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SAFETY GUIDELINES WARNING! A Quantum Rehab specialist or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this power chair and must perform all of the procedures in this manual. The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chair 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.
CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................... 4 II. SAFETY ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 III. YOUR POWER CHAIR ........................................................................................................................ 17 IV. ASSEMBLY..........................
I. INTRODUCTION SAFETY WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Once you understand how to safely operate and care for your power chair, it should give you years of trouble free operation and service.
II. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the power chair to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely. Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual. Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging. Maximum seating weight. Keep your hands away from the tires when driving.
II. SAFETY Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it. Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it. Do not connect an extension cord to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger. Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access. Wear safety goggles. Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. 6 www.quantumrehab.
II. SAFETY This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m. Explosive conditions exist! Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
Battery charger for indoor use only. Disposal and recycling - Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging. Locked and in drive mode. Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode. Unlocked and in freewheel mode. Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on a decline.
II. SAFETY GENERAL GUIDELINES MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual. Your power chair 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 power chair user.
II. SAFETY Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. MANDATORY! Stay within the specified weight capacity of your power chair. Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations. WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your power chair.
II. SAFETY WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your power chair. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, all handicap public access ramps are required to have a maximum slope of 5° (8.7%).
II. SAFETY Public Streets and Roadways WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your power chair. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme caution.
II. SAFETY Stairs and Escalators Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator. WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators. Doors ! Determine if the door opens toward or away from you. ! Drive your power chair gently and slowly forward to push the door open. Or drive your power chair gently and slowly backward to pull the door open.
II. SAFETY Batteries In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more information about your power chair’s batteries, see VI. “Batteries and Charging.” WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling. WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table.
II. SAFETY Transfers Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance. Always have an attendant or healthcare professional present while learning to properly transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, Pride recommends that you or a trained attendant perform the following tasks before attempting a transfer: ! Turn off the power to the controller. ! Ensure your power chair is not in freewheel mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.
II. SAFETY Alcohol/Smoking The power chair user must exercise care and common sense when operating his/her power chair. This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol or while smoking. WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR THE QUANTUM 600 SERIES POWER CHAIR Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the power base assembly. See figure 5. Typically, the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The power base assembly includes two motor/brake assemblies, two drive wheels, four caster wheels, two batteries, and wiring harnesses. See figure 5, 6, and 7.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR REAR SHROUD FASTENERS TRAPEZE BARS FRONT COVER MOTOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY Figure 6. The Quantum 600 Series Power Base Electrical Components The electrical components are located inside the power base. The ammeter and the charger power cord receptacle for the optional onboard charger are located on the right side of the power base. The main circuit breaker is located on the front of the battery tray. The controller connector(s) are located inside the power base. See figure 7.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR Controller Connector: This is where the controller connects to the power base. Each controller uses a different type of cable. Regardless of which type of controller is used, the cable must be secured to the seat assembly and not allowed to drag on the floor. Main Circuit Breaker: The main circuit breaker is a safety feature built into your power chair. When the batteries and the motors are heavily strained (e.g.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR Manual Freewheel Levers Your power chair has a manual freewheel lever on each motor. Manual freewheel levers enable you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. There are two different types of manual freewheel levers that your power chair may be equipped with based on the drive motor configuration. See figures 8a, 8b, 9a, and 9b.
I V. ASSEMBLY INITIAL ASSEMBLY Your power chair may require some assembly either before initial use or after transportation. It may also require disassembly to make some comfort adjustments. Figure 10 details those parts of the power chair that are designed to be disassembled and assembled by an end user or by a qualified caregiver before using the product or making comfort adjustments.
I V. ASSEMBLY Seat Installation It may be necessary to install the seat either prior to initial operation or after transporting your power chair. Most seats are attached to the power base with the Universal Mounting System (UMS). The UMS consists of universal parts that may be attached to the seat, regardless of seat width or seat depth. The two main components are aluminum extrusions mounted to the seat base. These extrusions attach to a pair of trapeze bars that are mounted to the power base.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS After becoming familiar with your power chair’s operation, you may find the need to make some adjustments to increase your comfort, such as seat height and angle, armrest width, armrest angle and height, foot platform height and angle, and controller position. NOTE: If your power chair is equipped with a Specialty Seat, Synergy Seat, or TRU-Balance Power Positioning System, refer to the information provided in separate manuals.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Change the seat dump by raising or lowering only one trapeze bar (front or rear). 10. Reinstall the retaining clips. 11. Remove each screw from the trapeze bars and apply thread lock. 12. Reinstall each screw into the trapeze bars and tighten. 13. Reinstall the seat. 14. Reconnect the controller to the power base. 15. Reinstall the rear shroud and tighten the fasteners.
