPLACE cables immediately if damaged. BATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 15: Motor Vehicle Transport

    Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the scooter and cause your scooter to tip, possibly resulting in personal injury. Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 16: Positioning Belts

    Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your scooter in a safe manner. ALCOHOL WARNING! Do not operate your scooter while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this may impair your ability to drive safely. www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...
  • Page 17 NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to www.pridemobility.com. If unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn the power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Call Pride at 800-424-8205 to report the incident. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 18: Specifications

    S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 12" 12" - 13" 1.75" 17" 37" 16" 22"- 29" 34" Turning Radius 21" Figure 4. Sonic Dimensions 2.5" REAR TIRE 2" FRONT TIRE 7.5" Figure 4A. Sonic Tire Dimensions www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...
  • Page 19 Tires Type: solid; front: 2 in. x 7.5 in rear: 2.5 in. x 7.5 in. Battery Requirements Type: Two 12 volt, deep cycle (AGM or Gel-Cell) Size: 12 AH Weight: 9 lbs. each Off-board charger Battery Charger Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 20: Your Scooter

    WARNING! If the key is moved to the “off” position while your scooter is in motion, the electronic brakes will engage and your scooter will come to an abrupt stop! Throttle Control Lever Horn Button Status LED www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 21: Rear Section

    Failure to heed the above could result in personal injury and/or damage to your scooter. Anti-Tip Wheels WARNING! Do not remove the anti-tip wheels or modify your scooter in any way that is not authorized by Pride. Motor/Transaxle Assembly Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 22: Off-Board Battery Charger

    MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER (RESET BUTTON) OFF-BOARD BATTERY CHARGER PORT BATTERIES (UNDERNEATH BATTERY COMPARTMENT LID) Figure 7. Battery Charging Components PLUGS INTO STANDARD OFF-BOARD BATTERY CHARGER WALL OUTLET PLUGS INTO OFF-BOARD BATTERY CHARGER PORT Figure 8. Off-Board Battery Charger www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 23: Batteries And Charging

    NOTE: There is a charger inhibit function on your scooter. The scooter will not run and the battery condition meter will not operate while the batteries are charging. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 24: Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) How does the charger work? What if my scooter’s batteries won’t charge? Can I use a different charger? How often must I charge the batteries? How can I ensure maximum battery life? What about public transportation? www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 25: Battery Specifications

    NOTE: Sealed batteries are not serviceable. Do not remove the caps. BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS Type: Size: Voltage: Amperage: WARNING! Corrosive chemicals are contained in batteries. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Why do my new batteries seem weak? Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 26: Battery Replacement

    WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Battery Removal Battery Replacement BATTERY HARNESSES Figure 11. Battery Harness Removal Figure 10. Battery Compartment Lid Figure 12. Battery Leads BATTERY TERMINAL BATTERY LEADS Figure 11A. Battery Pack Removal www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Carrying passengers (including pets) n Hanging any article from the tiller n Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle Such practices could cause loss of control and/or tipping, resulting in personal injury and/ or damage to your scooter. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 28 O P E R A T I O N NOTE: Your scooter’s reverse speed is slower than that of the forward speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial. GETTING OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER POWER DOWN TIMER FEATURE www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 29: Tiller Angle Adjustment

    Remove the seat by pulling it straight up and off of the scooter. SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Figure 13. Tiller Adjustment UPPER SEAT POST ADJUSTMENT HOLES DETENT PIN LOWER SEAT POST SEAT ROTATION Figure 14. Seat Height Adjustment Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 30: I X . D I S A S S E M B Ly A N D A S S E M B Ly

    WARNING! Lifting weight beyond your physical capability may result in personal injury. Ask for assistance when necessary before disassembling or assembling your scooter. FRONT-TO-REAR BATTERY HARNESS HARNESSES LOCKED UNLOCKED POSITION POSITION Figure 16. Tiller Lock knob (Locked) Figure 17. Wiring Harnesses Figure 16A. Tiller Lock Knob (Unlocked) www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...
  • Page 31 TOGGLE TOGGLE LATCH LATCH BUCKLE TOGGLE LATCH RELEASE BUTTON Figure 18. Toggle Latch (Latched) Figure 19. Toggle Latch (Unlatched) Frame Separation SLOTS PEGS Figure 20. Frame Positioning Figure 21. Frame Lockup TILLER HANDLE Figure 22. Frame Halves Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 32 I X . D I S A S S E M B LY A N D A S S E M B LY ASSEMBLY WARNING! After assembling your scooter make absolutely certain the tiller lock knob is in the unlocked position before attempting to ride your scooter. www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 33: Basic Troubleshooting

    What if all the systems on my scooter seem to be “dead”? What if the motor runs but my scooter does not move? What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the throttle control lever? Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 34 B A S I C T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G What if the main circuit breaker trips repeatedly? Figure 23. Working Fuse Figure 24. Blown Fuse www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...

  • Page 35: Care And Maintenance

    WIRING HARNESSES AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY CONSOLE, CHARGER, AND ELECTRONICS STORAGE WARNING! Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen battery. This damages the battery and can cause personal injury. Sonic/RevA/May 2004 www.pridemobility.com...

  • Page 36: Three-Year Limited Warranty

    X I I . W A R R A N T Y THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY THREE-YEAR WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS Transaxle: Motor brake: ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS www.pridemobility.com Sonic/RevA/May 2004...
  • Page 37 182 Susquehanna Ave. Exeter, PA 18643 1-800-800-8586 www.pridemobility.com...

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