Pride Mobility QUANTUM REHAB 088 609 661 User manual

ACN# 088 609 661
Synergy TRU-Balance
PowerTilt
BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Synergy
TRU-Balance
PowerTilt ACN# 088 609 661
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INFORMATION LABELING
Copyright©2007
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INFMANU2285/RevH/October 07
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Specialist or a qualified
technician must perform the initial setup of this product and
must perform all of the instructions in this manual.
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toidentifywarningsandimportantinformation.Itisveryimportantforyoutoread
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LABEL INFORMATION................................................................. 4
INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................5
THE SYNERGY TRU-BALANCE POWER TILT SEATING
SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 7
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES.................................................7
OPERATING THE SYNERGY TRU-BALANCE POWER TILT....10
ARMREST OPTIONS .................................................................. 18
Flip-Up.................................................................................... 18
Heavy Duty Drop-In ................................................................ 20
Single Post Quick Height Adjustable Drop-In..........................22
Two Post Height Adjustable Flip-Up ....................................... 25
CONTROLLER POSITION .......................................................... 27
POWER SEAT ELEVATOR OPTION........................................... 28
MANUAL RECLINE OPTION ...................................................... 29
CARE AND MAINTENANCE......................................................30
WARRANTY................................................................................ 30

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Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water
whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry
condition.
EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an
immunity level of 20 V/m.
Use correct tie-down points for controller harness to prevent
the harness from getting caught in the drive tires, pinched
in the seat frame, or damaged when passing through
doorways.
Maximum seating weight
PRODUCTSAFETYSYMBOLS
Thesymbols below are usedontheseating system toidentifywarnings,manda-
toryactions,andprohibited actions. It is very important for youtoreadand un-
derstandthemcompletely.
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOMEtoQuantumRehab,adivisionofPrideMobilityProductsCorporation
(Pride).The product you have purchasedcombinesstate-of-the-artcomponents
withsafety,comfort,andstylinginmind.Weareconfidentthatthedesignfeatures
willprovideyouwiththeconveniencesyouexpectduringyourdailyactivities.
Understandinghowtosafely operateandcareforthisproductshould bring you
yearsoftrouble free operations and service.
Readandfollowall instructions, warnings,and notes in this manual beforeat-
temptingto operateyourproductforthefirsttime.Youmust alsoreadall instruc-
tions,warnings,andnotescontainedinanysupplementalinstructionalbookletsfor
thecontroller,frontriggings,and/orseatingsystemthataccompaniedyourpower
chair before initial operation.Your safety depends upon you, as well as your
provider,caretaker,orhealthcareprofessionalin usinggoodjudgement.
Thismanualistobeusedinadditiontothepowerbaseowner’smanualthatcamewith
yourpowerchair.Ifthereisanyinformationinthismanualwhichyoudonotunderstand,
or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation, please contact your
QuantumRehabSpecialist. Failuretofollowtheinstructions,warnings,and
notesinthismanualand those locatedonyourPrideproduct can resultin
personalinjuryand/orproductdamageandwillvoidPride’sproductwarranty.
PURCHASERíSAGREEMENT
Byacceptingdeliveryofthisproduct,youpromise thatyouwillnotchange,alter,
or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards,
shields,orothersafetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,orneglecttoinstallany
retrofitkitsfromtimeto time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe
useof this product.
INFORMATIONEXCHANGE
Wewant to hear your questions,comments,andsuggestionsaboutthismanual.
We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Pride
product,andabouttheserviceyoureceivedfromyourQuantumRehabSpecialist.
Pleasenotifyusofanychangeofaddress,sowecankeepyouapprisedofimportant
informationaboutsafety, new products, and new options that can increase your
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NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your
copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one
immediately.
My Quantum Rehab Specialist Is:
Name: _____________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
PhoneNumber: ______________________________________________
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THESYNERGYTRU-BALANCEPOWERTILTSEATINGSYSTEM
The Synergy TRU-Balance Power Tilt is a unique seating system designed
specifically for the Pride Power Chair. It is fully adjustable to meet the
individual needs of the user, and it is mounted to a Pride power base to
providemaximummaneuverability.
Reusablehookandloopfastenersareincludedinyourowner’spackageforusein
attachingthe seat cushion to theseat base. These fasteners arenot intended for
useon cushionswithanti-skid material, astheymay damagetheseatcushion.
Figure 1 provides information on the Synergy TRU-Balance Power Tilt
components. Usethisdiagramtofamiliarizeyourselfwiththefunctionandlocation
ofeach componentbeforeusingthe SynergyTRU-BalancePowerTilt.
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES
Before operating the Synergy TRU-Balance Power Tilt, please read the
following. These guidelines are provided for your benefit and will aid you in
the safe operation of the seating system.
!Turn off the power before you are seated in the Synergy TRU-Balance.
!AlwayshaveassistancewhenyouarebeingseatedintheSynergyTRU-Balance.
!Followalloftheproceduresandheedthewarningsasexplainedinyourpower
chairowner’smanual.
WARNING! Your Quantum Rehab Specialist configured your
Synergy Seating System to suit your specific requirements.
Do not change the original configuration without first
contacting your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
WARNING! Should the fittings on your Synergy Seating
System become loose, report the problem immediately to
your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
WARNING! Your Synergy Seating System is not approved for
use as a seat in any vehicle. Use the seats and occupant
restraints provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle.
WARNING! Do not exceed the weight capacity listed in your
power chair owner’s manual or 300 lbs. (136 kg; 400 lbs.
[181 kg] with the Heavy-Duty option, whichever is less.

