Page 2 - S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S; Quick Reference Information; Quantum Rehab Provider:
S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Copyright © 2011Pride Mobility Products Corp.INFMANU2883/Rev J/July 2011 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. A...
Page 3 - C O N T E N T S
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 3 I. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................4 II. SAFETY ....................................................................................................
Page 4 - I . I N T R O D U C T I O N; SAFETY; we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
4 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series I . I N T R O D U C T I O N SAFETY WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products (Pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety , comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these desig...
Page 5 - PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 5 Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition. Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while operating. Use correct tie-down points for contro...
Page 9 - GENERAL GUIDELINES; vider in the instruction process for the use of the product.; Modifications; tire if equipped with pneumatic tires.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 9 I I . S A F E T Y GENERAL GUIDELINES MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobi...
Page 10 - Weight Limitations; mounted to the power chair.; Tire Inflation; Incline Information; a safely controlled descent.
10 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. Keep in mind that the maximum weight capacity includes the combined weight of the user and any accessories mounted to the p...
Page 11 - Freewheel Mode; Braking Information; Your power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems:; Cornering Information; sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair from tipping.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 11 WARNING! If your power chair is equipped with a reclining seatback, do not attempt to negotiate inclines with the seat in a reclined position. Do not attempt to negotiate obstacles with the seat in a reclined position unless an attendant is present to help...
Page 12 - To navigate up over a curb or stationary obstacle:
12 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series Public Streets and Roadways WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your power chair. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait unt...
Page 13 - Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.; Elevators
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 13 Stairs and Escalators Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator. WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators. Doors Determine if the door opens toward or away from you. Driv...
Page 14 - transit securement system.; Removable Parts
14 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series Motor Vehicle Transport Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your power chair while traveling in a motor vehicle. The power chair should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with batteries removed and properly secur...
Page 15 - Batteries; Reaching and Bending; Transfers
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 15 Batteries In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more information about your power chair’s batteries, see VI. “Batteries and Charging.” MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and relate...
Page 16 - Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
16 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series WARNING! Before transferring, 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 armres...
Page 17 - Quantum Rehab Provider to report the incident.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 17 WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios, laptops, and other types of radio transmitters may cause unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility vehicle due to EMI. Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your m...
Page 18 - I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R; THE QUANTUM 600 SERIES POWER CHAIR
18 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R THE QUANTUM 600 SERIES POWER CHAIR Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the power base assembly. See figure 5. Typi- cally, the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The...
Page 19 - Electrical Components; This is where the controller connects to the motors.; Controller Connector:; and not allowed to drag on the floor.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 19 I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R Electrical Components The electrical components are located inside the power base. The main circuit breaker is located on the front of the battery tray. The controller connector(s) are located inside the power base. See ...
Page 20 - Main Circuit Breaker:
20 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R Main Circuit Breaker: The main circuit breaker is 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 preve...
Page 21 - Locate the lever on top of each motor.; See figures 8A and 9A.; then move to the desired position.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 21 Manual Freewheel Levers Your power chair has a manual freewheel lever on each motor. Manual freewheel levers enable you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. There are two different types of manual freewheel levers that your power ...
Page 22 - INITIAL ASSEMBLY; disassembly to make some comfort adjustments.; I V . A S S E M B L Y
22 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series SEAT INSTALLATION ARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT CONTROLLER POSITION INITIAL ASSEMBLY Your power chair may require some assembly either before initial use or after transportation. It may also require disassembly to make some comfort adjustments. Figure 10 detail...
Page 23 - Seat Installation; NOTE: If your power chair is equipped with a Spe-; See
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 23 SEAT LATCH SAFETY WIRE TIES I V . A S S E M B L Y Seat Installation It may be necessary to install the seat either prior to initial operation or after transporting your power chair. Most seats are attached to the power base with the Uni- versal Mounting Sy...
Page 24 - NOTE: The transit securement system is not
24 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series I V . A S S E M B L Y 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 ...
Page 25 - V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S; COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS; You may need the following to make comfort; NOTE: Change the seat dump by raising or lowering
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 25 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 power chair’s operation, you may find the need to make some adjustments to increase your comfort, such as seat height and angle, armrest width, armrest angle and ...
Page 26 - Seat Position Adjustment
26 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series Figure 16. Seat Position Adjustment V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S 10. Reinstall the retaining clips. 11. Remove each screw from the trapeze bars and apply thread lock. 12. Reinstall each screw into the trapeze bars and tighten. 13. Reinstall the ...
