Pride QUANTUM SERIES User manual

QUANTUM
SERIES
Including Model: Quantum 600, Quantum 600XL
32 Wedgwood Road • Bicester, Oxon OX26 4UL

SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright©2011
PrideMobilityProductsLtd.
INFMANU2979/RevE/November2011
QuantumRehab Dealer:_____________________________________________________________________
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.
Thesymbolsbelowareusedthroughoutthisowner'smanualandonthepowerchairtoidentifywarningsandimportant
information.Itisveryimportantfor youtoreadthem andunderstandthemcompletely.
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
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Dealer or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of
this power chair and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.

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I. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY..................................................................................................................................................... 5
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR........................................................................................................................ 17
IV. ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................. 21
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS............................................................................................................ 23
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ........................................................................................................ 29
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................ 33
VIII.WARRANTY............................................................................................................................................ 39
CONTENTS
APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................... 40

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEtoQuantumRehab, a division of Pride MobilityProducts Corporation(Pride). The powerchair youhave
purchased combines state-of-the-artcomponents with safety,comfort and styling inmind. Weare confident that these
designfeatureswillprovide youwiththe conveniencesyouexpect duringyourdaily activities.Onceyou understandhow
to safelyoperate and carefor yourpowerchair, itshouldgiveyou years of troublefree operationandservice.
Readand followallinstructions,warnings andnotesinthis manualbeforeattemptingto operateyourpowerchair forthe
firsttime.Youmustalsoread allinstructions,warningsandnotes containedinany supplementalinstructionalbookletsfor
thecontroller,frontriggingsand/orseatingsystemthataccompaniedyourpowerchairbeforeinitialoperation.Your safety
dependsupon you, as well as your dealer,carer or healthcareprofessionalinusinggoodjudgement.
Ifthereis any information in thismanual whichyou donot understand,or ifyou requireadditional assistancefor setup
or operation, please contact your Quantum Rehab Dealer. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual and
those located on yourpower chair can lead to personal injury and/or damage to the powerchair, including
voidingthewarranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byaccepting delivery of thisproduct, you promise thatyou will not change,alter or modify thisproduct or remove or
renderinoperable orunsafeany guards,shieldsorother safetyfeaturesofthis product;fail,refuseor neglecttoinstallany
retrofitkitsfromtimetotimeprovided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe useof this product.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Beforeusing yourpowerchair,makesure your deliveryiscompleteas somecomponentsmaybeindividually packaged.
Ifyoudonotreceiveacompletedelivery,pleasecontactyourQuantum Rehab Dealer immediately.Wheredamagehas
occurredduring transport, either to the packaging or content,pleasecontactthedeliverycompanyresponsible.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
Wewanttohear yourquestions,comments andsuggestionsaboutthismanual.Wewouldalsolike tohearaboutthesafety
andreliability of your newpowerchair,andabout the service youreceivedfromyourQuantumRehab Dealer.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new
productsand newoptionsthatcanincrease yourabilitytouseand enjoyyourpowerchair.Please feel freetocontactus at
theaddressbelow:
PrideMobility Products Ltd.
32 Wedgwood Road
Bicester, Oxon OX26 4UL
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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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbols belowareusedon the powerchairtoidentify warnings, mandatoryactionsandprohibited actions. Itisvery
importantfor you to readandunderstandthemcompletely.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum seating weight.
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.
Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are
charging.
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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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.
Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
II. SAFETY
Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it.
Battery Set Configuration:
+ = Positive (Red) Terminal Post
– = Negative (Black) Terminal Post
Connect Red wires to Red Positive (+) Terminal Posts
Connect Black wires to Black Negative (–) Terminal Posts
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.
Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it.
Wear safety goggles.

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Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
Explosive conditions exist!
This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
Contains Lead.
Locked and in drive 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.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.

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Disposal and recycling - Contact your Quantum Rehab Dealer for information on proper
disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.
Battery charger for indoor use only.
Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on a decline.
Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline.
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.
Indicates that tested and approved power chair, with similarily labeled tested and approved
seating system, conforms to ISO 7176-19 for transport of an occupied power chair in a
motor vehicle.
Indicates power chair securement points.

