Pride Mobility XL-8 Mobility Scooter User Manual


 
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II. SAFETY
Figure 3. Increased Stability Driving PositionFigure 2. Normal Driving Position
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 scooter toward the front of the scooter for improved stability.
NOTE: When negotiating ramps, if the throttle control lever is released while moving forward, the
scooter may “rollback” approximately 30.5 cm (1 foot) before the brake engages. If the throttle control
lever is released while moving in reverse, the scooter may “rollback” approximately 1 meter (3 feet)
before the brake engages.
Cornering Information
Excessively high cornering speeds can create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility of
tipping include, but are not limited to, cornering speed, steering angle (how sharply you are turning), uneven road
surfaces, inclined road surfaces, riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction (such as passing from
a grassy area to a paved area – especially at high speed while turning), and abrupt directional changes. High
cornering speeds are not recommended. If you feel that you may tip over in a corner, reduce your speed and
steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your scooter from tipping.
WARNING!
When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your scooter at higher
speeds, do not corner sharply. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. To avoid
personal injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering.
Braking Information
Your scooter is equipped with these powerful brake systems:
! Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center/
stop position.
! Disc Park Brake: Activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop, or when
power is removed from the system for any reason.
! Handbrake: Gives you additional stopping power when you squeeze it.