Pride Mobility REAR-WHEEL DRIVE POWER CHAIRS Quantum R-4000 User manual

QUANTUM R-4000
SERIES
21HealeyRoad Dandenong,3175 Victoria,Australia ACN#088609661

SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright© 2008
PrideMobilityProducts Corporation
INFMANU3683/RevA/July2008
QuantumRehab Provider:____________________________________________________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:___________________________________________________________________________
PurchaseDate:____________________________________________________________________________
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. Any changes to
our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the
product you have purchased. The latest/current version of this manual is available on our website.
Thesymbols belowareused throughoutthis owner'smanualand onthe powerchairto identifywarnings andimportant
information.Itisvery importantforyouto readthemandunderstandthem completely.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow designated
procedures can cause either personal injury component damage or malfunction. On the product
this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a black border.
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform mandatory
actions can cause personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product this icon is
represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with a white border.
PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any time or
in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and/or equipment
damage. On the product this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red
slash.
Quick Reference Information
088 609 661
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of
this power chair and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.
Thisproductmanufacturedby:
PrideMobilityProducts Corporation
182SusquehannaAvenue
Exeter, PA 18643

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I. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY .....................................................................................................................................................5
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR........................................................................................................................18
IV. ASSEMBLY.............................................................................................................................................22
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS............................................................................................................23
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ........................................................................................................27
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................31
VIII.WARRANTY............................................................................................................................................36
APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................37
CONTENTS

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEto QuantumRehab, adivisionof PrideMobility ProductsAustraliaPty. Ltd.(Pride).Thepowerchair you
havepurchased combinesstate-of-the-art componentswith safety,comfort, andstyling inmind.Weare confidentthat
thesedesignfeatureswillprovideyouwiththeconveniences youexpect duringyourdailyactivities.Onceyouunderstand
howto safelyoperate and carefor yourpower chair, itshould giveyou yearsoftrouble freeoperation andservice.
Readandfollowallinstructions,warnings,andnotesin thismanualbeforeattemptingtooperateyour powerchairforthe
firsttime.Youmustalsoreadallinstructions,warnings,andnotescontainedin anysupplemental instructionalbooklets for
thecontroller, front riggings,and/or seating systemthat accompanied yourpower chair beforeinitial operation.Your
safetydepends uponyou, aswellas yourprovider,carer,orhealthcare professionalin usinggood judgement.
Ifthere isany informationin thismanual whichyou donot understand,or ifyourequire additionalassistance forsetup
or operation, please contact your Quantum Rehab Provider. Failuretofollow the instructionsinthismanual and
thoselocated onyourpowerchaircan leadtopersonalinjuryand/ordamagetothe powerchair,andmayvoid
thewarranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byaccepting deliveryofthis product,you promisethat youwill not change,alter,or modifythis productor remove or
renderinoperableorunsafeanyguards,shields, orothersafetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,or neglecttoinstallany
retrofitkits fromtime totimeprovided byPride toenhance orpreserve thesafeuse ofthis product.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Beforeusingyour powerchair,makesureyour deliveryiscompleteas somecomponentsmaybe individuallypackaged.
Ifyoudonot receiveacompletedelivery,pleasecontactyourQuantumRehab Providerimmediately.Wheredamagehas
occurredduringtransport,eitherto thepackagingor content,pleasecontact thedeliverycompany responsible.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
Wewanttohearyourquestions,comments, andsuggestions aboutthismanual.We wouldalsoliketohearaboutthesafety
andreliabilityof yournewpower chair,and abouttheservice youreceivedfrom yourQuantumRehab Provider.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new
products,and newoptionsthat canincrease yourability touseand enjoyyour powerchair. Pleasefeelfree tocontact us
atthe addressbelow:
PrideMobilityProductsAustraliaPty.Ltd.
21Healey Road
Dandenong,3175
Victoria,Australia
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.

