Quantum Quantum Rival 3MP, Quantum Rival 3S N T R O D U C T I O N, Safety, PURCHASER’S Agreement

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I . I N T R O D U C T I O N

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 instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual before attempting to operate your power chair for the first time. You must also read all instructions, warnings, and notes contained in any supplemental instruc- tional booklets for the controller, front riggings, and/or seating system that accompanied your power chair before initial operation. Your safety depends upon you, as well as your dealer, caregiver, or healthcare professional in using good judgment.

If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation, please contact your Quantum Rehab Provider. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual and those located on your power chair can lead to personal injury and/or damage to the power chair, and may void the warranty.

PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT

By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail, refuse, or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product.

SHIPPING AND DELIVERY

Before using your power chair, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery, please contact your Quantum Rehab Provider immediately. Where damage has occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact the delivery com- pany responsible.

INFORMATION EXCHANGE

We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new power chair, and about the service you received from your Quantum Rehab Provider.

Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your power chair. Please feel free to contact us at the address below:

Pride Mobility Products Corporation Attn.: Customer Care Department 182 Susquehanna Avenue

Exeter, PA 18643-2694 info@pridemobility.com 1-800-424-8205

NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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Contents Quantum Intended Use Quick Reference InformationN T E N T S IIISafety N T R O D U C T I O NPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryProduct Safety Symbols S a F E T YS a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y General Guidelines Pre-Ride Safety CheckModifications Tire Inflation Weight LimitationsIncline Information Braking Information Freewheel ModeCornering Information Public Streets and Roadways Outdoor Driving Surfaces Inclement Weather PrecautionsStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Stairs and Escalators DoorsElevators Elevators/Elevation ProductsBatteries Positioning BeltsRemovable Parts Preventing Unintended Movement Transfers Reaching and BendingPrescription Drugs/Physical Limitations Alcohol/Smoking I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I R RivalRival Power Base Electrical ComponentsPower Chair Securement Points Sport-Trac SuspensionManual Freewheel Levers To engage or disengage the drive motorsComfort Adjustments You may need the following to make comfort adjustmentsSeat Height and Seat Angle Adjustment C O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T SRemove the seat from the power base Manual Recline Seatback AdjustmentTo adjust the recline angle Seat PositionSeatback Angle Adjustment Armrest Width AdjustmentArmrest Angle Adjustment Armrest Height AdjustmentTo extend the controller Controller PositionTo change the controller position To adjust the anti-tip wheels Anti-Tip WheelsPositioning Belt To adjust the positioning beltTo release the positioning belt Batteries and Charging A T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N GCharging the Batteries Battery Break-in Frequently Asked Questions FAQsWhy do my new batteries seem weak? Daily UseInfrequent Use How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?How can I ensure maximum battery life? How should I store my power chair and its batteries?What about public transportation? What about shipping?Care and Maintenance Should your power chair come in contact with waterTemperature C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C EDaily Checks Weekly ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksDisposal of Your Power Chair Cleaning and DisinfectionWheel Replacement StorageBattery Replacement Rival Drive WheelBattery Replacement To replace the batteriesWhen to See Your Quantum Rehab Provider for Service Corrective MaintenanceT E S Page Quality Control Rival Product Serial #