Pride Mobility Quantum 1650 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road !Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA!www.quantumrehab.com

SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright©2005
PrideMobilityProductsLtd.
INFMANU2542/RevB/December2005
www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 1650
Thesymbolsbelow areusedthroughoutthis owner'smanualand onthepower chair toidentifywarnings andimportant
information.Itisveryimportantforyoutoread themandunderstandthemcompletely.
WARNING! Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component
damage, or malfunction.
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform mandatory
actions can cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment.
PROHIBITED! These actions should be prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any
time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause injury to personnel and/
or damage to equipment.

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I. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY....................................................................................................................................................5
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR.......................................................................................................................15
IV. ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................20
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS...........................................................................................................22
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING .......................................................................................................27
VII. OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................30
VIII.CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................33
IX. WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................38
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Thisowner’smanualiscompiledfromthelatestspecificationsandproductinformationavailableatthetimeofpublication.
Wereservethe righttomakechangesastheybecomenecessary.Anychangestoourproductsmaycause slightvariations
betweentheillustrationsandexplanationsinthismanualandtheproduct youhavepurchased.

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEto QuantumRehab, adivision ofPride MobilityProducts Ltd. (Pride).The powerchair youhave purchased
combinesstate-of-the-artcomponents with safety,comfortandstyling inmind.Weareconfidentthat thesedesignfea-
tureswillprovideyouwith theconveniencesyouexpectduring yourdailyactivities.Onceyou understandhowtosafely
operateandcare for yourpowerchair,it shouldgiveyou years oftroublefree operationandservice.
Readandfollowallinstructions,warnings,andnotesinthismanualbeforeattemptingtooperateyourpowerchairforthe
firsttime. Inaddition,yoursafetydependsuponyou,aswellasyourdealer, careror healthcareprofessional inusinggood
judgement.
Ifthereisanyinformationinthis manualwhichyoudonot understand,orifyourequire additionalassistanceforsetupor
operation,pleasecontactyourQuantum RehabSpecialist.Failuretofollowtheinstructionsinthismanualandthose
locatedonyourpowerchaircanleadtopersonalinjuryand/ordamageto thepowerchair,includingvoidingthe
warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byacceptingdeliveryofthis product, you promise thatyouwillnotchange, alter or modify thisproductorremoveor
renderinoperableorunsafeanyguards,shieldsorother safetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuseorneglect toinstallany
retrofitskitsfrom timetotimeprovided byPridetoenhance orpreservethe safe useofthis product.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
Wewanttohearyourquestions,commentsandsuggestionsaboutthismanual.Wewouldalsoliketohearaboutthesafety
andreliabilityofyournew powerchair,and abouttheserviceyoureceived fromyourQuantumRehabSpecialist.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new
productsandnewoptionsthatcanincrease yourabilitytouseand enjoyyourpowerchair.Pleasefeelfree tocontactusat
theaddressbelow:
PrideMobilityProductsLtd.
Unit106,HeyfordParkCamp Road
UpperHeyford,Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
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.
MyQuantumRehabSpecialist:
Name:______________________________________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:______________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:_______________________________________________________________________________

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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbolsbelowareusedonthe powerchairtoidentifywarnings, mandatoryactionsandprohibitedactions.Itis very
importantforyoutoread andunderstandthemcompletely.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce
the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
EMI-RFI—This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum seating weight.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from drive
mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Locked and in drive mode.
Four (4) Battery Configuration:
+ = Positive Terminal
– = Negative Terminal
Connect Red wire to positive terminal (+)
Connect Black wire to negative terminal (–)

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Two (2) Battery Configuration:
+ = Positive Terminal
– = Negative Terminal
Connect Red wire to positive terminal (+)
Connect Black wire to negative terminal (–)
Do not remove anti-tip wheels.
Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop or other radio transmitter while operating.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and
store in a clean and dry condition.
Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly install an
approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access. Failure
to heed could result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension lead to the
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SAFETY
MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading
and understanding this owner’s manual.
