Pride Mobility Sidekick Mobility Aid User Manual


 
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Sidekick
Do not expose the control console assembly to moisture. In the event that the control console assembly does
become exposed to moisture, do not attempt to operate your Sidekick until the control console assembly has
thoroughly dried.
Key Switch
n Fully insert the key into the key switch to power up (turn on) your Sidekick.
n Pull the key out to power down (turn off) your Sidekick.
Speed Adjustment Dial
This adjustment dial enables you to preselect and limit your Sidekicks top speed.
n The image of the tortoise represents the slowest speed setting.
n The image of the hare represents the fastest speed setting.
Throttle Control Lever
This lever allows you to control the forward speed and the reverse speed of your Sidekick up to the maximum
speed you preset with the speed adjustment dial.
n Place your right hand on the right handgrip and your left hand on the left handgrip.
n Use your right thumb to push the right side of the lever to disengage your Sidekicks brakes and move forward.
n Release the lever and allow your Sidekick to come to a complete stop before pushing the other side of the lever
to move in reverse.
n When the throttle is completely released, it automatically returns to the center stop position and engages your
Sidekicks brakes.
Battery Condition Meter
Whenever you have the key fully inserted, this meter gives an approximate reading of your Sidekicks battery
voltage.
Horn Button
n The key must be fully inserted into the key switch for the horn to be operational.
n This button activates a warning horn.
n Do not hesitate to use the warning horn when its use could prevent accident or injury.
Light Switch(Optional)
This switch controls your Sidekicks lighting system.
n Press this switch once to turn on the lights.
n Press it again to turn off the lights.
WARNING! If the key is removed from the key switch while your Sidekick is in motion, the
electronic brakes engage and your Sidekick comes to an abrupt stop!
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