Pride Dynamo - Operation

22 Dynamo
VII. OPERATION
GETTING ON YOUR DYNAMO
n Make certain that the key is removed from the key switch.
n Stand at the side of your Dynamo.
n Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until it is facing you.
n Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
n Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.
n Push down on the seat lock lever and rotate the seat until you are facing forward.
n Make certain that the seat is locked securely in position.
n Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.
n Follow the checklist below. Familiarize yourself with this checklist, since some of the checks must be
performed before you get on your Dynamo.
PRE-RIDE ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS
ü Have you fully charged the batteries? See VI. Batteries and Charging.
ü Is the manual freewheel lever in the drive (forward) position? Never leave the manual freewheel
lever pushed rearward unless you are manually pushing your Dynamo. See V. Description.
ü Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?
ü Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?
ü Are you positioned comfortably in the seat? See Getting On Your Dynamo above.
ü Is the seat at the proper height? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
ü Is the seat locked securely in place? See VIII. Comfort Adjustments.
ü Is the tiller handle at a comfortable setting and locked securely in place? See VIII. Comfort
Adjustments.
ü Is the key fully inserted into the key switch? See V. Description.
ü Is the speed adjustment dial set to a lower setting? See V. Description.
ü Are you grasping the handgrips with a thumb resting on each side of the throttle lever? See V.
Description.
ü Does your Dynamos horn work properly?
OPERATING YOUR DYNAMO
After planning your route:
n Adjust the speed adjustment dial on the control console assembly to your desired speed.
n Press your thumb against the appropriate throttle lever.
n The electric brake automatically disengages and the Dynamo accelerates smoothly to the speed you
preselected with the speed adjustment dial.
WHETHER YOU ARE DRIVING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE:
n Pull on the left handgrip to steer your Dynamo to the left.
n Pull on the right handgrip to steer your Dynamo to the right.
n Move the tiller to the center position to drive straight ahead.
n Release the throttle lever to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
n The electric brake automatically engages when your Dynamo comes to a stop.