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Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain
and store in a clean and dry condition.
PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbolsbeloware usedonthepowerchair toidentifywarnings,mandatoryactions,and prohibitedactions.Itisvery
importantforyou toreadand understandthemcompletely.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are
charging.
Maximum seating weight.
Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware that loose fitting clothing
can become caught in drive tyres.
Use correct tie-down points for controller harness to prevent the harness from getting
caught in the drive tyres, pinched in the seat frame, or damaged when passing through
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Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it.
Do not lift the mobility vehicle while seated in it.
Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
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.
Wear safety goggles.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.
Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while operating.

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EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
Explosive conditions exist!
Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. Contact with tools can
cause electrical shock.
Battery Set Configuration:
++
++
+ = Positive (Red) Terminal Post
- = Negative (Black) Terminal Post
Connect Red wire to Red Positive (+) Terminal Post
Connect Black wire to Black Negative (–) Terminal Post
Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix old and new
batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.
Pinch/Crush points created during assembly.

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Battery charger for indoor use only.
Disposal and recycling - Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for information on proper
disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.
Disposal and recycling - Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for information on proper
disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.
Locked and in drive mode.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel
mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Left freewheel lever operation. Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when
changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
!N=Freewheel, Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
!D=Drive, Locked and in drive mode.
Right freewheel lever operation. Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when
changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
!N=Freewheel, Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
!D=Drive, Locked and in drive mode.

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Do not remove anti-tip wheels.
Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on a decline.
Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on an incline.
No step. No standing. Keep off!