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Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI)
WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic
and radio frequency waves can have an adverse affect on
the performance of electrically-powered mobility vehicles.
ElectromagneticandRadioFrequencyInterferencecancomefromsourcessuchas
cellularphones,mobiletwo-wayradios(suchaswalkie-talkies),radiostations,TV
stations,amateurradio(HAM)transmitters,wirelesscomputerlinks,microwavesig-
nals,pagingtransmitters,andmedium-rangemobiletransceiversusedbyemergency
vehicles.Insomecases,thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementordamageto
thecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobilityvehiclehasanimmunity(or
resistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainst
EMI.Thisproducthasbeentestedandhaspassedatanimmunitylevelof20V/m.
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 mobility vehicle and avoid coming
into close proximity of radio and TV stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to
the electrically-powered mobility vehicle can increase the
susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your power
chair in any way not authorized by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself
can disturb the performance of other electrical devices
located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center on
www.pridemobility.com. If unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn
your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Call Pride or contact your
Quantum Rehab Specialist to report the incident.

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Figure 1.SynergyTRU-Balance PowerTilt and Options
ARTICULATING
LEG RESTS (ALR)
Maintains correct
knee-to-heel
measurements when
user's legs are raised
or lowered.
SWING-AWAY
ARTICULATING
LEG RESTS (ALR)
Maintains correct
knee-to-heel
measurements when
user's legs are raised
or lowered.
HIGH PIVOT
ELEVATING
LEG RESTS (ELR)
Mimics the motion of
the knee during leg
elevation.
LEG RESTS
(OPTIONAL)
MANUAL
RECLINE BACK
(OPTIONAL)
With this option, the
seatback can be
adjusted to recline to
an angle between
90 and 180
4-WAYTOGGLE CONTROLS (OPTIONAL)
Allows the user to control the tilt, seat elevator, and
articulating leg rest actuators (if so equipped).
4-way
Button
Toggle
4-way
Toggle Quad Push-Button
Control
ATTENDANT CONTROL MODULES
(OPTIONAL)
Allows an attendant to control the
actuators. Any action made through
the Attendant Control Module
overrides the toggle actions made by
the user.
ARMRESTS
Available in three
basic styles:
Heavy Duty Drop-in
Flip-up
(standard)
Single Post Quick
Height Adjustable
Drop-in
(available in adult
and pediatric sizes)
Two Post Height
Adjustable Flip-up