Your powerchairisastate-of-the-artlife-enhancementdevicedesigned toincrease mobility. Prideprovidesanextensive
varietyofproductstobestfittheindividual needs of the power chair user.Pleasebeawarethatthefinal selection and
purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair user, who is
capableofmakingsucha decision,andhis/herhealthcareprofessional(i.e.,medicaldoctor,physicaltherapist,etc.).
Thecontentsofthismanual arebasedontheexpectation thatamobility deviceexperthasproperlyfitted thepowerchair
tothe userandhasassistedtheprescribinghealthcareprofessionaland/ortheQuantumRehabSpecialistintheinstruction
processfortheuseof the product.
Therearecertainsituations,includingsomemedicalconditions,wherethepowerchairuserwillneedtopracticeoperating
the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant.Atrained attendant can be defined as a family member or care
professionalspeciallytrainedinassistingapowerchairuserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
Asyoubeginusingyourpowerchairduringdailyactivities,youwillprobably encountersituationsinwhichyouwillneed
somepractice.Simplytakeyourtimeandyouwillsoonbeinfullandconfidentcontrolasyoumaneuverthroughdoorways,
onandoff of lifts,upand down ramps,andover moderateterrain.
Belowaresomeprecautions,tips andothersafetyconsiderationsthat willhelptheuserbecome accustomedtooperating
thepowerchairsafely.
Modifications
Pridehasdesignedandengineeredyourpowerchairto providemaximummobilityandutility.Awiderangeofaccessories
isavailablefrom yourQuantumRehabSpecialist tofurthercustomise your powerchairto bettersuityourneeds and/or
preferences.However,undernocircumstances shouldyou modify,add,removeor disableany feature,partorfunctionof
yourpowerchair.
WARNING! Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorised by Pride. Unauthorised
modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Gettoknow the feelofyourpower chairanditscapabilities. Priderecommendsthatyou performasafetycheck before
eachuseto make sureyourpower chair operatessmoothlyand safely.
Performthefollowinginspectionspriortousingyourpowerchair:
!Checkforpropertyreinflation.Maintainbutdonotexceed2.4bar/35psiineachtyre(ifequippedwithpneumatictyres).
!Checkallelectrical connections.Makesurethey aretightand notcorroded.
!Checkallcontrollerconnections to thepowerbase.Make sure theyaresecuredproperly.
!Checkthebrakes.SeeVIII. “Care and Maintenance.”
!Checkbatterycharge. SeeVI.“Batteries andCharging.”
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Weight Limitations
Yourpowerchairisratedfor amaximumweightcapacity.Pleaserefertothe specificationstable forthislimit.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in personal injury
and/or damage to your power chair. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property
damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your power chair. Carrying passengers on your power
chair may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Tyre Inflation
Ifyour powerchairisequippedwithpneumatictyres,youshouldcheckorhavetheairpressurecheckedregularly.Proper
inflationpressureswillprolongthelifeof yourtyresandhelpensurethesmooth operationofyourpowerchair.
WARNING! It is important that 2.4 bar/35 psi tyre pressure be maintained in pneumatic tyres at all
times. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tyres. Low pressure may result in loss of control,
and overinflated tyres may burst. Failure to maintain 2.4 bar/35 psi tyre pressure in pneumatic
tyres at all times may result in tyre and/or wheel failure, causing serious personal injury and/or
damage to your power chair.
WARNING! Inflate your power chair drive tyres from a regulated air source with an available
pressure gauge. Inflating your tyres from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting
in a burst tyre and/or personal injury.
WARNING! When changing a tyre, remove only the centre lug nut, then remove the tyre. If any
further disassembly is required, deflate the tyre completely or it may explode, possibly resulting
in personal injury.
Incline Information
Moreandmorebuildingshaverampswithspecifieddegreesofinclination,designedforeasyandsafeaccess.Someramps
mayhaveturningswitchbacks(180-degreeturns)thatrequire youtohave goodcorneringskills onyourpowerchair.
!Proceedwithextreme cautionasyouapproach thedowngradeofa ramporother incline.
