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Quality Control – Q6 Edge HD
Inclusion of all Parts
QUANTUM
Q6 Edge HD
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
Inspector
*INFMANU4237* Product Serial #
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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 .................................................................................................................... 17 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 pur- chased 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 instru
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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. Maximum seating weight. Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging. Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in d
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II. SAFETY Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. Contact with tools can cause electric shock. 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. Do not mix AGM and Gel-Cell batteries. Always use batteries of the same type and chemistry. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries t
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II. SAFETY Indicates electrical shock hazard. Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or decline. 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. 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
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II. SAFETY Disposal and recycling—Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging. Class II Equipment Manufactured in FRONT COVER Power chair information label Indicates power chair securement points. Does not meet 7176-19 standards for occupied transport in a motor vehicle. 8 www.pridemobility.com Q6 Edge HD
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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 may result in the power chair tipping over. WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those listed in the product specifications, do not, under any circumst
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II. SAFETY Outdoor Driving Surfaces Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions—dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encounter other surface types. For this reason, your power chair is designed to perform admirably on packed soil, grass, and gravel. Feel free to use your power chair safely on lawns and in park areas. Avoid driving on uneven terrain and/or sof
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II. SAFETY Figure 1. Correct Curb Approach Figure 2. 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 WARNING! Pride does not recommend using the power chair as a seat in a motor vehicle. The power chair user should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed belt restraint system if and whenever feasible. WARNING! Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps should be installed on the battery terminals. Batteries should not be transported wit
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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 you
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II. SAFETY Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations Users must exercise care and common sense when operating a power chair. This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over-the-counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations. WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or if you have certain physical limitations. Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe man
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR THE Q6 EDGE HD POWER CHAIR Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the power base assembly. See figure 4. 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 figures 4, 5, and 6. SEATBACK SEAT ASSEMBLY ARMREST ARMREST JOYSTICK CONTROLLER SEAT BASE POWER BASE ASSEMBLY CASTER WHEEL MANUAL
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR TRAPEZE BARS REAR SHROUD FRONT COVER MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER Figure 5. The Q6 Edge HD Power Base Electrical Components The electrical components consist of the controller assembly, the batteries, and the motors. The batteries, motors, and controller power module (if equipped) are located on the power base assembly. The controller is located on the seat assembly. Connectivity between the controller and the motors, batteries, and the battery charger is pro- vided by one or mor
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR Main Circuit Breaker (located on the rear main frame): 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. The circuit breaker will reset itself. Turn on the controller and continue normal operation. If
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR Manual Freewheel Levers For your convenience, your power chair is equipped with a manual freewheel lever mounted on each motor. The levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! Do not use the power chair while the drive motors are disengaged! Do not disengage the drive motors when the power chair is on an incline, as the unit could roll on its own! Only engage the freewheel mode when on a level surface. WARNING! It is important to
