Page 2 - S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S; Pride Mobility Products Corp.
44 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S 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! Failure to follow de...
Page 3 - C O N T E N T S
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 3 I. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 4 II. SAFETY .............................................................................................................
Page 4 - I . I N T R O D U C T I O N; SAFETY
4 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 I . I N T R O D U C T I O N SAFETY WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products Corporation (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 d...
Page 5 - PRIDE OWNERS CLUB; My Quantum Rehab Specialist:; we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 5 I . I N T R O D U C T I O N PRIDE OWNERS CLUB As an owner of a Pride product, you are invited to register your products warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club. You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed product registration card or by visiting ...
Page 8 - process for the use of the product.; Modifications; Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed
8 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 I I . S A F E T Y SAFETY MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owners manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides...
Page 9 - Weight Limitations; Tire Inflation; Avoid sudden stops and starts.
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 9 I I . S A F E T Y Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in personal injury and/or damage to your...
Page 10 - Braking Information; Your power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems:; Cornering Information
10 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 I I . S A F E T Y Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending) WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other sp...
Page 11 - Freewheel Mode; Outdoor Driving Surfaces; use your power chair safely on lawns and in park areas.; Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach; Stairs and Escalators
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 11 I I . S A F E T Y Freewheel Mode Your power chair is equipped with two manual freewheel levers to allow for manual maneuverability by a trained attendant. For more information about how to place your power chair into and out of freewheel mode, see III. Your Power...
Page 12 - Transfers; Doors; Figure 4. Ideal Transfer Position
12 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 I I . S A F E T Y Transfers Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance. Always have an attendant or health- care professional present while learning to properly trans- fer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, Pride ...
Page 13 - Inclement Weather Precautions; Motor Vehicle Transport; Positioning Belts; Reaching and Bending; Batteries
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 13 I I . S A F E T Y Inclement Weather Precautions Exposure of your power chair to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If suddenly caught up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the ea...
Page 14 - Removable Parts; Preventing Unintended Movement; Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations; Alcohol; of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol.; 205 to report the incident.
14 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 I I . S A F E T Y Removable Parts WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts. Personal injur y and/or damage to the power chair may result. Preventing Unintended Movement WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a station...
Page 15 - I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 15 I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R THE QUANTUM 500 The Quantum 500 has two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the power base assembly. See figure 5. Typically, the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The power base assembly includes ...
Page 17 - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS; Figure 6. The Quantum 500 Power Base
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 17 I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS The electrical components consist of the controller assembly, the batteries, and the motors. The batteries and the motors are located on the power base assembly. The controller is located on the seat assemb...
Page 18 - Main Circuit Breaker:; edly, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist.; Figure 7. Quantum 500 Electrical Components
18 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 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 prevent damag...
Page 19 - To engage or disengage the drive motors:; Locate the lever on top of each motor.
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 19 MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS The Quantum 500 has a manual freewheel lever on each motor. Manual freewheel levers enable you to disengage the drive motors from the gearboxes and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! Do not use the power chair while the drive motors are ...
Page 20 - INITIAL ASSEMBLY; I V . A S S E M B L Y; Figure 10. Quantum 500 Assembly View (Standard Seating Shown)
20 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 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 details those parts of the power chair that are designed to be disassembled a...
Page 21 - SEAT INSTALLATION
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 21 I V . A S S E M B L Y SEAT INSTALLATION It may be necessary to install the seat either prior to initial opera- tion or after transporting your power chair. If your power chair is equipped with a specialty seating system, refer to the information provided in separa...
Page 22 - V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S; COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS; Seat Height and Seat Angle Adjustment; NOTE: Change the seat dump by raising or lowering; Figure 12. Trapeze Bar Adjustment
22 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 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 chairs 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 height, ...
Page 23 - Seat Position
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 23 ARMREST KNOB JAM NUTS ARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTING SCREW Figure 14. Seatback Angle Adjustment Figure 13. Seat Position Adjustment 11. Remove each screw from the trapeze bars and apply thread lock. 12. Reinstall each screw into the trapeze bars and tighten. 13. Reinstal...
Page 24 - Armrest Width Adjustment; NOTE: Changing the armrest width may increase the; To change the armrest width:; Figure 15. Foot Platform Adjustment
24 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 Armrest Width Adjustment You can change each armrests width independently of the other. NOTE: Changing the armrest width may increase the overall width of your power chair. To change the armrest width: 1. Locate the two armrest knobs on each side of the armrest r...
Page 25 - To clamp the quick release fastener:; NOTE: If the lever will not rotate to the fully closed; Foot Platform Angle; To change the controller position:; Figure 17. Underside of Armrest
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 25 Figure 18. Adjusting Controller Position (MountingBlock Shown) SETSCREWS V . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S To clamp the quick release fastener: 1. Make sure the lever is in the open position. 2. Turn the nut clockwise until it is snug. 3. Rotate the lever un...