!Takewideswings withyour powerchair’s frontwheelsaroundanytightcorners.Ifyoudothat,thepowerchair’srear
wheelswillfollow awidearc, notcutthe cornershort,and notbumpinto orgethung uponany railingcorners.
!When driving down a ramp, keep the power chair’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a
safelycontrolleddescent. SeeVII.“Operation.”
!Avoidsuddenstopsand starts.
Whenclimbinganincline,trytokeepyourpowerchairmoving. Ifyoumuststop,startupagainslowlyandthenaccelerate
cautiously.Whendriving down anincline,set yourpowerchairto theslowestsettingand driveinthe forward direction
only. If your power chair starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a
completestopbyreleasingthe joystick,thenpushthejoystickforwardslightlyto ensureasafelycontrolleddescent.
WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline.
Drive your power chair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.
Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.
WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered
with snow, ice, cut grass or wet leaves).
WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the power chair in freewheel
mode while seated on it or standing next to it. Doing so may result in personal injury and/or
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WARNING! Never travel down an incline rearward. This may result in personal injury.
WARNING! Your power chair may be equipped with a reclining seatback. This feature is intended
for use on a flat, level surface. Do not negotiate inclines with the seat in a reclined position as
this may result in the power chair tipping over and causing personal injury and/or product damage.
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
specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your power chair,
resulting in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair.
Priderecommendsthatthemaximumslopeofaninclineyouattempttosafelyascendordescendonyourpowerchairdoes
notexceed8.7%(5°).Seefigure1.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 8.7% (5°) may put your power
chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.
Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending)
Braking Information
Yourpowerchairis equippedwithtwo powerfulbrakesystems:
1. Regenerative —useselectricitytorapidly slowthevehiclewhenthe joystickreturnstothecentre/stop position.
2. DiscParkBrake—activatesmechanicallyafterregenerativebrakingslowsthevehicletonearstop,orwhenpoweris
removedfromthesystemfor anyreason.
Cornering Information
Whileyourpowerchair isequippedwithcastor wheelsandanti-tipwheels, excessively highcorneringspeedscan still
createthepossibilityof tipping.Factorswhichaffect thepossibilityoftipping include, butarenot limited to:cornering
speed,steeringangle (howsharplyyou areturning),uneven roadsurfaces,inclined roadsurfaces,riding fromanarea of
lowtractiontoanareaofhightraction(such aspassingfromagrassyareato apavedarea–especiallyathighspeedwhile
turning)andabruptdirectionalchanges.Highcorneringspeedsare notrecommended. Ifyoufeelthatyoumaytipoverin
a corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair
fromtipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. This greatly reduces the possibility of a
tip or fall. To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, always exercise common sense when
cornering.
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 until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with
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Outdoor Driving Surfaces
Yourpowerchairisdesignedtoprovideoptimumstabilityundernormaldrivingconditions—dry,levelsurfacescomposed
ofconcrete,blacktoportarmac.However,Pride recognisesthat therewillbetimeswhenyouwillencounterothersurface
types.For thisreason, yourpower chairis designedto performadmirably onpacked soil,grass andgravel. Feelfree touse
yourpowerchair safely onlawnsand inparkareas.
!Reduceyourpower chair’sspeedwhendrivingonuneven terrainand/orsoft surfaces.
!Avoidtallgrassthatcanentangletherunninggear.
!Avoidlooselypackedgravel andsand.
!Ifyoufeelunsureaboutadriving surface,avoidthatsurface.
Freewheel Mode
Yourpowerchairisequippedwithtwomanualfreewheelleverstoallowformanualmaneuverabilitybyatrainedattendant.
Formoreinformationabouthowtoplaceyour powerchairinto andoutof freewheelmode,see III.“YourPowerChair.”
WARNING! Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present. Personal
injury may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated
on it. Personal injury may result. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.
WARNING! Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline. The chair could
roll uncontrollably on its own, causing personal injury.
Stationary Obstacles (Steps, Kerbs, etc.)
Proceedwithextremecaution when drivingnearraisedsurfaces,unprotected ledges and/ordrop-offs(kerbs,porches,
stairs,etc.).The correctmethodfor approachingakerb isillustratedin figures2.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher
than 10 cm (4 in.) unless you have the assistance of an attendant.
