Operation - Pride RALLY 3 Owner's Manual

BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER
n Have you fully charged the batteries? See V. “Batteries and Charging.”
n Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (down) position?
WARNING! Never leave the manual freewheel lever pulled up 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 your scooter without first removing the key from the key
switch. This prevents the scooter from moving if accidental throttle control lever contact is made.
2. Stand at the side of your scooter.
3. Push forward 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. Fasten the lap belt, if equipped.
7. Push forward on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
8. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
9. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
n Are you positioned comfortably in the seat? See “Getting Onto Your Scooter,” above.
n Is the seat at the proper height? See VII. “ Comfort Adjustments.”
n Is the seat locked securely in place? See VII. “Comfort Adjustments.”
n Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See VII. “Comfort Adjustments.”
n Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and in the on position? See IV. “Your Rally.”
n Does your scooter’s horn work properly?
n Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
n Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
OPERATING YOUR SCOOTER
After planning your route:
n Adjust the speed adjustment dial on the control console assembly to your desired speed.
n Press your thumb against the appropriate throttle control lever.
n The electric brake automatically disengages and the scooter accelerates smoothly to the speed you
preselected with the speed adjustment dial.
n Pull on the left handgrip to steer your scooter to the left.
n Pull on the right handgrip to steer your scooter to the right.
n Move the tiller to the centre position to drive straight ahead.
n Release the throttle control lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
n The electric brake automatically engages when your scooter comes to a stop.
NOTE: The rear-wheel drive transaxle gives your scooter maximum traction with minimal steering effort
on your part.
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