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S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S

Quantum Rehab Provider: _________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ___________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date: __________________________________________________________________________

NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at

the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any changes to our

products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product

you have purchased. The latest/current version of this manual is available on our website.

This product is manufactured by:
Pride Mobility Products Corp.
182 Susquehanna Avenue
Exeter, PA 18643
USA

The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chair to identify warnings and

important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely.

WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow designated

procedures can cause either personal injury, component damage, or malfunction. On the

product, this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a black border.

MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform mandatory

actions can cause personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product, this icon is

represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with a white border.

PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any time

or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and/or

equipment damage. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle

and red slash.

NTENDED

The intended use of the Pride Mobility Products device is to provide mobility to persons limited to a seated

position that have the capability of operating a powered wheelchair.

Quick Reference Information

WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup

of this power chair and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.

Summary of Contents for Quantum 6000Z Series

Page 1: ...QUANTUM 6 0 0 0 Z S E R I E S ...

Page 2: ...ngs and important information It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous condition situation Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury component damage or malfunction On the product this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a black border MANDATORY These actions should ...

Page 3: ...ommon to the USA Since we recog nize that not all English speaking countries use the same words or spellings please refer to the following chart for some common word variations that may be encountered throughout this manual Figure 1 Word Variations USA Variation USA Variation USA Variation asphalt tarmac backward s rearward s center centre color colour cord lead curb kerb elevator lift meter metre...

Page 4: ...r or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Before using your power chair make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually package...

Page 5: ... phone walkie talkie laptop or other radio transmitter while operating Avoid exposure to rain snow ice salt or standing water whenever possible Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition Indicates flammable material Do not expose to heat sources such as open flame or sparks Do not transport batteries with flammable or combustible items PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the ...

Page 6: ...proved 3 pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2 pronged plug access Do not mix AGM and Gel Cell batteries Always use batteries of the same type and chemistry Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions Do not use batteries with different amp hour Ah capacities Do not mix old and new batteries Always replace both batteries at the same time Corr...

Page 7: ... Terminal Post Negative Black Terminal Post Connect Red wire to Red Positive Terminal Post Connect Black wire to Black Negative Terminal Post Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling Disposal and recycling Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for information on proper disposal and re...

Page 8: ...mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode Unlocked and in freewheel mode Battery charger for indoor use only I I S A F E T Y Indicates that power chair with similarly labeled seating system conforms to ANSI RESNA WC Vol 4 Section 19 for transport of an occupied power chair in a motor vehicle Indicates power chair securement points ...

Page 9: ...uver 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 oper ating your power chair safely Modifications Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mobility and utility A wide range of accessories is available from your Quantum Rehab P...

Page 10: ... NOTE If the tires on your power chair list the psi rating only use the following conversion formulas to find the bar or kPa rating bar psi x 0 06895 kPa psi x 6 89476 Incline Information More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access Some ramps may have turning switchbacks 180 degree turns that require you to have good cornering skills o...

Page 11: ...Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present WARNING Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated on it Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary WARNING Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or decline This could cause the chair to roll uncontrollably on its own Braking Information Your power chai...

Page 12: ...erse effect on the electrical system Maintain and store your power chair in a dry and clean condition WARNING Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of upholstered and non upholstered items on the power chair possibly resulting in skin irritation Exercise caution when using the power chair in extremely hot or cold conditions or when exposing your power chair to dir...

Page 13: ...RNING Not all lift systems elevation products are rated for use with an occupied mobility device Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your power chair when it is being used in connection with any type of lift system elevation product unless That product is rated for occupied use by the manufacturer You are able to occupy your mobility device in strict conformity with the warnings inst...

Page 14: ...r vehicle during transport Power chairs that are not properly secured can become a hazard to the user and to other vehicle passengers in the event of a crash sudden stopping or swerving as the power chair could tip or slide out of place WARNING Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported Batteries should be secured in an upright position and ...

Page 15: ...rring position yourself as far back as possible in the power chair seat to prevent the power chair from tipping forward during transfer WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the power chair armrests and do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes such as transfers Such use may cause the power chair to tip resulting in a fall from the power chair and personal injury WARNING The contro...

Page 16: ...f upholstered items may reduce the resistance to flammability of the fabric Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI RFI WARNING Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency waves can have an adverse effect on the performance of electrically powered mobility vehicles Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones m...

Page 17: ...the seat assembly includes the armrests seatback and seat base The power base assembly includes two motor brake assemblies two drive wheels four caster wheels two batteries and wiring harnesses See figures 5 6 and 7 SEATBACK DRIVE WHEEL CASTER WHEEL Figure 5 The Quantum 6000Z Series POWER BASE ASSEMBLY SEAT ASSEMBLY JOYSTICK FRONT RIGGING FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN SEAT BASE CONTROLLER CASTER WHEEL MANUA...

Page 18: ...r and the motors batteries and the battery charger is pro vided by one or more wiring harnesses See figure 7 Controller Harness Connector This is where the controller connects to the power base Each controller uses a different type of harness Regardless of which type of controller is used the harness must be secured to the assembly and not allowed to drag on the floor Figure 6 The Quantum 6000Z Se...

Page 19: ...s a safety feature built into your power chair When the batteries and the motors are heavily strained e g from excessive loads the main circuit breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics If the circuit trips allow your power chair to rest for approximately one minute The circuit breaker will reset itself Turn on the controller and continue normal operation If the main circui...