Page 26 - Figure 20. Elevating Leg Rests; Swing-away Footrests
26 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 Figure 19. Swing-Away Footrests FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT SCREWS FOOTREST EXTENSION SFR RELEASE LEVER LEG REST ADJUSTMENT SCREWS RELEASE LEVER B Figure 20. Elevating Leg Rests RELEASE LEVER A LEG REST EXTENSION Swing-away Footrests Swing-away Footrests (SFRs) enable you...
Page 28 - 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; Charging the Batteries; To charge the batteries using the off-board charger:; Position your power chair next to a standard wall outlet.
28 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 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 The Quantum 500 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 (fluid) lev...
Page 29 - batteries for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle.
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 29 V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) How does the charger work? The battery charger takes the standard wall outlet voltage of 120 VAC (alternating current) and converts it to 24 VDC (direct current). The power chair batte...
Page 30 - Why do my new batteries seem weak?; They do not have a memory like nickel-cadmium batteries.; How can I ensure maximum battery life?; for several days prior to recharging.; What about public transportation?; specific requirements.
30 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G WARNING! Corrosive chemicals contained in batteries. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Why do my new batteries seem weak? Deep-cycle batteries employ a much diffe...
Page 31 - V I I . O P E R A T I O N; VSI ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER; Joystick
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 31 V I I . O P E R A T I O N VSI ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER The electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair. The electronic controller enables you to move the power chair, as well as monitor battery charge, electronic controller functions, and the co...
Page 32 - Figure 24. VSI Controller Keypad; Keypad; Battery Condition Meter; ing you the batteries need to be charged immediately!; Rapid flash of lights:; until you become familiar with your new power chair.
32 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 Figure 24. VSI Controller Keypad V I I . O P E R A T I O N Keypad The keypad is located in front of the joystick. It contains keys necessary to operate your power chair. See figure 24. On/Off Key The on/off key turns the VSI on and off. WARNING! Unless faced with ...
Page 33 - The horn key activates the horn.
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 33 V I I . O P E R A T I O N Actuator Keys and Actuator Lights (For Optional Equipment) Actuator keys and actuator lights are used for optional equipment such as power elevating leg rests. For specific operation of the actuator keys and actuator lights, contact your ...
Page 34 - Thermal Rollback; of these error codes, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
34 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 V I I . O P E R A T I O N WARNING! Failure to properly align the connectors can result in damage to the VSI, the charger, and the connectors. Thermal Rollback The VSI controller is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit. This circuit monitors the temperature of ...
Page 35 - V I 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:
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 35 V I 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 500 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 your Qu...
Page 36 - Daily Checks
36 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E n 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 wiri...
Page 37 - Yearly Checks; Figure 25. Quantum 500 Drive Wheel
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 37 V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Yearly Checks Take your power chair to your Quantum Rehab Specialist for yearly maintenance. This helps ensure that your power chair is functioning properly and helps prevent future complications. Storage Your power ch...
Page 38 - Battery Replacement
38 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Battery Replacement A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the front battery tray. See the specification table for correct battery specifications. WARNING! Prevent injury. Do not replace battery when...
Page 39 - Figure 26. Battery Installation
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 39 BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM LABEL V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Figure 26. Battery Installation REAR SHROUD FASTENERS REAR SHROUD FRONT BATTERY REAR BATTERY
Page 40 - When to See Your Quantum Rehab Specialist for Service
40 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E When to See Your Quantum Rehab Specialist for Service The following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your power chair. If necessary, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. When calling, have the model num...
Page 41 - I X . W A R R A N T Y; LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
Quantum 500 www.quantumrehab.com 41 I X . W A R R A N T Y LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY For the lifetime of your power chair from the date of purchase, Pride will repair or replace at our option to the original purchaser, free of charge, any of the following parts found upon examination by an authorized...
Page 42 - RECONDITIONED UNITS WARRANTY; Exclusions also include components with damage caused by:; SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE
42 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 500 I X . W A R R A N T Y RECONDITIONED UNITS WARRANTY All reconditioned units are covered by a six-month warranty from Pride effective from the date of purchase. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not extend to those items which may require replacement due to nor...
Page 43 - Q u a l i t y C o n t r o l - M o d e l 1 400; Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory.; In Quality; Quality Control - Quantum 500
Q u a l i t y C o n t r o l - M o d e l 1 400 Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory. Date Inspected Inspector Model # ____________ Serial # ____________ Thank you for making the Quantum 500 your choice in power chairs. We have thoroughly inspected your Quantum 500. The following ...