Page 27 - Seatback Angle Adjustment; NOTE: Changing the armrest width may increase the; To change the armrest width:
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 27 V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S Figure 17. Seatback and Armrest Adjustment Seatback Angle Adjustment If your power chair is equipped with an adjustable seat- back, you can adjust it to four (4) different angles: 90°, 102°, 105°, or 107°. To adjust ...
Page 28 - Controller Position; To extend the controller:
28 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series SETSCREWS MOUNTING SCREWS 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...
Page 29 - Foot Platform Height Adjustment; NOTE: If the lever will not rotate to the fully closed; Foot Platform Angle Adjustment
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 29 SCREW CAM V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S Figure 20. Foot Platform Adjustment FOOT PLATFORM BRACKET FOOT PLATFORM RETAINING PIN QUICK RELEASE FASTENERS LEVER (OPEN) BOLT NUT UNCLAMPED CLAMPED LEVER (FULLY CLOSED) SECUREMENT NUT Foot Platform Height...
Page 30 - Positioning Belt; To adjust the positioning belt for operator comfort:
30 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S Positioning Belt Your power chair may be equipped with a positioning belt that can be adjusted for operator comfort. See fig- ure 23. The positioning belt is designed to support the operator so that he/she does not s...
Page 31 - V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G; BATTERIES AND CHARGING; for use in power chairs.; Charging the Batteries
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 31 V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G BATTERIES AND CHARGING Your power chair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (f...
Page 32 - To charge the batteries using an off-board charger:; NOTE: The LED lights on the charger indicate different
32 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series Battery Break-in To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency: 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance level. 2. Operate your power chair throughout the house and yard....
Page 33 - Daily Use; supplied with the battery charger for charging instructions.; How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?; Why do my new batteries seem weak?
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 33 V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G Daily Use If you use your power chair on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using your power chair. Your power chair will be ready each morning to give you a full day’s service. I...
Page 34 - How can I ensure maximum battery life?; and limited battery life.; How should I store my power chair and its batteries?; at least once per week.; What about public transportation?; to determine that carrier’s specific requirements.
34 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series How can I ensure maximum battery life? A fully charged deep-cycle battery will provide reliable performance and extended battery life. Keep your power chair’s batteries fully charged whenever possible. Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged, in...
Page 35 - V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E; CARE AND MAINTENANCE; Should your power chair come in contact with water:; Dry your power chair as thoroughly as possible with a towel.; Temperature; Keep the controller clean.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 35 V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Quantum 600 is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from y...
Page 36 - Daily Checks
36 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E All wheel bearings are prelubricated 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 ...
Page 37 - Storage; batteries from the power chair. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”; Disposal of Your Power Chair; your product before application.; Wheel Replacement; readily available through your Quantum Rehab Provider.
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 37 V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Storage Your power chair should be stored in a dry place, free from temperature extremes. When storing, disconnect the batteries from the power chair. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.” WARNING! If you fail to sto...
Page 38 - Remove the screws and separate the front and rear rim.; Battery Replacement; battery specifications.; You may need the following to change your batteries:; metric/standard socket set and ratchet
38 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Figure 26. Drive Wheel Disassembled TIRE Figure 25. Quantum 600 Series Drive Wheel SCREW REARRIM HALF TUBE FRONTRIM HALF Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both pneumatic and solid tires: 1. ...
Page 40 - To replace the batteries:; through the notch in the right side of the front cover.; When to See Your Quantum Rehab Provider for Service
40 www.pridemobility.com Quantum 600 Series V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E To replace the batteries: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.” 3. Gently push down and pull backward at the harness access poin...
Page 41 - A P P E N D I X I – S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Quantum 600 Series www.pridemobility.com 41 A P P E N D I X I – S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 1 Varies with base model, user weight, terrain type, battery amp hour rating (Ah), battery charge, battery condition, motors, controller type, tire type, and tire condition. This specification can be subject ...
Page 44 - QUANTUM; Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory.; Quality Control - Quantum 600 Series; Inclusion of all Parts; Fit and Finish; SERIES
QUANTUM Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory. Date Inspected Inspector Quality Control - Quantum 600 Series Inclusion of all Parts Joystick Serial Number Controller Serial Number Left Motor Serial Number Right Motor Serial Number Fit and Finish Performance *INFMANU2883* Product ...
