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  • Page 1 TRAVEL MATE...
  • Page 2 The latest/current version of this manual is available on our website. This product is manufactured by: Pride Mobility Products Corporation 182 Susquehanna Avenue Exeter, PA 18643-2694 Copyright © 2007 088 609 661 Pride Mobility Products Corp.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    III. YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER ....................18 IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING .................... 23 OPERATION ..........................28 VI. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................30 VII. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ..................... 31 VIII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....................34 IX. WARRANTY..........................36 APPENDIX I: SPECIFICATIONS ....................37 Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    I N T R O D U C T I O N SAFETY Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride). The product you have purchased combines state- of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident the design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities.
  • Page 5 EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m. Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it. Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it. Explosive conditions exist! Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 6 Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.. Do not remove anti-tip wheels. Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 7 Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tyres. Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 8 S A F E T Y Battery charger for indoor use only. Disposal and recycling - Contact your authorised Pride Provider for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging. Contains Lead. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 9: Removable Parts

    Pride products. REMOVABLE PARTS WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your Travel Scooter by any of its removable parts, including the armrests, seat, or shroud. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 10: Your Travel Scooter

    WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered with snow, ice, cut grass or wet leaves). www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 11 Travel Scooter may “roll back” approximately 30.5 cm before the brake engages. If the throttle control lever is released while moving in reverse, the powered Travel Scooter may “roll back” approxi- mately 1 metre before the brake engages. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 12 ! Reduce your Travel Scooter’s speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces. ! Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear or wrapped around the axle. ! Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand. ! If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 13: Public Streets And Roadways

    Travel Scooter, possibly resulting in skin irritation. Exercise caution when using your Travel Scooter in extremely hot or cold conditions or when exposing your Travel Scooter to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 14: Freewheel Mode

    ! If you are in the doorway of a lift when the door(s) begin to close, push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the Travel Scooter and the door will reopen. ! Use care that handbags, packages or Travel Scooter accessories do not become caught in lift doors. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 15: Motor Vehicle Transport

    PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time, turn off the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent throttle control lever contact. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 16: Reaching And Bending

    WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or if you have certain physical limitations. Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your Travel Scooter in a safe manner. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 17 NOTE: For more information on EMI/RFI, visit the Resource Center on www.pridemobility.com. If unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn your Travel Scooter off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact your authorised Pride Provider to report the incident. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 18 NOTE: When the reverse side of the throttle control lever is engaged, a back up beeper will sound. ! When the throttle is completely released, it automatically returns to the centre “stop” position and engages your Travel Scooter’s brakes. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 19: Horn Button

    2. Move the tiller to a comfortable position. 3. Turn the tiller adjustment knob clockwise to secure the tiller in position. NOTE: In order to lower the tiller to its lowest point, you must first remove the seat. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 20: Seat Adjustments

    4. While holding the upper seat post at that height, align the adjustment holes of the upper and lower seat posts. 5. Fully insert the detent pin. 6. Reinstall the seat. Figure 7. Seat Height Adjustment www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 21 Stand to the side of the Travel Scooter to engage or disengage freewheel mode. Never sit on a Travel Scooter to do this. After you have finished pushing your Travel Scooter, always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 22 Travel Scooter’s batteries. See figure 10. The LED lights on the charger indicate different charger conditions at various times. Refer to the charger owner’s manual enclosed with the charger for a complete explanation of these indicators. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 23: Batteries And Charging

    If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors. Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more information. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 24 Travel Scooter. WARNING! Do not replace the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied. WARNING! The batteries on your Travel Scooter should only be serviced or replaced by an authorised Pride Provider or a qualified technician. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 25: Battery Replacement

    Pride Provider for in- structions on disposal. Your authorised Pride Provider will also have the necessary informa- tion on battery recycling, which is our recom- mended course of action. Figure 15. Battery Cable Orientation Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 26 What type and size battery should I use? Your Travel Scooter comes equipped with two deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both AGM and Gel-Cell are deep-cycle batteries that are similar in performance. Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable caps. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 27 What about public transportation? If you intend to use public transportation with your Travel Scooter, you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 28: Operation

    ! The electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the Travel Scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial. ! Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Travel Scooter to the left. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 29 1. Bring your Travel Scooter to a complete stop. 2. Remove the key from the key switch. 3. Rotate the seat to either side of the Travel Scooter and carefully and safely get out of the seat. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 30: Disassembly And Assembly

    1. Loosen the tiller adjustment knob, raise the tiller to its desired position, and retighten the tiller adjustment knob. 2. Turn the tiller lock knob to its UNLOCKED position. See figure 6. 3. Install the battery pack and battery compartment cover. 3. Install the seat. 4. Install the basket. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 31: Basic Troubleshooting

    Contact your authorized Pride Provider. 2. Broken throttle pot or throttle mechanism. 1. Electromagnetic brake driver Turn key to off position, then push freewheel shorted. lever to drive mode and restart Travel Scooter. 2. Electromagnetic brake coil open. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 32 What if the battery condition meter dips way down and the motor surges or hesitates when I press the throttle control lever? ! Fully charge your Travel Scooter’s batteries. See IV. “Batteries and Charging.” ! Have your authorized Pride Provider load test each battery. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 33 1. Remove the key from the key switch. 2. Insert the key back into the key switch. If you experience any problems with your Travel Scooter that you are not able to solve, contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on maintenance and service. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 34: Care And Maintenance

    WARNING! Follow all safety instructions for the proper use of the disinfectant and/or cleaning agent before applying it to your product. Failure to comply may result in skin irritation or premature deterioration of upholstery and/or Travel Scooter finishes. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 35 Your Travel Scooter must be disposed of according to applicable local and national statutory regulations. Contact your local waste disposal agency or authorised Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of packaging, metal frame components, plastic components, electronics, and batteries. Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 36: Warranty

    Gradual deterioration in performance due to being left in a discharged state, left in cold conditions for long periods of time, or worn out through heavy use is not covered. SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service can be arranged by Pride. Please contact Pride for information on the current cost affecting service visits. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
  • Page 37 30.5 cm 30.5 cm - 35.5 cm 3.8 cm 102.31 cm 38 cm 42 cm 111.76 cm Turning Radius 50.16 cm Figure 17. Dimensions 6.3 cm 5 cm 17.78 cm 20.32 cm REAR FRONT Figure 18. Tyre Dimensions Travel Mate www.pridemobility.com...
  • Page 38: Appendix I: Specifications

    Due to manufacturing tolerances and continual product improvement, this specification can be subject to a variance of (+ or – ) 3 %. AGM or Gel-Cell type required. See IV. “Batteries and Charging.” NOTE: All specifications subject to change without notice. www.pridemobility.com Travel Mate...
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