Pride Mobility 600 SP manual General Guidelines, Modifications, Pre-Ride Safety Check

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I I . S A F E T Y

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 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 you become accustomed to operating your 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. Do not use accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride products.

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:

!Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed 35 psi (2.4 bar) in each tire if equipped with pneu- matic tires.

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

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

!Check the brakes. See VII. “Care and Maintenance.”

!Check 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 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 Quantum 600 Series 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 ProductsBatteries Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations TransfersElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI Alcohol/SmokingI . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I R Quantum 600 Series Power ChairElectrical Components Quantum 600 Series Power BaseElectrical Components Shown with Onboard Charging System To operate the manual freewheel levers Manual Freewheel LeversA S S E M B L Y Initial AssemblyTo install the seat Seat InstallationYou may need the following to make comfort adjust- ments Comfort AdjustmentsSeat Height and Seat Angle Adjustment O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T SManual 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 Height Adjustment Foot Platform Depth AdjustmentFoot Platform Angle Adjustment B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Batteries and ChargingCharging the Batteries To charge the batteries using an onboard charger To charge the batteries using an off-board chargerBattery Break-in To break in new batteries for maximum efficiencyFrequently Asked Questions FAQs How can I ensure maximum battery life? Why do my new batteries seem weak?How should I store my power chair and its batteries? What about public transportation?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 StorageQuantum 600 Series DriveWheel Battery ReplacementBattery Installation When to See Your Quantum Rehab Specialist for Service Corrective MaintenanceTo replace the batteries I 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 600 Series Dimensions and Ground Clearance T E S Quality Control Quantum 600 Series
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