Quantum 1103 Ultra 2SP, 1103 Series manual Battery Break-in, Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

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V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G

To charge the batteries using the off-board charger: 1. Position the front of your power chair next to a stan-

dard electrical outlet. See figure 26.

2. Be certain the controller power is turned off and the freewheel levers are in the engaged position. See III. “Your Power Chair.”

3. Plug the off-board charger into the off-board charger/ programming socket on the controller.

4. Plug the off-board charger into the electrical outlet.

NOTE: The LED lights on the charger indicate differ-

ent charger conditions at various times: charger power on, charging in progress, and charging complete. Refer to the manual supplied with the charger for a complete explanation of these indicators.

5. When the batteries are fully charged, unplug the off-

 

board charger from the electrical outlet and then from

 

the controller.

Figure 26. Battery Charging

Battery Break-in

To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency:

1.Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance level.

2.Operate your power chair throughout the house and yard. Move slowly at first, and do not travel too far until you become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries.

3.Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and operate your power chair again. The batteries will now perform at over 90% of their potential.

4.After four or five charging cycles, the batteries will top off at 100% charge and last for an extended period.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How does the charger work?

The battery charger takes the standard electrical outlet voltage of 120 VAC (alternating current) and converts it to 24 VDC (direct current). The power chair batteries use direct current to run your power chair. When the battery voltage is low, the charger works harder to charge the battery. As the battery voltage approaches full charge, the charger does not work as hard to complete the charging cycle. When the battery is fully charged, the amperage from the charger is nearly at zero. This is how the charger maintains a charge but does not overcharge the battery.

Can I use a different battery charger?

You should use the charger supplied with the power chair. It is the safest, most efficient tool to charge the batteries. We do not recommend using other types of chargers (e.g., an automotive battery charger).

NOTE: Your power chair’s charger will not operate after the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage. If this happens, call your Quantum Rehab Provider for assistance.

How often must I charge the batteries?

Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries. You may use your power chair all day on a daily basis or you may not use it for weeks at a time.

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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 Pre-Ride Safety Check General GuidelinesModifications Weight Limitations Tire InflationIncline Information Freewheel Mode Braking InformationCornering Information Inclement Weather Precautions Public Streets and Roadways Outdoor Driving SurfacesStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Doors Stairs and EscalatorsElevators Lift/Elevation ProductsPositioning Belts BatteriesRemovable Parts Preventing Unintended Movement Reaching and Bending TransfersPrescription Drugs/Physical Limitations Alcohol/Smoking I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I R Quantum 1103 Ultra Power ChairElectrical Components Quantum 1103 Ultra Power BaseQuantum 1103 Ultra Electrical Components To engage or disengage the drive motors Manual Freewheel LeversA S S E M B L Y Initial AssemblyTo install the seat Seat InstallationA S S E M B L Y You may need the following to make comfort adjustments Comfort AdjustmentsO M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S To change the seat heightManual Recline Seatback Adjustment Seat Position AdjustmentTo adjust the seatback angle To change the positionArmrest Width Adjustment Seatback Angle AdjustmentArmrest Angle Adjustment Armrest Height AdjustmentController Position To extend the controllerTo change the controller position Foot Platform Depth Adjustment Foot Platform Height AdjustmentTo adjust the foot platform depth To raise or lower the foot platformTo adjust the foot platform angle Foot Platform Angle AdjustmentTo adjust the anti-tip wheels Anti-Tip WheelsPower Elevating Seat Optional To change the seat height through toggle switchTo use the swivel feature To adjust the positioning belt for operator comfort To install the positioning beltPositioning Belt To release the positioning beltB a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Batteries and ChargingCharging the Batteries Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Battery Break-inDaily Use Why do my new batteries seem weak?Infrequent Use How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?How 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 Instructions Disposal of Your Power ChairWheel Replacement StorageI . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C E Battery ReplacementTo replace the batteries Quantum 1103 Ultra Battery ConnectionsCorrective Maintenance When to See Your Quantum Rehab Provider for ServiceI I . W a R R a N T Y Warranty Exclusions Reconditioned Units WarrantyService Checks and Warranty Service Exclusions also include components with damage caused bySpecifications P E N D I X I Specification SQuantum 1103 Ultra Dimensions and Ground Clearance T E S Product Serial # Quality Control Quantum 1103 Ultra Series
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