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II. SAFETY
MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT
Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your PMV while traveling in a motor vehicle. The
PMV should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and
properly secured. In addition, all removable PMV parts, including the armrests, seat, and shroud should be
removed and/or properly secured during motor vehicle transport.
WARNING! Although your PMV may be equipped with a positioning belt, this belt is not
designed to provide restraint during motor vehicle transport. Anyone traveling in a motor
vehicle should be properly secured in the motor vehicle seat with safety belts fastened
securely.
WARNING! Do not sit on your PMV while it is in a moving vehicle.
WARNING! Always be sure your PMV and its batteries are properly secured when it is
being transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position, and protective
caps should be installed on the battery terminals. Batteries should not be transported
with any flammable or combustible items.
POSITIONING BELTS
Your authorized Pride Provider, therapist(s), and other healthcare professionals are responsible for deter-
mining your requirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your PMV safely.
WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your PMV, make sure it is
fastened securely in order to reduce the possibility of a fall from the PMV.
GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR PMV
Getting onto and off of your PMV requires a good sense of balance. Please observe the following safety
tips when getting onto and off of your PMV:
Remove the key from the key switch.
Ensure that your PMV is not in freewheel mode. See III. “Your PMV.”
Ensure that the seat is secured into place.
Pivot the armrests up to make getting onto and off of the PMV easier.
WARNING! Position yourself as far back as possible in the PMV seat to prevent the PMV
from tipping and causing injury.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the PMV armrests and do not use the
armrests for weight bearing purposes, such as transfers. Such use may cause the PMV
to tip, resulting in a fall from the PMV.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the floorboard. Such use may cause the
PMV to tip.
REACHING AND BENDING
Avoid reaching or bending while driving your PMV. Bending forward creates the risk of accidental throttle
control lever contact. Bending to the side while seated creates the risk of tipping. It is important to maintain
a stable center of gravity and keep the PMV from tipping. Pride recommends that the PMV user determine
his/her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified attendant.
WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the
PMV deck or from either side of the PMV. Movements such as these may change your
center of gravity and the weight distribution of the PMV and cause your PMV to tip.
WARNING! Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware that loose fitting
clothing can become caught in drive tires.