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GENERAL GUIDELINES
MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading
and understanding this owner’s manual.
Your powerchair isastate-of-the-artlife-enhancementdevice designedtoincreasemobility.Pride providesanextensive
varietyofproducts to bestfit the individualneeds of thepower chair user. Pleasebe aware thatthe final selectionand
purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair user, who is
capableofmaking suchadecision, andhis/herhealthcareprofessional (i.e.,medicaldoctor,physicaltherapist, etc.).
Thecontentsof thismanualare basedontheexpectation thatamobility deviceexperthasproperly fittedthepower chair
totheuser andhasassistedthe prescribinghealthcareprofessionaland/ortheQuantumRehab Providerintheinstruction
processfor the useof the product.
Therearecertainsituations,includingsomemedicalconditions,wherethe powerchairuserwillneedtopracticeoperating
the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant.Atrained attendant can be defined as a family member or care
professionalspeciallytrainedinassistingapowerchairuserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
Asyoubeginusingyourpowerchairduring dailyactivities,youwillprobablyencountersituationsinwhichyouwill need
somepractice.Simplytakeyourtimeandyouwillsoonbeinfullandconfidentcontrolasyoumaneuverthroughdoorways,
onand offof lifts,up anddownramps, andover moderateterrain.
Belowaresomeprecautions,tips,andothersafetyconsiderations thatwillhelpyoubecomeaccustomedtooperatingyour
powerchairsafely.
Modifications
Pridehasdesignedandengineeredyourpowerchairtoprovidemaximummobilityandutility.Awiderangeofaccessories
isavailable fromyour Quantum RehabProvider tofurther customiseyour powerchair tobettersuit yourneeds and/or
preferences.However,underno circumstancesshouldyoumodify,add, remove,ordisable anyfeature,part, orfunction
ofyour powerchair.
WARNING! Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorised by Pride. Do not use
accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride products.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Getto knowthe feelof yourpower chairand itscapabilities.Priderecommendsthat youperform asafety checkbefore
eachuse tomake sureyour powerchairoperates smoothlyand safely.
Performthefollowinginspectionspriortousingyourpower chair:
!Checkforpropertyreinflation.Maintainbut donotexceedthe psi/bar/kPaairpressure ratingineach tyreifequipped
withpneumatictyres.
!Checkall electricalconnections.Makesurethey aretight andnotcorroded.
!Checkall controllerconnections tothe power base.Make surethey aresecured properly.
!Checkthe brakes. SeeVII. “Careand Maintenance.”
!Checkbattery charge.SeeVI. “Batteriesand Charging.”
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Weight Limitations
Yourpower chairisratedfor amaximumweightcapacity.Please refertothespecifications tableforthislimit.
MANDATORY! Stay within the specified weight capacity of your power chair. Exceeding the weight
capacity voids your warranty. 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 affect the centre of gravity, resulting in a tip or a fall.
Tyre Inflation
Ifyourpowerchairisequippedwithpneumatictyres,you shouldcheckorhavetheair pressurecheckedregularly.Proper
inflationpressureswill prolongthelifeofyourtyresandhelpensure thesmoothoperationof yourpowerchair.
WARNING! It is important that the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on the tyre 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 the psi/bar/kPa air
pressure rating indicated on the tyres at all times may result in tyre and/or wheel failure.
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.
WARNING! When changing a tyre, remove only the centre lug nuts, then remove the wheel. If any
further disassembly is required, deflate the tyre completely or it may explode.
NOTE: If the tyres on your power chair list the psi rating only, use the following conversion formulas to find
the bar or kPa rating: bar = psi x 0.06895; kPa = psi x 6.89476.
Incline Information
Moreandmorebuildingshaverampswithspecifieddegreesofinclination,designedfor easyandsafeaccess.Some ramps
mayhaveturning switchbacks(180-degreeturns) thatrequireyou tohavegood corneringskillson yourpowerchair.
!Proceedwith extremecaution asyouapproach thedowngrade ofa rampor otherincline.
!Take wideswingswithyourpowerchair’s frontwheelsaroundanytightcorners. Ifyoudothat,thepower chair’srear
wheelswill followawide arc,notcut thecornershort, andnotbump intoorgethungup onanyrailing corners.
!When driving down a ramp, keep the power chair’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a
safelycontrolleddescent.
!Avoid suddenstops and starts.
Whenclimbinganincline,trytokeepyourpower chairmoving. Ifyoumuststop,startupagainslowlyandthenaccelerate
cautiously.When driving down an incline, set your power chair to the slowest speed setting and drive in the forward
directiononly.If yourpowerchairstarts tomovedown theinclinefasterthan youanticipatedordesired,allowitto come
toacomplete stopbyreleasing thejoystick,then pushthejoystick forwardslightlyto ensureasafely controlleddescent.
WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the power chair in
freewheel mode, especially while seated on it or standing next to it.
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! Never travel down an incline rearward. Doing so may cause the power
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Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending)
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 stabilise the chair. Failure to heed
could result in the power chair tipping over.
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.
Priderecommendsthatthemaximumslopeofaninclineyouattempttosafelyascend ordescendonyourpower chairdoes
notexceed10.5% (6°).Seefigure 1.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 10.5% (6°) may put your power
chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip.
Freewheel Mode
Yourpowerchairisequippedwithtwomanualfreewheelleverstoallowformanualmaneuverabilitybyatrainedattendant.
Formoreinformation abouthowto placeyourpower chairintoand outoffreewheel mode,seeIII. “Your PowerChair.”
WARNING! Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present.
WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode
while seated on it. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.
WARNING! Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or
decline. This could cause the chair to roll uncontrollably on its own.
Braking Information
Your powerchairis equippedwithtwo powerfulbrakesystems:
!Regenerative—uses electricitytorapidlyslow thevehiclewhen thejoystickreturnsto thecentre/stopposition.
!DiscParkBrake—activates mechanicallyafterregenerativebrakingslowsthevehicle tonearstop,orwhenpower is
removedfromthe systemforany reason.
Cornering Information
Whileyourpowerchairis equippedwithfront casterwheelsand rearanti-tipwheels, excessivelyhighcornering speeds
canstillcreate the possibilityof tipping. Factorswhich affect thepossibility of tippinginclude, but arenot limited to:
corneringspeed,steeringangle(howsharplyyouareturning),unevenroadsurfaces,inclinedroadsurfaces,ridingfrom an
area of low traction to an area of high traction (such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area – especially at high
speedwhile turning),and abruptdirectional changes.Highcornering speedsare notrecommended. Ifyou feelthat you
maytipoverinacorner,reduceyourspeedandsteeringangle (i.e.,lessenthesharpnessofthe turn)topreventyourpower
chairfromtipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable centre of gravity.
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Figure 2. Correct Kerb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Kerb Approach
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 extreme
caution.
Outdoor Driving Surfaces
Yourpowerchairisdesignedtoprovideoptimumstabilityundernormaldrivingconditions—dry,levelsurfacescomposed
ofconcrete,blacktop,ortarmac.However,Priderecognisesthattherewillbe timeswhenyouwillencounterothersurface
types.For thisreason, yourpower chairis designedtoperformadmirablyon packedsoil, grass,and gravel.Feel freeto
useyour powerchair safelyon lawnsand inparkareas.
!Reduceyourpowerchair’sspeedwhen drivingonuneventerrainand/or softsurfaces.
!Avoidtallgrass thatcanentangletherunninggear.
!Avoid looselypackedgravel andsand.
!Ifyoufeel unsureaboutadriving surface,avoidthatsurface.
Inclement Weather Precautions
Exposureofyour powerchairtoinclement weatherconditionsshould beavoidedwheneverpossible. Ifsuddenlycaught
up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair, proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
Thoroughlydryyour powerchairbeforestoring, chargingor operatingyourpowerchair.
PROHIBITED! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions, and on icy/slippery surfaces
can have an adverse affect on the electrical system. Maintain and store your power chair in a dry
and clean condition.
WARNING! Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of upholstered
and non-upholstered items on the power chair, possibly resulting in skin irritation. Exercise caution
when using the power chair in extremely hot or cold conditions or when exposing your power
chair to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
Stationary Obstacles (Steps, Kerbs, etc.)
Proceedwith extremecaution when drivingnear raisedsurfaces, unprotectedledges and/ordrop-offs (kerbs,porches,
stairs,etc.).
To navigate up over a kerb or stationary obstacle:
1. Approachthekerborobstacleslowly,andmakesurethepowerchairistravelingperpendiculartotheobstacle.Seefigure2.
2. Increase theforward speedjustbeforethefront wheelscome incontact withthe obstacle.
3. Reduce theforward speedonly afterthe rearwheels havecleared theobstacle.
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To navigate downakerborstationaryobstacle:
1. Approach thekerb orobstacle slowly, andmake surethe powerchairis travelingperpendicular tothe obstacle.See
figure2.
2. Reduce theforward speedjustbeforethefront wheelscome incontact withthe obstacle.
3. Increasetheforwardspeedonlyaftertherearwheelshaveclearedtheobstacleandyouareonceagainonalevelsurface.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher
than 5 cm unless you have the assistance of an attendant.
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.
Stairs and Escalators
Powerchairs arenot designedto travelup ordown stairsor escalators.Alwaysuse alift.
WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators.
Doors
!Determineif thedoor openstowardor awayfrom you.
!Driveyourpowerchairgentlyand slowlyforwardtopushthedooropen. Ordriveyourpowerchairgentlyandslowly
rearwardto pull thedoor open.
Lifts
Modernlifts haveadoor edgesafetymechanism that,whenpushed,reopensthe liftdoor(s).
!Ifyou arein thedoorway ofalift whenthe door(s)begin toclose, pushon therubber dooredge orallow therubber
dooredge to contactthe powerchair and thedoor will reopen.
!Usecare thathandbags, packages, orpower chairaccessories donot becomecaught in liftdoors.
Lifts/Elevation Products
Ifyouwillbetraveling withyourpowerchair,youmayfinditnecessary tousealift/elevationproductto aidintransporta-
tion.Pride recommendsthat youclosely reviewthe instructions,specifications, andsafetyinformation setforth bythe
manufacturerofthelift/elevationproductbefore usingthatproduct.
WARNING! Never sit on your power chair when it is being used in connection with any
type of lift/elevation product. Your power chair was not designed with such use in mind
and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the responsibility of Pride.
Motor Vehicle Transport
Priderecommendsthat youdonotremain seatedinyourpower chairwhiletravelingin amotorvehicle.The powerchair
