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Quality Control - Quantum R-4000 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.
Date Inspected
Including Models: Quantum R-4000 3S, Quantum R-4000 3SP, Quantum R-4000 3MP,
Quantum R-4400 4S, Quantum R-4400 4SP, Quantum R-4400 4MP
Inspector
*INFMANU3576*
Product Serial Number
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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 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. Read and follow
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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 Pinch/Crush points created during assembly. Do not remove anti-tip wheels. 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. Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while operating. 6 www.p
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II. SAFETY 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 leakage or explosive conditions. 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 wire to Red Positive (+) Terminal Post Connect Black wire to Black Neg
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II. SAFETY Battery charger for indoor use only. Disposal and recycling — Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider 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 power chair in freewheel mode on a decline. Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on an incline
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II. SAFETY Contains Lead. No step. No standing. Keep off! Quantum R-4000 www.pridemobility.com 9
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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 capacty 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! Never travel down an incline backward. Doing so may cause the powerchair to tip. Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline. 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
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II. SAFETY WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable center of gravity. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. 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 Driv
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II. SAFETY Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Curb Approach WARNING! Even though your power chair may be capable of handling greater obstacles, Pride recommends that you do not attempt to negotiate a curb that has a height greater than 2 in. (5 cm). Doing so could cause instability in your power chair. WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed rearward down any step, curb, or other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip. Stairs and Escalators Power chair
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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. WARNING! Do not sit on your power cha
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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 prop- erly transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, Pride recom- mends that you or a trained attendant perform the fol- lowing 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.” Turn the caster whe
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II. SAFETY Reaching and Bending Never reach, lean, or bend while driving your power chair. If it is absolutely necessary to reach, lean, or bend while seated on your power chair, it is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the power chair from tipping. Pride recommends that the power chair user determine his/her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional. WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if yo
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR THE QUANTUM R-4000 SERIES POWER CHAIR Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figures 5 and 6. Typically, the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The power base assembly includes two motor/brake assemblies, two drive wheels, two anti-tip wheels, two caster wheels, two batteries, and wiring harnesses. SEATBACK ARMREST SEAT ASSEMBLY CONTROLLER (VR2 SHOWN) SEAT BASE POWER BASE ASSEMBLY FRONT RIGGINGS DRIVE WHEEL CA
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR CONTROLLER CONNECTOR FRONT TRAPEZE BAR FRONT SHROUD MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER MOTOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY Figure 6. The Quantum R-4000 Power Base BATTERY DOOR LATCH LOCATION CONTROLLER HARNESS ANTI-TIP WHEEL BATTERY DOOR LATCH BATTERY DOOR ANTI-TIP WHEEL Figure 7. The Quantum R-4000 Power Base (Rear View - Battery Door Down) Quantum R-4000 www.pridemobility.com 19
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR Electrical Components The electrical components are located on the front of the power base or on the battery door at the rear of the power base depending on the power chair electrical system. See figures 6 and 7. 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.