WARNING! If your power chair is equipped with a kerb climber, do not attempt to climb any kerb
in excess of 10 cm (4 in.) in height. Do not approach kerbs at an angle; instead approach any kerb
you intend to ascend or descend in the forward position.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed rearward down any step, kerb, or
other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury.
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Stairs and Escalators
Powerchairsarenot designedtotravelup or downstairsorescalators.Always use alift.
WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators. You may cause injury to
yourself and to others and/or damage your power chair.
Doors
!Determineifthe dooropenstowardor awayfromyou.
!Driveyourpowerchairgentlyandslowlyforwardtopushthe dooropen, ordriveyourpowerchairgentlyandslowly
rearwardtopullthedoor open.
Lifts
Modernliftshave adooredge safetymechanismthat, whenpushed,reopens theliftdoor(s).
!Ifyouarein the doorwayofalift when thedoor(s)beginto close, pushontherubber door edgeorallowthe rubber
dooredgetocontactthe power chair andthedoorwillreopen.
!Usecarethathandbags, packages orpowerchairaccessories do not becomecaughtinlift doors.
Lift/Elevation Products
If you will be traveling with your power chair, you may find it necessary to use a lift/elevation product to aid in
transportation. Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions, specifications, and safety information set
forth by the manufacturer of the lift/elevation product before using that product.
Motor Vehicle Transport
Althoughyourpowerchairmaybeequippedwithapositioningbelt,thisbeltwasnotdesignedwiththeintentofproviding
properrestraintduringmotorvehicletransport.Anyone travelinginamotorvehicleshouldbeproperlysecured inhis/her
seatwith seatbeltsapprovedbythevehiclemanufacturer.Makesuretosecureorremovethebatteriesbeforeloadingyour
powerchairinto amotorvehicle fortransport.
WARNING! Do not sit on your power chair while it is in a moving vehicle. Personal injury and/or
property damage may result.
WARNING! Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being
transported. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair.
Positioning Belts
Your QuantumRehabSpecialist,therapist(s), and other healthcareprofessionalsareresponsible for determining your
requirementforapositioningbeltinorderto operateyourpower chairsafely.
WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair, make sure it is
fastened securely. Serious personal injury may result if you fall from the power chair.
WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is
your power chair suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be
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Transfers
Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a
goodsense ofbalance.Alwayshaveanattendantorhealth-
careprofessionalpresentwhilelearningtoproperlytransfer
yourself.
Toeliminatethepossibilityofinjury,Priderecommendsthat
youora trained attendantperformthe followingtasksbe-
foreattemptingatransfer:
!Turn off the power to the controller. See VII.
“Operation.”
!Ensureyourpowerchairisnotinfreewheelmode.See
III.“YourPowerChair.”
!Turnbothcastorwheelstowardthetransferdestination
toimprove powerchairstabilityduringtransfer.
!Make sure both armrests are flipped up or removed
fromyourpowerchair.
!Flip up the foot platform or move the leg rests aside;
thiswillhelp tokeepyourfeet fromgettingcaughton
thefootriggingduringthetransfer.
!Reducethedistancebetweenyourpowerchairandthe
objectyouare transferringonto.See figure4. Figure 4.IdealTransfer Position
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 and causing injury.
WARNING! Avoid using your armrests for weight bearing purposes. Such use may cause the power
chair to tip and cause personal injury.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the foot riggings. Such use may cause the power
chair to tip and cause personal injury.
Reaching and Bending
Neverreach,leanorbend whiledrivingyour powerchair. Ifitis absolutelynecessarytoreach,lean orbendwhile seated
onyourpowerchair,itisimportant to maintain astablecentreofgravity and keep the powerchairfromtipping.Pride
recommendsthatthepower chair user determinehis/herpersonallimitations and practicebendingandreachingin the
presenceofaqualifiedhealthcareprofessional.
WARNING! Do not bend, lean or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by
reaching down between your knees. Movements such as these may change your centre of gravity
and the weight distribution of the power chair. This may cause your power chair to tip, possibly
resulting in personal injury.
