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Outlander Series
Including Models/Incluant des modèles:
Outlander, Outlander DE, Outlander LP, and
Outlander XL
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Outlander Series www.pridemobility.com
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SAFETY GUIDELINES WARNING! An authorized Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this lift and must perform all of the instructions in this manual. The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the product to identify warnings and important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either
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CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................4 II. SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................5 III. INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................10 IV. OPERATION ...............................................
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I. INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new lift system. The lift system design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, attractive styl- ing. 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 instructions in this manual before operating your lift sys
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II. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the lift system to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely. Do not sit on mobility device while activating lift or during transport. Do not open the swing-away hitch adapter with a mobility device on the lift. Crush Hazard—Pinch/crush points created during assembly and opertion. Keep hands clear. Crush Hazard—Moving lift can crush. Keep feet c
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II. SAFETY Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly install an approved 3-pronged adaptor to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access. Do not connect an extension cord to the charger cord. Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the lift system while the batteries are charging. Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Main- tain and store in a clean and dry condition. Keep tools and other metal objects
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II. SAFETY Disposal and recycling - Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. NOTICE! Enter platform where noted. 7 Outlander Series www.pridemobility.com
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II. SAFETY LIFTING CAPABILITIES The lift system is an electromechanical device designed to lift various types of mobility devices for the purpose of vehicle transport. The Outlander is designed for use with Class II, Class III, or Class IV hitches. Check the hitch capabilities of your vehicle prior to use. Under no circumstances should the lift system be made to exceed this weight limit. Subjecting the lift system to the strain of hoisting more than it is designed to lift may cause it to fail, r
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II. SAFETY HITCH CLASS INFORMATION Hitches come in a variety of sizes and are desig- nated by class. The classes range from Class I to Class IV. A heavier load requires a larger class, which has a higher tongue weight. Tongue weight is the amount of weight (downward force) that the load puts on the hitch. See figure 1. Figure 1. Tongue Weight Pressure Point The combined weight of your lift and mobility device gives you the minimum tongue weight for your application. Exceeding the tongue weight o
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III. INSTALLATION LIFT SYSTEM INSTALLATION The Outlander is designed to be easily installed into any vehicle equipped with a Class II, Class III or Class IV hitch receiver. The hitch receiver should be installed no higher than 21 in. (53.34 cm) from the bottom of the hitch tube to the ground. WARNING! The lift system should be installed by an authorized Pride Provider or service technician only. Follow these steps to install the lock-down arm: 1. Lay the lift system flat on the floor. NOTE: If y
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III. INSTALLATION CLEVIS PIN TENSION BOLT Figure 5. Tension Bolt and Clevis Pin Adjustment Follow these steps to install the lift system: LIFT FRAME 1. Remove the preassembled mounting hardware from the hitch tube. 2. Mount the hitch tube to the lift frame using the previ- ously removed mounting hardware. Install the hard- HITCH TUBE ware in the direction indicated in figure 6. 3. Slide the hitch tube into the vehicle hitch receiver, aligning the mounting hole closest to the lift with the moun
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III. INSTALLATION WARNING! Route the wiring harness through the vehicle rather than under the vehicle to avoid coming in contact with sharp edges, extreme temperatures, moving parts, and roadway debris including road salt and other highly corrosive materials. Power shorts may occur if wires come in contact with hot exhaust parts or sharp edges. WARNING! Never attach the wiring harness to a secondary power source. Do not attempt to use trailer wiring to power the lift system. The wiring harness m
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III. INSTALLATION License Plate Holder The license plate holder should be rotated to the upright position during installation. See figure 9. 1. Pull the pivot weldment out to disengage keyway. You may need to loosen the pivot nut with a 3/4- in. socket wrench. See figure 9A. 2. Rotate the license plate holder to its upright position. Once in the upright position, the license plate holder will automatically lock into place. See figure 9. 3. Ensure the keyway is engaged then tighten the pivot nut
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III. INSTALLATION Wheel Chock Installation Your lift is supplied with four adjustable wheel chocks, WHEEL CHOCK TOP that when installed, aid in centering your mobility device during loading. Follow these steps to install the wheel chocks: 1. Drive your mobility device onto the lift platform, positioning it as near to the center as possible. 2. Position the wheel chocks on the platform. Scooters: Place a wheel chock in front of the front wheel(s) and behind the rear wheels or behind the front wh
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IV. OPERATION LIFT SYSTEM OPERATION WARNING! The lift system is intended for the transport of mobility devices only. The mobility device must be unoccupied before operating the lift. WARNING! Do not exceed the load limits of your vehicle or hitch system as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. WARNING! Use extreme caution when driving with the lift installed on your vehicle. Be aware that the lift extends away from the back of the vehicle and extra clearance is needed when backing up, turning,
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IV. OPERATION WARNING! Never leave a mobility device in manual freewheel mode during lift system transport, as the mobility device could roll. 3. Secure the mobility device to the platform using either the retractable tie-down straps (see figure 14) for power chairs or the automatic lock-down arm for scooters. Squeeze together the release and adjustment levers on the retractable tie-down strap and simultaneously bring both levers forward to a 90-degree position until they “click” into place. Se
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IV. OPERATION 4. Raise the lift platform by turning and holding the key in the counterclockwise direction. See figure 13. Continue to raise the lift until the motor stops, then release the key. NOTE: As the lift platform rises, the automatic lock-down arm activates to secure the scooter to the lift platform. You may need to adjust the scooter’s tiller position to prevent interference with the smooth operation of the automatic lock-down arm. NOTE: The motor will stop automatically at the top of i
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V. BATTERY CHARGING BATTERY CHARGING Follow these steps to charge the onboard battery: 1. Remove the onboard battery from the battery case and place it near a standard electrical outlet. 2. Plug the charger cord into the mating socket located on the bottom of the battery case, then connect the char- ger cord to a standard electrical outlet. See figure 20. NOTE: It is recommended that you replace the battery every 3–5 years. Store the battery in a moisture-free environment when not in use. MANDAT
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V. BATTERY CHARGING BATTERY REPLACEMENT WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves and wash hands after handling. MANDATORY! Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. WARNING! Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. WARNING! Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. Contact with tools can cause electrical shock. WARNING! Connect the battery harnesses i
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VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your lift system requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below, you may schedule T-BAR INNER-TELESCOPING TUBE inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride Pro- vider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/ or care and maintenance. Daily Maintenance Schedule This lift system may come equipped with any of the securement devices listed below.
