Operation - Pride Mobility Victory 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? 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 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. Disengage 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. Disengage the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
7. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
8. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
n Is the seat at the proper height? See VII. “Comfort Adjustments.”
n Is the seat locked securely in place?
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 turned clockwise to the “on” position?
n Does the 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
WARNING! The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating
your scooter:
n Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet
n Carrying passengers (including pets)
n Hanging any article from the tiller
n Towing or being pushed by another motorised vehicle
Such practices could cause loss of control and/or tipping, resulting in personal injury
and/or damage to your scooter.
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.
n Set the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed.
n Push or pull the appropriate side of the throttle control lever.
n The electromechanical disc park 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.
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V I . O P E R A T I O N
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