Page 20: ...ld be cleared If it is not cleared contact your Quantum Rehab Provider NOTE The power chair will be significantly easier to push with the power off Avoid applying excessive force to the manual freewheel levers WARNING Do not use your foot to operate the manual freewheel levers Do not stand on the manual freewheel levers Applying excessive force to the manual freewheel levers may result in damage t...

Page 21: ...mfort adjustments NOTE Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the power chair must be replaced with a new nut Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert resulting in a less secure fit Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores or through your Quantum Rehab Provider I V A S S E M B L Y ARMR...

Page 22: ...2 Lower the front extrusion onto the front trapeze bar until the seat locks into place 3 Flip the seat latch safety down WARNING Make sure the seat latch safety is flipped down before using your power chair 4 Install the controller and route the harness to the back of the power base See figures 12 and 13 5 Loosen the rear shroud fasteners and remove the rear shroud See figure 6 6 Plug the controll...

Page 23: ...bracket and secure Transit Securement System Optional If your power chair is equipped with a transit securement system it is equipped with manufacturer installed front and rear securement brackets and positioning belt anchoring brackets See figure 15 Refer to the supplement provided with your power chair for information on how to use the transit securement system NOTE In certain configurations the...

Page 24: ...hair WARNING Remove the occupant from the power chair before making any adjustments V C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S Figure 16 Seat Height Angle Adjustment TRAPEZE BARS SEAT POSTS SEAT POSTS RETAINING CLIPS RETAINING CLIPS You may need the following to make comfort adjustments metric standard socket set and ratchet adjustable wrench metric standard hex key set thread lock Seat Height and Seat...

Page 25: ...he bottom of the seat 9 Reinstall the seat 10 Reconnect the controller to the power base 11 Reinstall the rear shroud and tighten the fasteners Manual Recline Seatback Adjustment If your power chair is equipped with a reclining seat you can adjust the seatback angle with the seatback release lever The lever is located on the right side of the seat base To adjust the recline angle 1 Pull up on the ...

Page 26: ...o lock the adjusting screw into place V C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S Controller Position You can move the controller in toward or out away from the armrest or change the position of the controller for either left hand or right hand use WARNING Do not place the controller harness so that it can be pinched in the seat frame or the power base frame To extend the controller 1 Flip up the armres...

Page 27: ...asily adjusted to different heights in 0 5 in 1 27 cm increments To raise or lower the foot platform 1 Remove the quick release fasteners from the foot platform bracket See figure 20 2 Raise or lower the foot platform bracket to the desired height 3 Reinstall the quick release fasteners into the foot platform bracket and tighten Foot Platform Depth Adjustment To adjust the foot platform depth 1 Re...

Page 28: ...ositioning belt 1 Remove the rearmost screw that holds the seat hinge to the seat base on both the left and right seat hinges 2 Insert the screw through the supplied washer through the positioning belt and into the seat base for each side of the power chair seat 3 Tighten both screws To adjust the positioning belt for operator comfort 1 Once seated insert the metal tab on one side of the belt into...

Page 29: ...r directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet PROHIBITED Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the power chair is occupied MANDATORY Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger before charging the batterie...

Page 30: ... 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 at least 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 charg...

Page 31: ... essential items Try to maintain an even speed and avoid stop and go driving Pride recommends charging your batteries for at least 48 continuous hours once per month to improve battery performance and battery life What type of batteries should I use We recommend deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free Both AGM and Gel Cell are deep cycle batteries that are similar in performance ...

Page 32: ...your power chair for an extended period fully charge the batteries prior to storage Disconnect the battery harnesses and store the power chair in a warm dry environment Avoid temperature extremes such as freezing and excessively hot conditions and never attempt to charge a frozen battery A cold or frozen battery should be warmed for several days prior to recharging What about public transportation...

Page 33: ...irs that are frequently exposed to sources of water such as incontinence should be inspected often for corrosion and electronic components may need to be replaced frequently Temperature Some of the parts of your power chair are susceptible to extreme changes in temperature Always keep your power chair between the temperatures of 18 F 8 C and 122 F 50 C In extremely cold temperatures the batteries ...

Page 34: ...e controller harness and the charger harness from the power base Look for corro sion Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider if necessary Ensure that all parts of the controller system are securely fastened to your power chair Do not overtighten any screws Check for proper tire inflation Pneumatic tires should be inflated to the psi bar kPa air pressure rating indi cated on the tire If a tire does not...

Page 35: ...e cleanser to clean the plastic and metal parts of your power chair Avoid using products that may scratch the surface of your power chair If necessary clean your product with an approved disinfectant Make sure the disinfectant is safe for use on your product before application WARNING Follow all safety instructions for the proper use of the disinfectant and or cleaning agent before applying it to ...

Page 36: ...blocks Battery Replacement A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the power base See VI Batteries and Charging for correct battery specifications 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 o...

Page 37: ...ridemobility com 37 V I I C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Figure 27 Battery Installation BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM REAR SHROUD FASTENER OPPOSITE SIDE NOT SHOWN REAR SHROUD FRONT BATTERY REAR BATTERY RELEASE HANDLES FRONT COVER ...

Page 38: ...ee Your Quantum Rehab Provider for Service The following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your power chair If necessary contact your Quantum Rehab Provider When calling have the model number serial number nature of the problem and the error code if available Motor noise Frayed harnesses Cracked or broken connectors Uneven wear on any of the tires Jerky motion Pulling to one side Bent...

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Page 40: ...he factory Date Inspected Inspector Quality Control Quantum 6000Z Series Inclusion of all Parts Joystick Serial Number Controller Serial Number Left Motor Serial Number Right Motor Serial Number Fit and Finish Performance INFMANU3447 Product Serial ...

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