WARNING! Prevent personal injury! Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware
that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tyres.
Removable Parts
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts. Personal
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Preventing Unintended Movement
WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time,
turn off the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent joystick contact. This
will also eliminate the possibility of unintended chair movement from electromagnetic (EM) sources.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
Inclement Weather Precautions
Exposureofyourpowerchair toinclementweatherconditionsshould beavoidedwheneverpossible.If suddenlycaught
up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
Thoroughlydryyourpowerchair beforestoring,chargingor operatingyourpowerchair.
WARNING! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions and on icy/slippery surfaces can
cause personal injury and/or damage to the power chair and electrical system. Maintain and store
your power chair in a dry and clean condition.
Batteries
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more
informationaboutyourpowerchair’sbatteries, seeVI.“Batteriesand Charging.”
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that
much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery. Charging
a frozen battery may result in personal injury and/or damage to the battery.
Battery Disposal and Recycling
If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call your Quantum Rehab
Specialistforinstructionsondisposal.YourQuantumRehabSpecialistwillalsohavethenecessaryinformationonbattery
recycling,whichisourrecommendedcourseofaction.
Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Usersmust exercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatingapowerchair.Thisincludesawarenessofsafetyissueswhen
takingprescribedorover-the-counterdrugsorwhen theuserhasspecificphysical limitations.
WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or
if you have certain physical limitations. Some medications and limitations may impair your ability
to operate your power chair in a safe manner.
Alcohol
Thepowerchairusermustexercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatinghis/herpowerchair.Thisincludesawareness
ofsafetyissueswhileundertheinfluenceofalcohol.
WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this
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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.
ElectromagneticandRadioFrequencyInterferencecancomefrom sources such as cellular phones, mobile two-way
radios(suchas walkie-talkies),radiostations, TVstations,amateurradio (HAM)transmitters,wireless computerlinks,
microwavesignals,pagingtransmittersandmedium-rangemobiletransceiversusedbyemergencyvehicles.Insomecases,
thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementordamagetothecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobilityvehicle
hasanimmunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainstEMI.Thisproduct
hasbeentested andhaspassedat animmunitylevel of20V/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 authorised 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 unin-
tended motion or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact your
Quantum Rehab Specialist to report the incident.
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
THE QUANTUM 1650
The Quantum 1650 has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figures 5 and 6. Typically, the seat
assemblyincludesthearmrests,seatback andseatbase.Thepowerbaseassemblyincludes twomotor/brakeassemblies,
twodrivewheels, twoanti-tipwheels, twocastorwheels,twobatteriesandthe electricalcomponents.
BODY
SHROUD
ANTI-TIP WHEELS
DRIVEWHEEL
CASTOR WHEEL
Figure 5.The Quantum 1650
SEAT ASSEMBLY
POWERBASE
ASSEMBLY
CONTROLLER
FOOTRIGGING
(FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN)
SEATBASE
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Figure 6.The Quantum 1650 Power Base
SEATRECEIVERS
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVERS
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ANTUM 1650 SPECIFICATIONSTIONS
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Class of Use: B
MaximumSafeSlope: 8.7%(5°)
MaximumClimbingAbility: 8.7%(5°)
MaximumObstacleClimbingAbility: 10cm(4in.)
Suspension: Limited
Drive Wheels: 41 cm (16 in.), pneumatic,centre-mounted(solid tyresareoptional)
CastorWheels: 23 cm (9 in.), solid, rear articulating
Anti-tip Wheels: 20cm(8in.), solid, front-mounted
MaximumSpeed: Up to 6.4 km/h** (4 mph)
Brakes: “IntelligentBraking”electronicregenerative,disc parkbrake
GroundClearance: 11 cm (4.25 in.)
TurningRadius: 69 cm (27 in.)
Overall Size: Length: 119 cm (47 in.)
Width: 78 cm (30.75 in.)
