Pride Hurricane Manuel utilisateur

Owner’s Manual

21 Healey Road

Dandenong, 3175

Victoria, Australia ACN # 088 09 1

www.pridemobility.com

The Ultimate In Style & Performance

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INFMANU1697/REV E/OCTOBER 2002

SAFETY GUIDELINES

Please read and follow all instructions in this owners manual before attempting to operate your scooter

for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you require additional

assistance for set-up, contact your authorised Pride provider.

Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and

instructions in this owners manual. Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your own good

judgement and or common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver, and or healthcare profes-

sional. Pride is not responsible for injuries and or damage resulting from any persons failure to follow

the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this owners manual. Pride is not responsible for injuries and

or damage resulting from any persons failure to exercise good judgement and or common sense.

The symbols below are used throughout this owners manual to identify warnings and cautions. It is

very important for you to read and understand them completely.

WARNING! Failure to heed the warnings in this owners manual may result in personal injury.

CAU ION! Failure to heed the cautions in this owners manual may result in damage to your

scooter.

Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.

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CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4

II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6

III. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 5

IV. YOUR HURRICANE ................................................................................................................. 7

V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 24

VI. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 28

VII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 30

VIII. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................... 33

IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................. 36

X. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 37

XI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 39

XII. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................... 4

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I. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new

Pride Scooter. Your scooter design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, at-

tractive styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation will add convenience to your

daily living and ensure complete satisfaction.

At Pride, your safety is important to us. Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before

you attempt to operate your Hurricane for the first time. These instructions were produced for your benefit.

Your understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new Pride Hurricane.

Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of unsafe use of a Pride Scooter. Pride is

also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person and/or user to

follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations

contained in other Hurricane related literature issued by Pride or contained on the Pride Scooter itself.

This owners manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of

publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any changes to our products may

cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product you have purchased.

If you experience any problems with your Hurricane that you are unable to solve, or if you do not feel capable of safely

following any of the instructions and/or recommendations as contained in this manual, please contact your authorised

Pride provider for assistance.

Once you understand how to operate and take care of your Hurricane, we are certain that it will give you years of

trouble-free service and enjoyment.

Information Exchange

We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear about the

safety and reliability of your new Pride Scooter and the service you received from your authorised Pride provider.

Please notify us of any change of address so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new

products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your Pride Scooter. Please feel free to write

us at the address below:

Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd.

2 Healey Road

Dandenong, 3 75

Victoria, Australia

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I. INTRODUCTION

My Authorised Pride Provider Is:

Name:_______________________________________________________________________________

Address:_____________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number:________________________________________________________________________

Quick Reference Information:

Model:______________________________________________________________________________

Serial Number:__________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________

NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or your copy of this manual, e-mail or write to us

and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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GENERAL

WARNING! Do not operate your new Hurricane for the first time without completely reading and

understanding this owners manual.

Your Hurricane is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an

extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the Hurricane user. Please be aware that the final

selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of Hurricane to be used is the responsibility of the Hurricane

user who is capable of making such a decision and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical

therapist, etc.).

The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the

Hurricane to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorised Pride provider

in the instruction process for the use of the product.

There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the Hurricane user will need to practice

operating the Hurricane in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family

member or care professional specially trained in assisting a Hurricane user in various daily living activities.

As you begin using your Hurricane during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will

need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver

through doorways, on and off elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.

Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to

operating the Hurricane safely.

MODIFICATIONS

Pride has designed and engineered your Hurricane to provide maximum mobility and utility. A wide range of

accessories is available from your Pride provider to further customise your Hurricane to better suit your needs and/

or preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or

function of your Hurricane.

WARNING! Do not modify your Hurricane in any way not authorised by Pride. Unauthorised modifi-

cations may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Hurricane.

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PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK

Get to know the feel of your Hurricane and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check

before each use to make sure your Hurricane operates smoothly and safely. For details on how to perform these

necessary inspections, see XI. Care and Maintenance.

Perform the following inspections prior to using your Hurricane:

nCheck for proper tyre inflation. Maintain 30-35 psi in each tyre (if equipped with pneumatic tyres).

nCheck all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.

nCheck all controller connections to the electronics module. Make sure they are secured properly.

nCheck the brakes.

nCheck battery charge.

WARNING! It is critically important that 30-35 psi tyre pressure be maintained in pneumatic tyres at

all times. Failure to maintain 30-35 psi tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result in

catastrophic tyre and/or wheel failure, causing serious personal injury and/or damage to your Hur-

ricane.

WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your Hurricane. Carrying passengers on your Hurricane

may result in personal injury and/or property damage.

If you discover a problem, contact your authorised Pride provider for assistance.

WEIGHT LIMITATIONS

Your scooter is rated for a maximum 8 kg weight limit.

INCLINE INFORMATION

More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination, designed for easy and safe access.

Some ramps may have turning switchbacks ( 80-degree turns) that require you to have good cornering skills on

your Hurricane.

nProceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.

nTake wide swings with your Hurricanes front wheels around any tight corners. If you do that, the Hurricanes

rear wheels will follow a wide arc, not cut the corner short, and not bump into or get hung up on any railing

corners.

nWhen driving down a ramp, keep the Hurricanes speed adjustment dial set to the slowest speed setting to

ensure a safely controlled descent. See IV. Your Hurricane. 

nAvoid sudden stops and starts.

WARNING! Exceeding the weight limit voids your warranty and may result in personal injury and

damage to your Hurricane. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage

resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.

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II. SAFETY

When climbing an incline, try to keep your Hurricane moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly, and then

accelerate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so by setting the speed adjustment dial to the slowest

setting and driving in the forward direction only. If your Hurricane starts to move down the incline faster than you

anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the throttle control lever. Then push the

throttle control lever forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.

WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than that shown in figure 1 may put

your Hurricane in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.

WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline.

Drive your Hurricane straight up the incline. his greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.

Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.

WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered

with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leaves).

WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the Hurricane in freewheel mode

while seated on it or standing next to it.

FIGURE 1. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE ANGLES

68 kg-136 kg

12.3% 158 kg-181 kg

10.5%

Handicap public access ramps are not subject to government regulation in all countries, and therefore do not

necessarily share the same standard percent of slope. Other inclines may be natural or, if man-made, not designed

specifically for scooters. Figure illustrates your scooters stability and its ability to climb grades under various

weight loads and under controlled testing conditions.

These tests were conducted with the Hurricanes seat in the highest position and adjusted rearward on the seat

base to its farthest rearward position. Use this information as a guideline. Your Hurricanes ability to travel up

inclines is affected by your weight, your Hurricanes speed, your angle of approach to the incline, and your Hurricanes

setup.

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FIGURE 3. INCREASED STABILITY DRIVING POSITION

FIGURE 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 Hurricane toward the front of the Hurricane for improved stability.

WARNING! Do not exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this

manual.

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 Hurricane from tipping.

WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. When using your Hurricane at higher

speeds, do not corner sharply. his greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. o avoid personal

injury or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering.

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BRAKING INFORMATION

Your Hurricane is equipped with two powerful brake systems:

. Regenerative: Uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the throttle control lever returns to the center/

stop position; and

2. 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.

Brake engagement is far more abrupt at higher speeds. It is important that you know when the brakes will engage,

and that you are braced for the resulting deceleration.

WARNING! Your Hurricane can decelerate very quickly. Do not decelerate or turn abruptly when

traveling at high speed unless absolutely necessary. If it is absolutely necessary to decelerate or

turn abruptly when traveling at high speed, brace yourself by gripping the tiller tightly and planting

your feet firmly against the floorboard. Users who cannot grip the tiller tightly and/or plant their feet

firmly against the floorboard should avoid decelerating from or turning abruptly at high speed, and

therefore should avoid traveling at high speed. Serious personal injury and property damage can

result from falling forward as your Hurricane decelerates quickly unless you brace yourself firmly.

STATIONARY OBSTACLES (STEPS, KERBS, ETC.)

Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges, and/or drop-offs (kerbs,

porches, stairs, etc.).

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Hurricane climb or descend an obstacle that is inordinately

high. Serious personal injury and/or damage may result.

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Hurricane proceed rearward down any step, kerb, or other

obstacle. his may cause the Hurricane to tip and cause personal injury.

OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES

Your Hurricane is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditionsdry, level surfaces

composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognises that there will be times when you will

encounter other surface types. For this reason, your Hurricane is designed to perform admirably on packed soil,

grass, and gravel. Feel free to use your Hurricane safely on lawns and in park areas.

nReduce your Hurricanes speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.

nAvoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear.

nAvoid loosely packed gravel and sand.

nIf you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.

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