V. COMFORT Seatback Angle Adjustment If your power chair is equipped with an adjustable seatback, you can adjust it to four (4) different angles: 90°, 102°, 105°, or 107°. To adjust the seatback angle: 1. Remove the adjusting screws from each seat hinge. See figure 14. 2. Set the seatback at the desired angle. 3. Reinstall the adjusting screws to each seat hinge and tighten. Armrest Width Adjustment You can change each armrest’s width independently of the other.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Controller Position You can move the controller in toward or out away from the armrest, or change the position of the controller for either left-hand or right-hand use. MOUNTING SCREWS WARNING! Do not place the controller harness so that it can be pinched in the seat frame or the power base frame. To extend the controller: 1. Flip up the armrest so it is perpendicular to the floor. 2. Loosen the setscrew on the controller bracket. See figure 16. 3.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Foot Platform Height Adjustment The foot platform height is easily adjusted to several different heights. FOOT PLATFORM BRACKET FOOT PLATFORM RETAINING PIN To raise or lower the foot platform: 1. Remove the quick release fasteners from the foot platform bracket. See figure 17. 2. Loosen the foot platform securement nut one-half turn. 3. Raise or lower the foot platform to the desired height. 4. Reinstall the quick release fasteners into the foot platform bracket and tighten. 5.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your power chair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING WARNING! If the battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use,then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors. Refer to the manual suppled with the battery charger for more information. To charge the batteries using an off-board charger: 1.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) How does the charger work? The battery charger takes the standard electrical outlet voltage of 120 VAC (alternating current) and converts it to 24 VDC (direct current). The power chair batteries use direct current to run your power chair. When the battery voltage is low, the charger works harder to charge the battery. As the battery voltage approaches full charge, the charger doesn’t work as hard to complete the charging cycle.
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING WARNING! Corrosive chemicals contained in batteries. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Why do my new batteries seem weak? Deep-cycle batteries employ a much different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium (nicads), or in other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge.
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Quantum 600 is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Preventive maintenance is very important. If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled, you can help ensure that your power chair gives you years of trouble-free operation.
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ! All wheel bearings are prelubricated and sealed. They require no subsequent lubrication. ! The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help it retain its high-gloss appearance. ! Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within the battery tray, with the battery terminals facing inward, toward each other.
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Storage Your power chair should be stored in a dry place, free from temperature extremes. When storing, disconnect the batteries from the power chair. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.” WARNING! If you fail to store the unit properly, the frame can rust and the electronics can be damaged.
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE TIRE TUBE FRONT RIM HALF SCREWS WHEEL HUB REAR RIM HALF LUG NUTS Figure 20. Quantum 600 Series Drive Wheel Figure 21. Drive Wheel Disassembled Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both pneumatic and solid tires: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Set the power chair up on blocks. 3. If you are changing a pneumatic tire, completely deflate it before removing the wheel. 4. Remove the five (5) lug nuts from the wheel hub. See figure 20. 5.
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE REAR SHROUD FASTENERS REAR SHROUD BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM LABEL FRONT BATTERY REAR BATTERY Figure 22. Battery Installation 36 www.quantumrehab.
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE To replace the batteries: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See III “Your Power Chair.” 3. Loosen the rear shroud fasteners. 4. Remove the rear shroud. 5. Disconnect the battery harness from the rear battery. 6. Remove the retaining clips and lift off the front cover using the foot platform bracket. See figure 17. 7. Slide the battery tray forward. 8. Disconnect the battery harness from the front battery. 9.
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VIII. WARRANTY RECONDITIONED UNITS WARRANTY All reconditioned units are covered by a six-month warranty from Pride effective from the date of purchase. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not extend to those items which may require replacement due to normal wear and tear.
APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Suspension: ATX Suspension (Active-Trac with Xtra stability) Drive Wheels: Quantum 600 Series: 14 in. (35.56 cm ), pneumatic or solid available Quantum 600XL Series: 14 in. (35.56 cm), solid Front Caster Wheels: 5 in. (12.7 cm), solid Rear Caster Wheels: 6 in. (15.25 cm), solid Maximum Speed:¹ Quantum 600 Series: Up to 5 mph (8.04 km/h) Quantum 600 Series: Up to 6 mph (9.65 km/h) with High Speed Option Quantum 600XL Series: Up to 4 mph (6.
APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS LENGTH 40.5”(102.87 cm ) with foot platform 36.5”(92.71 cm ) TURNING RADIUS 20”(50.8 cm ) WIDTH 23”(58.42 cm ) 1.375”(3.49 cm ) Figure 23. Quantum 600 Series Dimensions and Ground Clearance Quantum 600 Series www.quantumrehab.
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Quality Control - Quantum 600 Series Inclusion of all Parts Joystick Serial Number Controller Serial Number Left Motor Serial Number Right Motor Serial Number Fit and Finish Performance Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory.