C O N T E N T S
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INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................5
III. INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................................7
IV. PRODUCT INFORMATION ....................................................................................................9
V. WARRANTY ..............................................................................................................................10
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I . I N T R O D U C T I O N
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Caddy Wheel-
chair Carrier. 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 guide before
using your wheelchair carrier 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 wheelchair carrier.
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Caddy
Wheelchair Carrier. 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 related literature issued by Pride or con-
tained on the Caddy Wheelchair Carrier itself.
INTERNET AND PRIVATE PURCHASES
If you purchased your product over the Internet or from a previous owner and you have any questions
about the safe use and/or maintenance of the product, please visit Pride’s web site
www.pridemobility.com or contact your authorized Pride Provider.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product
or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail,
refuse, or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the
safe use of this product.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Before using your wheelchair, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individ-
ually packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery, please contact your Pride Provider immediately.
Where damage has occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact the deliv-
ery company responsible.
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 wheelchair carrier, and about the service you received from
your authorized 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 new wheelchair
carrier. Please feel free to contact us at the address below:
USA:
Canada:
Pride Mobility Products Company
380 Vansickle Road
St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7
1-888-570-1113
Pride Mobility Products Corp.
Attn.: Customer Care Department
182 Susquehanna Avenue
Exeter, PA 18643-2694
1-800-424-8205
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this guide, contact
us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbols below are used on the wheelchair carrier to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and pro-
hibited actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum lifting capacity.
Do not use as a step.
Wheelchair carrier intended for use with unoccupied wheelchair. Do not use carrier
to lift people.
LIFTING CAPABILITIES
The Caddy Wheelchair Carrier is designed for a maximum weight allowance of 100 lbs. (45.35 kg). Under
no circumstances should the Caddy Wheelchair Carrier be made to exceed this weight limit. Subjecting
the wheelchair carrier to the strain of carrying more than it is designed to may cause it to fail, resulting in
damage to the wheelchair and/or the user. Refer to the wheelchair owner’s manual for information on the
overall weight of the chair.
WARNING! Prevent vehicle damage! Do not exceed the load limits of your vehicle or hitch
system as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
WARNING! Adding accessories will increase the weight of your wheelchair. Verify with
your authorized Pride Provider that the total weight of your wheelchair, including
additions, does not exceed the maximum weight allowance.
WARNING! The Caddy Wheelchair Carrier is intended for the transport of unoccupied
wheelchairs only. Attaching anything other than a wheelchair to the carrier is done at the
user’s own risk. Pride accepts no liability for damage or injury resulting from such use.
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INSTALLATION
Your Caddy Wheelchair Carrier is designed to be mounted to a vehicle hitch system. Before installation,
ensure that the hitch shows no signs of rust or wear and that the front and rear vehicle suspension is
acceptable. If any vehicle alterations are necessary, make sure that you fully understand the instructions
for drilling or cutting before making any alterations.
WARNING! Before drilling or cutting into the vehicle, make absolutely certain through
visual inspection that there are no obstructions in the path of the drill bit, such as the
fuel tank, exhaust pipes, or electrical wires.
INSPECTION
Before using the Caddy Wheelchair Carrier, check the device for wear or damage. Contact your authorized
Pride Provider for repair or replacement. Regularly inspect the metal components for scratches. Treat any
problem areas with a rust inhibitor or metal sealant.
TRANSPORT VEHICLE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! Make sure your vehicle is parked on flat, level ground before attempting to
load or remove a wheelchair onto or from the carrier.
WARNING! Use extreme caution when driving with the carrier installed on your vehicle.
Be aware that the carrier extends away from the back of the vehicle and extra clearance
is needed when backing up, turning, parking, or driving through driveway entrances/
exits. Drive slowly when negotiating pot holes, road bumps, and railroad tracks.
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CADDY WHEELCHAIR CARRIER INSTALLATION
The Caddy Wheelchair Carrier is designed to be easily installed into any vehicle equipped with a Class 1,
Class 2, or Class 3 hitch receiver. The hitch receiver should be installed no more than 20 in. (50.8 cm) from
the bottom of the hitch tube to the ground. If your vehicle is equipped with a Class 2 or Class 3 hitch tube
receiver, a Class 1 hitch adapter will need to be installed. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for more
information.
