Scooter stops after about 3 mile as if battery dead

The most likely reason is that you have bad batteries that weren't looked after before you got it. Take it to an Interstate Battery outlet and they will test the batteries for free. It literally takes 2 minutes.

try this
search --operators manual for ( you put in make and model) mobility scooter
if there is one available in pdf version , download it
you could go to a shop that specializes in mobility scooters and other equipment for the disabled as many have loan scooters and have a repair facility especially for scooters

Sounds like you have a charging issue and the reason it dies is because the ignition has drained the battery dead.

Sounds like either the battery or charger is not working properly. If the machine has been sitting around for a long time without charging the battery then the battery may not hold a full charge, I would pull the batteries and have them checked out and see if they are charging up to snuff. Fully charge them before you get them tested. There should be no charge to check them.

The E100 is a Kick Start scooter, the Rear Wheel has to be Spun for it to start. This scooter will not start from a motionless position.

Could be the battery.
Put the Scooter on a block so the rear tire is raised. Remove the standing plate to reveal the battery compartment.
Charge the Unit completely

1. Using a multimeter measure the voltage across the batteries. If the voltage is below 20 volts batteries are dead - Replace batteries.
2. Now for a running test. Turn the throttle and spin the rear tire to preform a kick start. Still measuring the voltage. If the voltage is Below 20 volts or if the voltage drops quickly batteries are dead - Replace batteries.
3. If the voltage is remaining around 24 volts for a long period - then you could have connector problems, clean and tighten all connectors.
I use a fiberglass electronic cleaning brush, as contact cleaners leave residue that interfere with electrical connections.

See my other posts for E100

It can be any number of things.

1. Batteries are bad. Just because they are new, does not make them good or batteries you placed in the scooter are a lower (a.h.) than what is recommended by manufacturer.
2. short in the front/rear harness.
3. short in console.
4. park brake issue.
5. Thermal rollback.

It is an issue that a Technician should look at.

The motor is overheating. The service manual will tell you how to test. Pride has a service manual you can download from their website.

Hi ,then there must be a broken connection link the batteries ?

Regards
Rob

www.gewizrepairs.co.uk

damaged starter switch

Hi roybruce
Sounds exactly like a brake problem.
To check this run the scooter as far as it will go untill it shuts down or 10 minutes which ever occurs first.
Then being careful not to get burned touch very carefully with your finger the brake. Located at the end of your motor attached to the free wheel lever.
This could be very hot so be careful.
If the brake or motor is hot replace the brake. If the brake is cool to the touch you could have low voltage. Have your batteries load tested to make sure. Replace batteries if needed.

Good Luck
Tim