V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E

DRIVE WHEEL NUT

DRIVE WHEEL WASHER

Figure 24. Quantum 1402 Drive Wheel

TIRE

TUBE

FRONT RIM HALF

SCREWS

REAR RIM HALF

Figure 25. Quantum 1402 Drive Wheel Disassembled

Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both solid and pneumatic tires:

1.Turn off the power to the controller.

2.Set the power chair up on blocks.

3.If you are changing a pneumatic tire, completely deflate it before removing the wheel.

4.Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle. See figure 24.

5.Pull the wheel off the axle.

6.Remove the screws from the rim assembly and separate the front and rear rim. See figure 25.

7.Remove the old tube from the pneumatic tire and replace it with a new tube or replace the entire assembly if it is a solid tire.

8.Reassemble the rims and reinstall the screws.

9.Slide the wheel back onto the axle.

10.Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer Onto the axle and tighten.

11.Inflate the pneumatic tires to 35 psi (2.4 bar).

12.Remove the power chair from the blocks.

Battery Replacement

A diagram is printed on a decal on your power chair frame near the battery tray. See figure 26.

MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.

WARNING! The batteries in your power chair should only be serviced or replaced by a Quantum Rehab Specialist or a qualified technician.

WARNING! Do not replace the batteries when the seat is occupied.

WARNING! Do not mix or match new and old batteries. If you encounter a situation where one battery needs to be replaced, then replace both batteries. Refer to

specifications table in this manual and the manual Figure 26. Battery Connections supplied with the battery charger for recommended type

and capacities.

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Quantum manual Battery Replacement, Quantum 1402 Drive Wheel