SeatingOptions: SynergySeat (standard)
HighBackwithheadrest
Drivetrain: Two motor, mid-wheel
Batteries: Two12-volt, Group24(AGMorGel-Celltyperecommended)
Four12-volt,NF-22batteries(extendedrangepackage)*
Range: Up to 24 km (15 miles) (32 km (20 miles) with extended range package)**
BatteryCharger: 8-amp,off-board
MotorController: 100-ampPGDrivesRemotePlusController
Weight Capacity: 295 kg/650 lbs./46 stone
PowerChairWeights: Base: 81 kg (163.5 lbs.)
Seat: 29 kg (64 lbs.)
Batteries: 24 kg (53.3 lbs.) each (Group 24), 17 kg (38 lbs.) each (NF-22)
*Contactyour QuantumRehabSpecialistforextendedrangepackageinstallationinformation.
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Electrical Components
Theelectricalcomponentsare locatedonthepower base. Seefigure7.
ThermalFuse:The thermal fuse is located on the front of the power base. If the batteries and the motors are heavily
strained(e.g.,fromexcessiveloads),thethermalfusewillreducetheamountofcurrentgoingtotheelectroniccontrollerby
60%.The currentwill automaticallyreturnto100%whenthefusecoolstowithinitsnormaloperatingtemperaturerange.
PowerModule:Thepower module suppliesbatterypowerto themotors.Itis connected totheRemotePlus through a
controllercommunicationscable.
BatteryConnectors:Thebattery connectorsprovideaconnectionbetween thebatterywiring harnessesandthe power
module.Thestandardbatterypackagehastwobatteryconnectors.Theextendedrangepackagehasfourbatteryconnectors.
CircuitBreaker(notshown): The circuitbreakerisself-resetting and nonserviceable.ContactyourQuantum Rehab
Specialistifthecircuitbreakerresetsitself repeatedly.
BATTERY CONNECTORS
THERMALFUSE
Figure 7. Quantum 1650 Electrical Components (4-Battery Configuration Shown)
POWERMODULE
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Manual Freewheel Levers
TheQuantum1650has a manualfreewheellever on eachmotor.Manualfreewheel levers enableyoutodisengage the
drivemotors fromthegearboxesandmaneuverthechairmanually.
WARNING! Do not use the power chair while the drive motors are disengaged! Do not disengage
the drive motors when the power chair is on an incline, as the unit could roll on its own, causing
injury!
NOTE: You must turn off the power before disengaging the drive motors, otherwise you may get an error code
(nine flashing lights) on the controller. To clear this code, turn off the controller and place the power chair in
drive mode. Then turn on the controller. The error message should be cleared. If it isn’t, contact your Quantum
Rehab Specialist.
To engage or disengage the drive motors:
1. Locate theleversonthefront of thepowerbase.Seefigure 8.
2. Push thetwolevers inwardtoengage thedrivemotors(drive mode).
3. Pull thetwolevers outwardtodisengagethedrivemotors(freewheelmode).
Ifaleverisdifficult tomoveineitherdirection,slightlyrock thepowerchair backandforth. Thelevershouldthenmove
tothedesired position.
WARNING! It is important to remember that when your power chair is in freewheel mode, the
braking system is disengaged.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
Figure 8. Manual Freewheel Levers
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVERIN
DISENGAGED POSITION (OUT)
MANUALFREEWHEEL
LEVERINENGAGED
POSITION (IN)

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IV. ASSEMBLY
INITIAL ASSEMBLY
Yourpowerchairmayrequiresomeassemblyeitherbeforeinitialuseoraftertransportation.Itmayalsorequiredisassembly
tomakesomecomfortadjustments.Figure 9detailsthosepartsofthepowerchairthataredesignedtobedisassembledand
assembledbyanenduserorbyaqualifiedcarerbeforeusingtheproductormakingcomfortadjustments.
NOTE: Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the power chair must be
replaced with a new nut. Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon
insert, resulting in a less secure fit. Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores
or through your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
Figure 9.Quantum 1650 AssemblyView
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT SEAT INSTALLATION
CONTROLLER POSITION
FOOT PLATFORM ADJUSTMENT
ANTI-TIP WHEEL ADJUSTMENT