Pride Mobility Quantum 500 manual Modifications, Pre-Ride Safety Check

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I I . S A F E T Y

SAFETY

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 power chair user, who is capable of making such a decision, and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical therapist, etc.).

The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the power chair to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the Quantum Rehab Specialist in the instruction process for the use of the product.

There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the power chair user will need to practice operating the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in assisting a power chair user in various daily living activities.

As you begin using your power chair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.

Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to operating the power chair safely.

Modifications

Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mobility and utility.Awide range of accessories is available from your Quantum Rehab Specialist to further customize your power chair to better suit your needs and/or preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function of your power chair.

WARNING! Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorized by Pride. Unauthorized modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair.

Pre-Ride Safety Check

Get to know the feel of your power chair and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your power chair operates smoothly and safely.

Perform the following inspections prior to using your power chair:

νCheck for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed 35 psi (2.4 bar) in each tire (if equipped with pneumatic tires).

νCheck all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.

νCheck all controller connections to the power base. Make sure they are secured properly.

νCheck the brakes. See VIII. “Care and Maintenance.”

νCheck battery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”

NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for assistance.

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Contents Page F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S N T E N T S Information Exchange N T R O D U C T I O NPURCHASER’S Agreement Pride Owners Club My Quantum Rehab SpecialistProduct Safety Symbols S a F E T YS a F E T Y Pre-Ride Safety Check ModificationsIncline Information Weight LimitationsTire Inflation Public Streets and Roadways Braking InformationCornering Information Freewheel Mode Outdoor Driving SurfacesStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Stairs and EscalatorsTransfers DoorsElevators Lift/Elevation ProductsInclement Weather Precautions Motor Vehicle TransportPositioning Belts Reaching and BendingAlcohol Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFII . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I R QuantumQuantum 500 Specifications Quantum 500 Power Base Electrical ComponentsQuantum 500 Electrical Components Manual Freewheel Levers To engage or disengage the drive motorsInitial Assembly A S S E M B L YController Installation Seat InstallationTo install the seat To change the seat height Seat Height and Seat Angle AdjustmentO M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S Seatback Angle Adjustment To adjust the seatback angleTo adjust the recline angle Seat PositionArmrest Width Adjustment Armrest Angle Adjustment To change the armrest angleFoot Platform Depth To adjust the foot platform depth To change the armrest widthTo adjust the foot platform angle To clamp the quick release fastenerFoot Platform Angle Controller PositionTo adjust the SFR length To adjust the ELR angleTo adjust the ELR length To adjust the forward/back positionTo adjust the leg rest length Multi-Axis Foot PlateTo change leg rest length a To change foot plate position BTochargethebatteriesusingtheoff-boardcharger Battery Break-inB a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Batteries and ChargingFrequently Asked Questions FAQs Howdoesthechargerwork? Can I use a different battery charger?How often must I charge the batteries? Daily UseWhy do my new batteries seem weak? How can I ensure maximum battery life?How should I store my power chair and its batteries? What about public transportation?I . O P E R a T I O N VSI Electronic ControllerVSI consists JoystickBattery Condition Meter KeypadOn/Off Key Red, yellow, and green lights lit Batteries chargedMotor Connectors Controller ConnectorBattery Connector Power Seat Actuator ConnectorVSI Error Codes Thermal RollbackCare and Maintenance Should your power chair come in contact with waterTemperature I I . 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 ChecksStorage Cleaning Instructions Tire/Wheel ReplacementYearly Checks Battery Replacement To replace the batteriesBattery Installation When to See Your Quantum Rehab Specialist for Service Corrective MaintenanceW a R R a N T Y Reconditioned Units Warranty Warranty ExclusionsService Checks and Warranty Service Exclusions also include components with damage caused byQuality Control Quantum Inspector
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