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OPERATINGTHE SYNERGYTRU-BALANCE POWERTILT
TheSynergyTRU-Balance PowerTiltcan beoperated througha PG, Dynamic, or
Q-Logiccontroller,aspecialtycontroller,asingle switch, oratoggle(seefigures4
through11).YourSynergySeatingSystemprovidesupto55°oftilt. Seefigure3.
ThereisapowerinhibitonyourSynergySeatingSystemwhichwillnotallowyouto
driveyourpowerchairwhileinthetiltposition. Aquarter-speed inhibitwillactivate
at5°-20°,andfullinhibitwillactivateat20°-55°. Seefigure2.
WARNING! Check the immediate area before operating the
tilt feature. Keep clear prior to and during movement.
55
Figure 3.SynergyTRU-Balance PowerTilt Range of Motion
NOTE: Your Synergy TRU-Balance Power Tilt is equipped with safety
pressure switches. If any obstruction is detected near the tilt mechanism
while you are attempting to tilt or return to a sitting position, the tilt
mechanism will automatically stop.
Figure 2. Inhibit Matrix
Recline
Lock Out Tilt Lock Out Elevate Lock Out 1/4 Speed Full Drive Lock Out
Elevated x x Active
Tilted more than 20xActive
Reclined more than 20xActive
Tilted/reclined
more than 170xxx Active

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NOTE: This manual will discuss toggle, joystick, and Attendant Control
Module operations only. If your Synergy Seating System is equipped with
a different operating device, please refer to the operation manual sup-
plied with that device and/or your power chair owner’s manual.
2-wayToggle
1. Totiltbackward,pullthetoggleswitch
backward.
2. Toreturntoasittingpositionortoa0°
tilt position, push the toggle switch
forward.
Figure 5.2-way Multi-Position
Toggle Operation
SingleSwitch
1. To tilt backward, push the single
switch.
2. Toreturntoasittingpositionortoa0°
tiltposition,pushthesingleswitchagain.
Figure 4. Single Switch Operation
ToggleOperation
Your SynergyTRU-Balance Power Tilt
maybeequippedwithaa single switch, a
2-waytoggle,or one of three available4-
waytoggles.
NOTE: Your TRU-Balance Seating
Systemmaybe equippedwithany num-
ber of these functions.

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4-wayToggle
!TiltFunction
1. To tilt backward, pull the toggle switch
backward.
2. To return to a sitting position or to a 0° tilt
position, pull the toggle switch backward,
release,then pullbackwardagain.
!SeatElevatorFunction(Optional)
1. To elevate the seat, push the toggle switch
tothe left.
2. To lower the seat, push the toggle switchto
theleft, release, thenpushtothe left again.
Figure 6. 4-way Toggle
Operation
!CombinedLegRestFunction (Optional)
1. Toelevatebothlegrests,push the toggle switchtotheright.
2. Tolowerbothlegrests, pushthetoggleswitch totheright, release,thenpush
totherightagain.
!IndependentLeg RestFunction(Optional)
1. Toelevatetheleftlegrest, push thetoggleswitchto the left.
2. Tolowertheleftleg rest,pushthetoggle switchtotheleft, release,thenpush
totheleftagain.
3 Toelevatetheright legrest,pushthe toggleswitchtothe right.
4 Tolowerthe right leg rest,push the toggle switch tothe right, release, then
pushtotheright again.

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4-wayButtonToggle
Figure 7. 4-way Button
Toggle Operation
!TiltFunction
1. To tilt backward, pull the toggle button
backward.
2. To return to a sitting position or to a 0° tilt
position, pull the toggle button backward,
release,then pullbackwardagain.
!SeatElevatorFunction(Optional)
1. To elevate the seat, push the toggle button to
theleft.
2. Tolowertheseat, pushthetogglebuttonto the
left,release, thenpushtothe leftagain.
!CombinedLegRestFunction (Optional)
1. Toelevatebothlegrests,pushthe toggle button to theright.
2. Tolowerbothlegrests, pushthetogglebutton totheright,release, then push
totherightagain.
!IndependentLeg RestFunction(Optional)
1. Toelevatetheleftlegrest, push the togglebuttontotheleft.
2. Tolowertheleftleg rest, pushthetoggle button totheleft,release, thenpush
totheleftagain.
3. Toelevatetherightlegrest, pushthetogglebutton to theright.
4. Tolowerthe right leg rest,push the toggle buttonto the right, release,then
pushtotheright again.

