Pride Quantum Litestream XF, Owner'S Manual

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I V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S
COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS
After becoming familiar with your wheelchair’s operation, you may find the need to make some adjustments to increase
your comfort, such as drive wheel position, seatback depth, anti-tip wheels position, seatback angle and height, swing-
away footrest length, elevating leg rest length and angle, calf pad height and depth, angle adjustable foot plate angle and
depth, armrest height and angle, seat angle, caster angle, positioning belt, wheel lock position, and seat tension.
WARNING! The center of gravity of your wheelchair was factory set to a position that meets the
needs of the demographic majority of users. Your Quantum Rehab Provider has evaluated your
wheelchair and made any necessary adjustments to suit your specific requirements. Do not
change your seating configuration without first contacting Pride Mobility Products or your
Quantum Rehab Provider.
WARNING! Some wheelchair components are heavy. You may need assistance to lift or carry
them. Please refer to “Appendix I - Specifications” for specific component weights before you
disassemble the wheelchair.
WARNING! Remove the occupant from the wheelchair before making any adjustments.
Figure 15. Drive Wheel Quick Release
You may need the following to make comfort
adjustments:
„ 1/8-in. wrench „ 4-mm hex key
„ 3/8-in. wrench „ 5-mm hex key
„ 7/16-in. wrench „ 3/16-in. hex key
„ 1/2-in. wrench
„ 3/4-in. wrench
NOTE: Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the
disassembly or adjustment of the wheelchair 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.
Drive Wheel Adjustments
Each drive wheel is attached to the frame by an axle
bracket. The location of the drive wheel center bolt and
nut on the axle bracket determines the drive wheel
position. The location of the axle bracket on the
wheelchair frame determines the drive wheel height
and can affect performance and center of gravity.
WARNING! The more forward that you
adjust your drive wheel, the more
likely your wheelchair will tip over
backward. Always make adjustments
in small increments, and check the
stability of your wheelchair with a
Quantum Rehab Provider or with a
spotter to prevent a tip over. We
recommend that you use anti-tip tubes
until you adapt to the change and are
sure that you are not at risk to tip over.