should be stowed in the boot of a car or in the back of a truck or van with batteries removed and properly secured. In
addition,all removablepower chairparts,including thearmrests, seat,front riggings,controller,and shroudsshouldbe
removedand/orproperly securedduringmotor vehicletransport.
WARNING! Do not sit on your power chair while it is in a moving vehicle.
WARNING! Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being
transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps should be installed
on the battery terminals. Batteries should not be transported with any flammable or combustible items.
Positioning Belts
YourQuantum RehabProvider,therapist(s),and otherhealthcare professionalsareresponsible fordeterminingyour re-
quirementfora positioningbeltin ordertooperate yourpowerchair safely.
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WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair, make sure it is
fastened securely in order to reduce the possibility of a 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
properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
Batteries
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more
informationaboutyour powerchair’sbatteries, seeVI. “BatteriesandCharging.”
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after
handling.
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable
to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid
lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery.
Charging a frozen battery may result in damage to the battery.
WARNING! Connect the battery harnesses in the proper manner. RED (+) cables must
be connected to positive (+) battery terminals/posts. BLACK (-) cables must be
connected to negative (-) battery terminals/posts. Protective caps should be installed
over all battery terminals. REPLACE cables immediately if damaged.
Removable Parts
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts, including the
armrests, seat, front riggings, controller, and shrouds.
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.
Reaching and Bending
Neverreach,lean,or bendwhiledrivingyourpowerchair.Ifitis absolutelynecessarytoreach,lean,orbendwhileseated
onyour power chair, itis important tomaintain a stablecentre ofgravity and keepthe powerchairfrom tipping.Pride
recommendsthat thepowerchair userdetermine his/herpersonal limitationsand practice bendingand reachingin the
presenceofaqualified healthcareprofessional.
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 or if you have to reach over the back of the seat. 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.
PROHIBITED! Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware that loose fitting
clothing can become caught in drive tyres.
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Figure 4.IdealTransfer Position
Transfers
Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a
goodsenseofbalance.Alwayshavean attendantorhealth-
careprofessional presentwhilelearning toproperlytrans-
feryourself.
Toeliminatethepossibilityofinjury,Priderecommendsthat
youor atrained attendantperformthe followingtasks be-
foreattemptingatransfer:
!Turnoffthepowertothecontroller.
!Ensureyourpowerchair isnotinfreewheelmode.See
III.“YourPower Chair.”
!Turnthecaster wheelstowardthetransferdestination
toimprovepowerchairstabilityduring transfer.
!Make sure both armrests are flipped up or removed
fromyourpower chair.
!Flip up the foot platform or move the leg rests aside;
thiswill helpto keepyourfeet fromgetting caughton
thefrontriggingsduringthetransfer.
!Reducethedistancebetween yourpowerchairandthe
objectyouare transferringonto.
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 armrests
for weight bearing purposes, such as transfers. Such use may cause the power chair to tip,
resulting in a fall from the power chair and personal injury.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the front riggings. Such use may cause the power
chair to tip.
Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Usersmustexercisecareandcommonsense whenoperatingapowerchair.Thisincludesawarenessofsafetyissues when
takingprescribedor over-the-counterdrugsorwhen theuserhasspecific physicallimitations.
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
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Alcohol/Smoking
Thepowerchairuser mustexercisecareandcommonsense whenoperatinghis/herpowerchair.Thisincludesawareness
ofsafetyissueswhileundertheinfluenceofalcoholorwhilesmoking.
WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this
may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner.
WARNING! Pride strongly recommends that you do not smoke cigarettes while seated in your
power chair, although the power chair has passed the necessary testing requirements for cigarette
smoking. You must adhere to the following safety guidelines if you decide to smoke cigarettes
while seated in your power chair.
!Do not leave lit cigarettes unattended.
!Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions.
!Always make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before disposal.
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.
ElectromagneticandRadio Frequency Interferencecan come fromsources such ascellular phones, mobile two-way
radios(such aswalkie-talkies),radio stations,TV stations,amateurradio (HAM)transmitters, wirelesscomputerlinks,
microwavesignals, pagingtransmitters, and medium-rangemobile transceiversused byemergency vehicles.In some
cases,thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementor damagetothecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobility
vehiclehasanimmunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainstEMI.This
producthas beentested andhas passedatan immunitylevel of20 V/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
unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact
your Quantum Rehab Provider to report the incident.