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!IndependentLeg RestFunction(Optional)
1. Toelevatetheleftlegrest, push the thirdbutton.
2. Tolowertheleftlegrest, push thethirdbuttonagain.
3. Toelevatetherightleg rest, pushthefourthbutton.
4. Tolowertherightleg rest,pushthefourth buttonagain.
QuadPush-ButtonControlToggle
!TiltFunction
1. Totiltbackward,pushthefirst button.
2. To return to a sitting position or to a 0° tilt
position,pushthefirstbuttonagain.
!SeatElevatorFunction(Optional)
1. To elevate the seat, push the third button.
2. To lower the seat, push thethirdbuttonagain.
!CombinedLegRestFunction (Optional)
1. Toelevatebothlegrests,pushthefourthbutton.
2. Tolowerbothlegrests,pushthefourthbuttonagain.
Figure 8. Quad Push-
Button ControlToggle
Operation
1
2
3
4
AttendantControlModule
YourSynergyTRU-BalancePowerTiltis equipped with oneof twoAttendant
ControlModules(seefigure9). The actuators can be adjusted either by the user
through the controller or the toggle, or by an attendant through theAttendant
ControlModule.Any action made through theAttendant Control Module will
overridetoggle actions made bytheuser.
ThefollowingactuatorscanbeadjustedusingeitherAttendantControlModule:
!TiltFunction
!SeatElevatorFunction(Optional)
!LegRestFunction(Optional)
!Independent/CombinedLegRestFunction (Optional)
NOTE: Your TRU-Balance Seating System may be equipped with some
or all of these functions.

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Figure 9. Attendant Control Module
Actuator Indicator
Power Key
If your seating system is equipped with theAttendant Control Module
shownin figure 9,the actuatorsare operatedas follows:
1. Pressthe power key topower on the module.
2. PressSelectuntil the desiredactuatoris illuminatedontheactuator indicator
(seefigure 10).
3. Usethe up and down arrowstooperate the actuator to thedesiredposition.

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Remote Plus Controller Operation
1. PresstheOn/OffKeyto power on the chair andthecontroller.
2. PresstheMode Key twice to select actuator adjustmentmode.
3. Pushthejoystick totheright tocyclethrough theavailableactuators untilthe
seatbacklightisilluminatedontheactuatorindicator.Seefigure10.
4. Pushthejoystickforwardtoraisetheseatbackorbackwardtotilttheseatback.
5. Pressthe Mode Key again to returnto the drive mode.
Recline Mode Tilt Mode
Elevating Seat Mode
ALR/ELR Mode (both) ALR/ELR Mode (right) ALR/ELR Mode (left)
Figure 10. Actuator Modes

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Q-Logic Controller Operation
1. Pushthe On/Off and Mode SelectLeverup once to power onthe chair and
thecontroller.
2. PushandreleasetheOn/OffandModeSelectLeveruponcetoselectactuator
adjustmentmode.
3. Pushthejoystick totheright tocyclethrough theavailableactuatorsuntilthe
seatandback are illuminated ontheactuatorindicator.See figure 11.
4. Pullthe joystick backward totilt backward or push the joystick forward to
returntoasittingposition.
5. Pushand release the On/Offand Mode Select Leveruntil you return to the
desireddriveprofile.
Figure 11. Actuator Modes - Q-Logic
Tilt Mode ALR/ELR Mode (both)
ALR/ELR Mode (right) ALR/ELR Mode (left)

