Operation - Pride Mobility PMV Serie Manual Del Propietário

BEFORE GETTING ONTO YOUR PMV
 Have you fully charged the batteries? See III. "Batteries and Charging."
 Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (rearward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever
pushed forward unless you are manually pushing your PMV.
GETTING ONTO YOUR PMV
1. Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
WARNING! Never attempt to get onto or off of your PMV without first removing the key
from the key switch. This will prevent the PMV from moving if accidental throttle control
lever contact is made.
2. Stand at the side of your PMV.
3. Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you.
4. Make certain that the seat is fixed securely in position.
5. Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
6. Disengage the seat rotation lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
7. Make certain that the seat is fixed securely in position.
8. Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
 Is the seat at the proper height? See V. "Comfort Adjustments."
 Is the seat fixed securely in position?
 Is the tiller at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See V. "Comfort Adjustments."
 Is the key fully inserted into the key switch and turned clockwise to the "on" position?
 Does the horn work properly?
 Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
 Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
OPERATING YOUR PMV
WARNING! The following can adversely affect steering and stability while operating your
PMV, resulting in loss of control, tipping, and/or personal injury:
Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet
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Carrying passengers (including pets)
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Hanging any article from the tiller
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Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle
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WARNING! Tipping Risk! Avoid abrupt maneuvers at excessive speed. It is recommended
that you set the speed adjustment dial to the lowest setting until you become familiar
with PMV controls and operation.
WARNING! PMV braking distances are greater on an incline than on the horizontal.
WARNING! Keep both hands on the tiller and your feet on the floorboard at all times
while operating your PMV. This driving position gives you the most control over your
vehicle.
 Set the speed adjustment dial to your desired speed.
 Push or pull the appropriate side of the throttle control lever.
 The electromechanical disc park brake automatically disengages and the PMV accelerates smoothly to
the speed you preselected with the speed adjustment dial.
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I V . O P E R A T I O N
PMV Series