Pride Mobility Sidekick Mobility Aid User Manual


 
7Sidekick
These tests were conducted with the Sidekicks seat in the highest position and adjusted backward on the seat
base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Sidekicks ability to travel up
inclines is affected by your weight, your scooters speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your scooter
setup.
n When you approach an incline, it is best to lean forward. See figures 2 and 3. This shifts the center of gravity of
you and your Sidekick toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.
WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented
in this manual.
DRIVING SURFACES
Your Sidekick was designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions; dry, level surfaces
composed of concrete or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will operate your
Sidekick on surfaces other than concrete or asphalt. For that reason, we also designed your Sidekick to perform
admirably on packed soil, grass, and gravel.
n Feel free to use your Sidekick safely on lawns and in park areas.
n Avoid tall grass that can entangle the running gear.
n Packed soil and gravel, such as driveways or roads, present no problem for your Sidekick.
n Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand.
n If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.
n Do not operate your new Sidekick for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owners
manual.
n Do not carry passengers on your Sidekick.
n Do not leave the key in the switch when your Sidekick is unattended.
FIGURE 2. NORMAL DRIVING POSITION
FIGURE 3. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION
II. SAFETY