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Quality Control - Quantum 600 Series
Inclusion of all Parts
QUANTUM
SERIES
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.
Including Models: Quantum 600 2SP, Quantum 600 2MP, Quantum 600 3S, Quantum
Date Inspected
600 3SP, Quantum 600 3MP, Quantum 600 2HD, Quantum 600 2SPHD, Quantum 600
2MPHD, Quantum 640 4S, Quantum 640 4SP, Quantum 600 4MP, Quantum 600XL
2SPH
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SAFETY GUIDELINES WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider 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. Failure to follow designated procedures can cause
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CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................4 II. SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................5 III. YOUR POWER CHAIR ......................................................................................................................18 IV. ASSEMBLY .....................
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I. INTRODUCTION SAFETY WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products (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. Read and follow all instruct
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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. Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in
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II. SAFETY 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. EMI-RFI — 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 leakag
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II. SAFETY Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. Contact with tools can cause electrical shock. Battery Set Configuration: + = Positive (Red) Terminal Post - = Negative (Black) Terminal Post Connect Red wires to Red Positive (+) Terminal Posts. Connect Black wires to Black Negative (-) Terminal Posts. Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time. Pinch/Crush point. Battery
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II. SAFETY 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. Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline. Contains Lead. Indicates that power chair, with similarly labeled seating system, conforms to ANSI/ RESNA WC/Vol. 4, Section 19 for transport of an occupied power
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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. Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the
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II. SAFETY Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. Keep in mind that the maximum weight capacity includes the combined weight of the user and any accessories mounted to the power chair. 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
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II. SAFETY WARNING! If your power chair is equipped with a reclining seatback, do not attempt to negotiate inclines with the seat in a reclined position. Do not attempt to negotiate obstacles with the seat in a reclined position unless an attendant is present to help stabilize the chair. Failure to heed could result in the power chair tipping over. WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exce
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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. Outdoor Driving Surfaces Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions — dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, b
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II. SAFETY Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Curb Approach 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. Elevators Modern elevato
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II. SAFETY Motor Vehicle Transport Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your power chair while traveling in a motor vehicle. The power chair should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with batteries removed and properly secured. In addition, all removable power chair parts, including the armrests, seat, front riggings, con- troller, and shrouds should be removed and/or properly secured during motor vehicle transport. If your power chair is equipped with
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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.” MANDATORY! 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. If you are unable to lift that much wei
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II. SAFETY WARNING! Before transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the power chair seat to prevent the power chair from tipping forward during transfer. WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the power chair armrests and do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes, such as transfers. Such use may cause the power chair to tip, resulting in a fall from the power chair and personal injury. WARNING! The controller and controller bracket are non-load bearing items on
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II. SAFETY WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios, laptops, and other types of radio transmitters may cause unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility vehicle due to EMI. Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid coming into close proximity of radio and TV stations. WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to the electrically-powered mobility vehicle can increase the susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do
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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. Typi- cally, 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 figures 5, 6, and 7. SEATBACK (SOLID SEATBACK SHOWN) SEAT ASSEMBLY ARMREST JOYSTICK CONTROLLER SEAT BASE REAR SHROUD POW
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR 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 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. Motor Connectors: This is where the controller connects to the motors. Battery Connector: This is where the controller connects to the batteries. Controller
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR 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., from excessive loads), the main circuit breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics. If the circuit trips, allow your power chair to “rest” for approximately one minute. Next, push in the circuit breaker button, turn on the controller, and continue normal operation. If the main circuit breaker con
