Pride Mobility Go-Go, Owner'S Manual

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V I I . O P E R A T I O N
BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER
n Have you fully charged the batteries? See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”
n Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (backward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever
pushed forward unless you are manually pushing your scooter.
n Is the tiller lock knob in the unlocked position? See IX. “Disassembly and Assembly.”
GETTING ONTO YOUR SCOOTER
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
2. Stand at the side of your scooter.
3. Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
4. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
5. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
n Are you positioned comfortably in the seat?
n Is the seat at the proper height?
n Is the seat securely in place?
n Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See VIII. “Comfort Adjustments.”
n Is the key fully inserted into the key switch? See V. “Your Go-Go.”
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
After planning your route:
n Set the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed.
n Press your thumb against the appropriate 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.
n Pull on the right handgrip to steer your scooter to the right.
n Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
n Release the throttle control lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
n The electromechanical disc park brake automatically engages when your scooter comes to a stop.
NOTE: Your scooter’s reverse speed is slower then that of the forward speed you preset with the speed
adjustment dial.
GETTING OFF OF YOUR SCOOTER
1. Bring your scooter to a complete stop.
2. Remove the key from the key switch.
3. Carefully and safely get out of the seat to either side of your scooter.
WARNING! Never attempt to board or exit 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.