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Care and Maintenance
The Kozmo and Kozmo Portable are sophisticated power
chairs. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine
maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks,
but others require assistance from a Quantum Rehab
Provider. Preventive maintenance is very important. If you
follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled,
you can help ensure that your power chair gives you years of
trouble-free operation. If you have any doubt as to your power
chair’s care or operation, contact a Quantum Rehab Provider.
Do not service the power chair when the seat is occupied.
Your power chair, like most electrical equipment, is susceptible
to damage from the elements. Avoid damp areas of any kind.
Direct or prolonged exposure to water or dampness could
cause the power chair to malfunction electronically and
mechanically. Water can cause electrical components
to corrode and the chair’s frame to rust. Power chairs
should be examined periodically for signs of corrosion
caused by water exposure, bodily fluid exposure, or
incontinence. Damaged components should be replaced
or treated immediately.
Should your power chair come in contact with water:
1. Dry your power chair as thoroughly as possible with a
towel.
2. Allow your power chair to sit in a warm, dry place for 12
hours to allow unseen water to evaporate.
3. Check the controller operation and the brakes before
using your power chair again.
4. If any inconsistencies are found, take your power chair to a
Quantum Rehab Provider. Power chairs 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 may freeze.
The specific temperature at which they freeze depends
on a number of factors, such as battery charge, usage,
and composition of the batteries (e.g., AGM).
General Guidelines
Avoid knocking or bumping the controller.
Avoid prolonged exposure of your power chair to extreme
conditions, such as heat, cold, or moisture.
Keep the controller clean.
Check all connectors to ensure that they are all tight and
secured properly.
If your power chair is equipped, make sure pneumatic
tires are inflated to the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating
indicated on each tire.
Make sure pneumatic tires are inflated to the psi/bar/
kPa air pressure rating indicated on each tire. Do not
underinflate or overinflate your tires. Low pressure may
result in loss of control, and overinflated tires may burst.
Overinflating tires can cause them to explode.
Do not use a high pressure hose to inflate your tires.
Use a rubber conditioner on the tire sidewalls to help
preserve them.
Never use a rubber conditioner on the tread areas of the
tires; doing so may make the tires slippery and cause
your power chair to skid.
All wheel bearings are prelubicated and sealed. They
require no subsequent lubrication.
The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant
coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help it
retain its high-gloss appearance.
If your power chair has a body shroud with a
glossy finish,
the body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant
coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help it
retain its high-gloss appearance. If your power chair has
a body shroud with a
matte finish, use ONLY products
developed for matte-finish paint. Do not use wax, detail
spray, ArmorAll®, or any product made for glossy paint.
Carefully choose the correct product to protect the
finish of your power chair’s shroud(s). ONLY products
developed for matte-finish paint should be used on
shrouds with a matte finish. Failure to follow this warning
may result in damage to the shroud’s matte paint finish.
Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are
tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within
the battery tray, with the battery terminals facing inward,
toward each other. Refer to the battery wiring lable for
the correct wiring layout.
Even though the power chair has passed the necessary
testing requirements for ingress of liquids, you should
keep electrical connections away from sources of
dampness, including direct exposure to water or bodily
fluids and incontinence. Check electrical components
frequently for signs of corrosion and replace as necessary.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
