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BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

Product Safety Symbols ......................................... 4

TRU-Balance® 3 Power Positioning System ......... 4

Precautionary Guidelines ....................................... 4

Operating the TRU-Balance® 3 Power Positioning 

System ...................................................................... 6
Range of Motion ........................................................ 6
iLevel® Feature ......................................................... 7
Flip-forward Back ....................................................... 9
Armrest Options ...................................................... 10
Optional Toggle Operation ....................................... 15
Transfers .................................................................. 16

Controller Position ................................................ 16

Seatback ................................................................. 18

TRU-Comfort .......................................................... 18
Installation and Use ................................................. 18
Cleaning .................................................................. 19
Lateral Adjustment ................................................... 20
Headrest Adjustment ............................................... 22

Storage ................................................................... 22

Care and Maintenance .......................................... 22

Warranty ................................................................. 23

Language Usage

This owner’s manual is intended for distribution in all English-
speaking countries where our Power Chairs are sold. We 
have chosen to compose this manual using language and 
spellings common to the USA. Since we recognize 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.

USA

Variation

asphalt

tarmac

authorized

authorised

backward(s)

rearward(s)

caster

castor

center

centre

color

colour

cord

lead

counterclockwise

anticlockwise

curb

kerb

elevator

lift

labor

labour

meter

metre

path

bridleway; footpath

pocketbook

handbag

provider

dealer; agent

sidewalk

pavement

tire

tyre

trunk

boot

turn signal

turn indicator

wrench

spanner

yard

grounds

Summary of Contents for TRU-BALANCE 3

Page 1: ...Zealand 1007 www pridemobility co nz UK 32 Wedgwood Road Bicester Oxfordshire OX26 4UL www quantumrehab co uk B V Authorised EU Representative De Zwaan 3 1601 MS Enkhuizen The Netherlands www quantum...

Page 2: ...ed circle and red slash Copyright 2019 INFMANU4800 Rev D October 2019 SAFETY GUIDELINES MANDATORY PROHIBITED WARNING WARNING WARNING Intended Use A wheelchair component is a device intended for medica...

Page 3: ...for distribution in all English speaking countries where our Power Chairs are sold We have chosen to compose this manual using language and spellings common to the USA Since we recognize that not all...

Page 4: ...itioning System NOTE This manual will discuss toggle operations only Refertothemanualthatwassuppliedwithyourcontroller for information on joystick and attendant control operation If your TRU Balance 3...

Page 5: ...vehicle Quantum Rehab strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated in your seating system although the seating system has passed the necessary testing requirements for cigarette s...

Page 6: ...ory programmed tilt angle See figure 3 Do not attempt to bypass remove reprogram and or adjust the full or partial inhibits that are programmed at factory settings Failure to heed this warning may res...

Page 7: ...rationwithoutfirstcontacting Pride Quantum or your Quantum Rehab Provider Some power chair components are heavy You may need assistance to lift or carry them Please refer to the specifications table f...

Page 8: ...rface Failure to heed this warning can result in the power chair tipping over The iLevel feature is intended for limited outdoor use on only flat level hardscape surfaces If you are unsure of your env...

Page 9: ...e seatback down To return the seatback to an upright position 1 Lift the seatback up and place in the upright position 2 Reinstall the detent pin and ensure all components are secure see figure 6 OR r...

Page 10: ...g configuration without contacting your Quantum Rehab Provider Youmayneedthefollowingtomakecomfortadjustments BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 Raise or lower the armrest to set armrest to the desired he...

Page 11: ...ht and Angle Adjustments 8 10 in 20 3 25 4 cm 11 13 in 27 9 33 cm 14 16 in 35 6 40 6 cm Top Screw Bottom Screw Seatback Seatback Side Rail Rear Armrest Support Joint Rear Screw Setscrews Front Armrest...

Page 12: ...y 1 Set the rear of the armrest into the rear seat receiver and install the detent pin See figure 9 2 Rotate the armrest assembly down 3 Push the front of the armrest into the front seat receiver and...

Page 13: ...rmrest from the armrest block See figure 11 2 Loosen screws 1 and 2 See figure 12 3 Slide the armrest block to the desired position 4 Tighten screws 1 and 2 5 Install the armrest in the armrest block...

Page 14: ...1 in 2 54 cm in 3 8 in 0 95 cm increments The bottom height adjustment range is 2 in 5 08 cm in 1 in 2 54 cm increments To adjust the top height 1 If present remove the optional locking pin See figure...

Page 15: ...ilt 1 Return to Seated Position 1 Recline 2 N A Return to Seat Position 2 N A Elevate Seat 3 N A Return to Seat Position 3 N A Combined Leg Rests Foot Platform Up 4 N A Combined Leg Rests Foot Platfor...

Page 16: ...nsion of the controller from the armrest and the height of the controller Use correct tie down points for controller harness to prevent the harness from getting caught in the drive tires pinched in th...

Page 17: ...into or out of the armrest to the desired position 5 Rotate and flip the release lever to tighten the clamp 6 Route the controller harness to the back of the power base and secure it with clips See fi...

Page 18: ...ts and lateral wings as needed and attach with hardware See figure 22 2 Position the seatback cushion so that the reusable hook and loop fastener straps face the seatback Place the cushion over any lu...

Page 19: ...5 Allow the cover to air dry Do not use bleach when washing the outer cover Doing so may cause damage to the cover Never submerge the seatback cushion in water Doing so may cause damage to the cushio...

Page 20: ...ight and width See figure 24 4 Tighten the screws inserted into the lateral track 5 Repeat for other side if necessary To adjust the laterals 1 Loosen the attachment screws in the lateral track 2 Slid...

Page 21: ...al extrusion 3 Install the lateral support into the lateral extrusion See figure 25 4 Insert the spacer and the two 2 bolts through the lateral support and the square slab nut Do not tighten completel...

Page 22: ...ur 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 It should be stored at room temperature in a clean and...

Page 23: ...eturn faulty parts to Quantum without prior consent All transportation costs and shipping damage incurred while submitting parts for repair or replacement are the responsibility of the original purcha...

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Page 27: ...d circle and red slash Copyright 2019 INFMANU4800 Rev 50D October 2019 SAFETY GUIDELINES MANDATORY PROHIBITED WARNING WARNING WARNING Intended Use A wheelchair component is a device intended for medic...

Page 28: ...Zealand 1007 www pridemobility co nz UK 32 Wedgwood Road Bicester Oxfordshire OX26 4UL www quantumrehab co uk B V Authorised EU Representative De Zwaan 3 1601 MS Enkhuizen The Netherlands www quantum...

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