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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
THE R-4000 SERIES
Yourpower chairhastwomainassemblies:theseat andthepowerbase. Seefigures5 and6.Typically,theseatassembly
includesthearmrests,seatback,andseatbase.The powerbaseassemblyincludes twomotor/brakeassemblies,twodrive
wheels,two anti-tipwheels,two casterwheels,two batteries,andwiring harnesses.
POWER
BASE
ASSEMBLY
SEAT ASSEMBLY
DRIVE WHEEL
CASTER WHEEL
Figure 5.The Quantum R-4000 Series Power Chair
CONTROLLER (REMOTE PLUS
SHOWN)
FRONTRIGGINGS
(SWING-AWAYLEG
RESTS SHOWN)
SEATBASE
SEATBACK
ARMREST

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FRONT TRAPEZE BAR
Figure 6.The Quantum R-4000 Series Power Base
Figure 7.The Quantum R-4000 Series Power Base (RearView - Battery Door Down)
MOTOR/BRAKEASSEMBLY MAINCIRCUITBREAKER
ANTI-TIP WHEEL
ANTI-TIP WHEEL
BATTERY DOOR
FRONT SHROUD
BATTERY DOOR LATCH LOCATION
BATTERY DOOR LATCH
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVER
CONTROLLER CONNECTOR
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Electrical Components
Theelectrical componentsare locatedon thefront ofthe powerbase oron thebattery doorat therear ofthe powerbase
dependingon thechosenelectrical system.Seefigures 6and 7.
MainCircuitBreaker:Themaincircuitbreakerisa safetyfeaturebuiltintoyourpowerchair.Whenthebatteriesand the
motorsareheavilystrained(e.g., fromexcessiveloads),themaincircuit breakertripstopreventdamagetothemotorsand
theelectronics.Ifthe circuittrips,allowyourpower chairto“rest”forapproximately oneminute.Next,pushin thecircuit
breakerbutton,turnonthecontroller,andcontinuenormaloperation.Ifthemaincircuitbreakercontinuestotriprepeatedly,
contactyourQuantum RehabProvider.
ControllerConnector:Thisiswherethecontrollerconnectstothe powerbase. Thecontrollerconnector islocated atthe
frontof the powerbase.See figure6.
Sport-Trac Suspension
Your power chairis equipped withSport-TracSuspension (STS). STSis a suspensionsystem designed tomake your
powerchair traversedifferenttypesofterrainand obstacleswhile maintainingsmooth operation.WithSTS,the spring-
loadeddrivewheelsmove intwodirections—upforrolling overobstaclesanddownwhenencounteringtransitions.
Asthe drivewheels comeincontact withan obstacle,they aredrawnupward. At thesame time,the rearanti-tipwheels
workin oppositionto thedrive wheelsto eliminatethe possibilityof thechair losingtraction.This createsa safer, more
secureride.
STSalsohelps inday-to-dayoperating conditions.Thisunique suspensionsystemhelps toharnessthemotors’torqueto
makesmoothertransitionsinspeedduringaccelerationor deceleration.
Manual Freewheel Levers
Foryourconvenience,yourpowerchairisequippedwithtwomanualfreewheelleversmountedonthemotors. Depending
onwhichmotors yourpowerchair isequippedwith, youwillhave oneoftwo possiblefreewheellevers. Seefigures8, 9,
10,and11.Theseleversallowyoutodisengagethedrivemotorsandmaneuverthechairmanually.Youcanmanuallypush
thepower chairby the seatbackor pushthe powerbase itselfif the seatis removed.
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 or decline, as the
unit could roll on its own. Only engage the freewheel mode when on a level surface.
WARNING! It is important to remember that when your power chair is in freewheel
mode, the braking system is disengaged.
To operate the manual freewheel levers:
1. Pull themanualfreewheel leversoutor pushthemdown forfreewheelmode (drivedisengaged).See figure8or 10.
2. Push themanualfreewheel leversinor pullthemup fordrivemode (driveengaged).See figure9or 11.
NOTE: If the lever is difficult to move in either direction, rock your power chair back and forth slightly. The
lever should then move to the desired position.
WARNING! Do not use the freewheel lever handles as tie-down points to secure this product.