Quantum Quantum R-4000 3MP, Quantum R-4400 4SP manual Reaching and Bending, Alcohol/Smoking

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I I . S A F E T Y

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 have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees or if you have to reach over the back of the seat. Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the power chair. This may cause your power chair to tip.

WARNING! Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tires.

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.

WARNING! Pride strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated in your power chair, although the power chair has passed the necessary testing requirements for cigarette smoking. You must adhere to the following safety guidelines if you decide to smoke cigarettes while seated in your power chair.

Do not leave lit cigarettes unattended.

Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions.

Always make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before disposal.

Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI)

WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency waves can have an adverse affect on the performance of electrically-powered mobility vehicles.

Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones, mobile two- way radios (such as walkie-talkies), radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, wireless com- puter links, microwave signals, paging transmitters, and medium-range mobile transceivers used by emergency vehicles. In some cases, these waves can cause unintended movement or damage to the control system. Every electrically-powered mobility vehicle has an immunity (or resistance) to EMI. The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection against EMI. This product has been tested and has passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.

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 not modify your power chair in any way not authorized by Pride.

WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself can disturb the performance of other electrical devices located nearby, such as alarm systems.

NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center on www.pridemobility.com. If unin- tended motion or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider to report the incident.

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Contents Quantum Quick Reference Information F E T Y G U I D E L I N E SIII N T E N T SN T R O D U C T I O N SafetyPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryS a F E T Y Product Safety SymbolsS a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y Contains Lead No step. No standing. Keep off Modifications Pre-Ride Safety CheckGeneral Guidelines Incline Information Weight LimitationsTire Inflation Cornering Information Freewheel ModeBraking Information Public Streets and Roadways Outdoor Driving Surfaces Inclement Weather PrecautionsStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc To navigate up over a curb or stationary obstacle Doors Stairs and Escalators Elevators Lift Systems/Elevation ProductsPositioning Belts Motor Vehicle TransportBatteries Removable Parts Preventing Unintended MovementPrescription Drugs/Physical Limitations TransfersElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI Reaching and BendingAlcohol/Smoking I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I R Quantum R-4000 Series Power ChairQuantum R-4000 Power Base Sport-Trac Suspension Electrical ComponentsManual Freewheel Levers To operate the manual freewheel leversFreewheel Mode Drive Disengaged Glide A S S E M B L Y Seat InstallationTo install the seat You may need the following to make comfort adjustments Comfort AdjustmentsSeat Height and Seat Angle Adjustment O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T STo adjust the recline angle Manual Recline Seatback AdjustmentSeat Position To change the positionArmrest Width Adjustment Seatback Angle AdjustmentArmrest Angle Adjustment Armrest Height AdjustmentTo change the controller position Controller PositionTo extend the controller Anti-Tip Wheels To adjust the anti-tip wheelsCharging the Batteries B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N GBatteries and Charging Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Battery Break-inHow often must I charge the batteries? Why do my new batteries seem weak?Daily Use Infrequent UseHow should I store my power chair and its batteries? How can I ensure maximum battery life?What about public transportation? What about shipping?Should your power chair come in contact with water Care and MaintenanceTemperature I . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C EWeekly Checks Daily ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksCleaning and Disinfection Disposal of Your Power ChairWheel Replacement StorageQuantum R-4000 Drive Wheel Battery ReplacementTo replace the batteries When to See Your Quantum Rehab Provider for ServiceCorrective Maintenance Specifications P E N D I X I Specification SQuantum R-4000 Dimensions and Ground Clearance T E S T E S T E S T E S Product Serial Number Quality Control Quantum R-4000 Series
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