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Figure 12. Flip-Up Armrest Angle Adjustment
Turn screw clockwise
to tilt armrest
downwards.
Turn screw
counterclockwise to
tilt armrest upwards.
Armrest
Angle
Support
Bracket
Button
Head
Screw
Armrest
Angle
Support
Bracket
Button
Head
Screw
Jam Nut Jam Nut
ARMRESTOPTIONS
Thefollowingsectionswilldescribearmrestoptions andthe comfortadjustments
thatcanbe made to them.
You mayneedthefollowingtomakecomfortadjustments:
!standardhexkeyset
!standardopen-endedwrench set
!Phillipsheadscrewdriver
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move your power chair or
seating system by any of its removable parts, including the
armrests, front riggings, seat cushions, seatback, shrouds,
or controller. Use only solid, non-removable frame
components to lift or move your power chair or seating
system.
WARNING! Prevent personal injury and product damage!
Avoid putting all of your weight on the power chair armrests
and do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes,
such as transfers. Such use may cause the power chair to
tip, resulting in personal injury.
Flip-UpArmrests
TheFlip-UpArmrestsareattachedto theseatcanes andaredesignedto“flip-up”
outoftheway foreasiertransferontoand offofthepowerchair.Boththe armrest
angleandthe armrest height can be adjusted on the Flip-UpArmrests.
To adjustthearmrestangle:
1. Flipthearmrestsupandoutoftheway.
2. Loosenthejamnutlocatedonthearmrestanglesupportbracket. Seefigure12.

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Figure 13. Flip-Up Armrest Height Adjustment
Flat Head
Screws
Amrest Angle
Support Bracket
Socket Head
Cap Screw
Socket Head
Cap Screw
Flat Head
Screws
Amrest Angle
Support Bracket
Armrest Clamp
3. Loosenortighten thebuttonhead screwlocatedon thearmrestanglesupport
bracket.Looseningthebuttonheadscrewwillincreasethearmrestangle;tightening
thebuttonheadscrewwilldecrease thearmrestangle. Seefigure13.
4. Whenthescrewhasbeenpositionedtotheproperangle,tightenthejamnut. See
figure12.
5. Movethearmrestsdown to position.
To adjustthearmrestheight:
1. Movethearmrests up and out of theway.
2. Loosenthejamnutlocatedonthearmrestanglesupportbracket.Seefigure13.
3. Removethebutton head screw and jamnutfrom the armrest angle support
bracket. Seefigure 12.
4. Removethetwo (2)flatheadscrews fromthearmrest anglesupportbracket,
thenremovethebracket.Seefigure13.
5. Remove the socket head cap screwfromthearmrest clamp. See figure 13.
6. Raiseorlower the armrests to the desired height.
7. Reinstall the socket head cap screw tothearmrestclamp. Seefigure13.
8. Replacethearmrestangle support bracket, thenreinstallandtighten the two
(2)flat head screws. See figure 13.
9. Reinstallandtightenthebuttonheadscrewtothearmrestanglesupportbracket,
thentighten the jamnut. Seefigure12.
10. Move the armrests down to position.

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Figure15.Heavy DutyDrop-In Armrest
Position Adjustment
Seat Base
Side Rail
Armrest
Lock
Flat Head
Screws
Figure 14. Heavy Duty Drop-In
ArmrestRemoval/Installation
Heavy Duty Drop-In Armrests
TheHeavyDutyDrop-InArmrestsareattachedtotheseatwithanarmrestlocking
mechanismthat isfastenedtothe siderailsofthe seatingsystem.Thesearmrests
canbe removed foreasytransferonto and offofthepower chair. Thepositionof
thearmrestonthechair,aswellastheoverallheightofthearmrest,canbeadjusted.
To remove the armrest assembly:
1. Rotate the armrest lock lever
rearward.Seefigure14.
2. Liftupthearmrestassembly.
To installthe armrestassembly:
1. Place the armrest assembly into
thearmrestlock.Seefigure14.
2. Rotate the armrest lock lever
forward.
To adjustthearmrestposition:
1. Rotate the armrest lock lever
rearward and remove the armrest
fromthearmrestlock.See figure14.
2. Loosen the flat head screws that
fastenthe armrest lock to theseat
basesiderail.Seefigure15.
3. Slidethe armrest lock forward or
rearward along the seat base
siderail.
4. Tightentheflatheadscrews.
5. Install the armrest in the armrest
lock and rotate the lock lever
forward.Seefigure 15.
6. Repeat for the other side if
necessary.
Unlocked
Postion
Locked Postion