NOTE: Once installed, the wheelchair carrier may obstruct the view of the vehicle license plate.
Research the local laws for license plate obstruction in your area before installing the wheelchair car-
rier.
HITCH TUBE RECEIVER
HITCH TUBE ADAPTER
HITCH BAR ASSEMBLY
1. Install the hitch tube to the vehicle hitch tube 2. Attach the hitch bar assembly to the hitch tube.
receiver. Insert the hitch bolt from the passen-
ger’s side through to the driver’s side of the
hitch.
WARNING! Threading the hitch bolt from the wrong side or allowing the bolt to turn while
tightening the nut will dislodge the threaded insert in the hitch tube.
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VERTICAL HOOK POST
FRONT CASTER BRACKET
3. Install the front caster bracket and secure with
the detent pin.
4. Install the vertical hook post.
5. Remove the front riggings from the wheelchair 6. Lift the folded wheelchair and place the front
and fold the chair. Refer to the wheelchair
owner’s manual for more information.
caster wheels in the front caster bracket. Secure
the wheelchair handles over the vertical hook
post.
WARNING! Engage the park brakes on the wheelchair to prevent unintended movement.
Refer to the wheelchair owner’s manual for more information.
WARNING! Make sure the wheelchair is properly secured to the carrier before transport.
It is the responsibility of the carrier user to ensure proper wheelchair securement.
WARNING! Lifting weight beyond your physical capability can result in personal injury.
Ask for assistance if necessary when attaching the wheelchair to the carrier.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your wheelchair carrier 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 inspection and maintenance at
your authorized Pride Provider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and mainte-
nance.
90-Day Maintenance Schedule
„ Torque the hitch bolt.
„ Check the wheelchair carrier for loose or damaged parts. Have your authorized Pride Provider repair
or replace any problem parts before using the carrier.
General Cleaning Guidelines
The wheelchair carrier can be hand washed along with the vehicle with soap and water. However, auto-
matic drive-through car washes should be avoided as they may interfere with and cause damage to the
carrier.
Wheelchair Carrier Metal Components
„ Check the wheelchair carrier for wear or damage. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for repair or
replacement.
„ Regularly inspect the metal carrier components for scratches. Treat any problem areas with a rust
inhibitor or metal sealant.
If your wheelchair carrier is exhibiting wear that you feel is questionable in any way, contact your autho-
rized Pride Provider immediately. Do not attempt to repair, adjust, or modify the manufacturer settings and
materials.
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Weight Allowance
Total Weight of Carrier
100 lbs. (45.35 kg)
15 lbs. (6.8 kg)
Maximum Hitch to Ground Clearance
20 in. (50.8 cm)
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V . W A R R A N T Y
THREE-YEAR TRANSFERABLE LIMITED WARRANTY
For three (3) years from the date of purchase, Pride Mobility Products will repair or replace at our option,
free of charge, any mechanical or electrical component found upon examination by an authorized repre-
sentative of Pride to be defective in material and/or workmanship.
This warranty does not extend to those items, which may require replacement due to normal wear and tear.
„ Labor, service calls, shipping, and other charges incurred for repair of the product, unless specifically
authorized by Pride Mobility Products IN ADVANCE, are excluded.
Exclusions also include components with damage caused by:
„ Contamination
„ Abuse, misuse, accident, or negligence
„ Battery fluid spillage or leakage
„ Commercial use, or use other than normal
„ Improper operation, maintenance, or storage
„ Repairs and/or modifications made to any part without specific consent from Pride Mobility Products.
„ Circumstances beyond the control of Pride
SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE
An authorized Pride Mobility Products Provider must perform warranty service. Do not return faulty parts
to Pride Mobility Products without prior written authorization. All transportation costs and shipping dam-
age incurred while submitting parts for repair or replacement is the responsibility of the purchaser.
Failure to follow the instructions, warnings, and notes in the owner’s manual and those located on your
Pride lift product can result in personal injury or product damage and will void Pride’s product warranty.
There is no other express warranty.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one (1) year from the date of purchase and to the extent permitted by law. Any and all
implied warranties are excluded. This is the exclusive remedy. Liabilities for consequential damages
under any and all warranties are excluded.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. The above limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you.
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Please fill out and return the product registration card to Pride Mobility Products. This will aid Pride in
providing the best possible technical and customer service.
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