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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 powerchairisastate-of-the-artlife-enhancement devicedesignedto increasemobility.Prideprovides anextensive
varietyof products tobest fit theindividual needs ofthe power chairuser. 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
capableof making suchadecision,andhis/her healthcare professional (i.e.,medicaldoctor,physicaltherapist, etc.).
Thecontents of thismanualarebasedon the expectation thatamobilitydeviceexpert has properlyfittedthepowerchair
totheuserand has assisted the prescribing healthcare professionaland/or the QuantumRehab Dealer inthe instruction
processfor the useofthe product.
Therearecertainsituations,includingsomemedicalconditions,wherethepowerchairuserwill needtopracticeoperating
the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant.Atrained attendant can be defined as a family member or care
professionalspeciallytrainedinassistingapowerchairuserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
Asyoubeginusingyourpowerchairduring dailyactivities,youwillprobablyencountersituationsinwhich youwillneed
somepractice. Simply take yourtimeandyouwill soon be infullandconfidentcontrolas you manoeuvre throughdoor-
ways,onandoffof lifts, up and down ramps andover moderate terrain.
Belowaresomeprecautions, tipsandother safetyconsiderationsthat willhelpyou becomeaccustomedto operatingyour
powerchairsafely.
Modifications
Pridehasdesignedandengineeredyourpowerchairtoprovidemaximummobilityandutility.Awiderangeofaccessories
is available from your Quantum Rehab Dealer to further customise your power chair to better suit your needs and/or
preferences.However,undernocircumstancesshouldyoumodify,add, removeordisableanyfeature,partor functionof
yourpower chair.
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
Gettoknowthe feel of your power chair andits capabilities. Priderecommends that youperform asafety check before
eachusetomakesure your power chair operates smoothly andsafely.
Performthefollowinginspectionspriortousingyourpowerchair:
!Check for proper tyre inflation. Maintain but do not exceed 2.4 bar(35psi,240kPa) in each tyre if equipped
withpneumatic tyres.
!Checkallelectricalconnections.Makesuretheyaretightand not corroded.
!Checkallcontroller connections to thepower base.Make surethey aresecuredproperly.
!Checkthe brakes. See VII.“Careand Maintenance.”
!Checkbatterycharge.SeeVI.“BatteriesandCharging.”
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Weight Limitations
Yourpowerchairisratedfor a maximumweightcapacity.Please refer tothespecificationstable forthislimit.
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
Ifyourpowerchairisequippedwithpneumatic tyres,youshould checkorhave theairpressure checkedregularly.Proper
inflationpressures willprolongthelife of yourtyresandhelp ensurethesmoothoperation of yourpowerchair.
WARNING! It is important that 2.4 bar (35 psi, 240 kPa) 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, 240 kPa) tyre pressure
in pneumatic 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.
Incline Information
Moreandmorebuildingshaverampswithspecifieddegreesofinclination,designedforeasyandsafeaccess.Someramps
mayhave turning switchbacks (180-degree turns)thatrequireyoutohave good cornering skills onyourpowerchair.
!Proceedwithextremecautionasyou approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
!Takewideswingswithyourpower chair’sfrontwheelsaroundany tightcorners.If youdothat, thepowerchair’srear
wheelswill follow a wide arc, not cut the corner short,andnotbumpintoorgethunguponany railing corners.
!When driving down a ramp, keep the power chair’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a
safelycontrolleddescent.
!Avoid sudden stops andstarts.
Whenclimbinganincline,trytokeepyourpowerchairmoving.If youmuststop,startupagainslowlyandthenaccelerate
cautiously.When driving down an incline, set your power chair to the slowest speed setting and drive in the forward
directiononly. If yourpowerchairstartsto move downtheinclinefasterthan you anticipatedordesired,allowit to come
toa complete stop by releasingthejoystick,thenpushthejoystick forward slightly to ensure asafelycontrolleddescent.
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.
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! Traveling down inclines rearward may have an adverse effect on the stability
of the power chair. Although the power chair is in compliance with all ISO rearward
static and dynamic stability testing, Pride strongly recommends that inclines be
negotiated in the forward-facing position to reduce the possibility of a tip or fall. In the
case of wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAV), the suitability of the vehicle-mounted
ramp should be determined before using your wheelchair with your WAV.

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Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending)
8.7% (5 )
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
may 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.
Priderecommendsthatthemaximumslopeofaninclineyouattempttosafelyascendordescendonyourpowerchairdoes
notexceed 8.7% (5°).See figure 1.
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.
Freewheel Mode
Yourpowerchairisequippedwith twomanualfreewheellevers to allowformanual manoeuvreability byatrainedatten-
dant.For more information abouthow toplaceyour power chair intoandout of freewheel mode,seeIII. “Your Power
Chair.”
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
Yourpower chair is equippedwithtwopowerfulbrakesystems:
!Regenerative— uses electricitytorapidlyslow the vehiclewhenthejoystickreturns to thecentre/stopposition.
!DiscParkBrake— activatesmechanicallyafter regenerativebrakingslows thevehicletonearstop,orwhenpoweris
removedfrom the system for anyreason.
Cornering Information
Whileyourpowerchairisequippedwithfrontandrearcastorwheels,excessivelyhighcorneringspeedscanstillcreatethepossibilityoftipping.
Factorswhichaffectthepossibilityoftippinginclude,butarenotlimitedto:corneringspeed,steeringangle(howsharplyyouareturning),uneven
roadsurfaces,inclinedroadsurfaces,ridingfromanareaoflowtractiontoanareaofhightraction(suchaspassingfromagrassyareatoapaved
area–especiallyathighspeedwhileturning)andabruptdirectionalchanges.Highcorneringspeedsarenotrecommended.Ifyoufeelthatyou
maytipoverinacorner,reduceyourspeedandsteeringangle(i.e.,lessenthesharpnessoftheturn)topreventyourpowerchairfromtipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable centre of gravity. This
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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,blacktoportarmac. However,Priderecognisesthattherewillbe timeswhenyou willencounterother surface
types.Forthisreason, yourpowerchair isdesignedtoperformadmirablyonpackedsoil, grassandgravel. Feelfreetouse
yourpowerchairsafelyonlawns and in park areas.
!Reduceyour power chair’s speed when driving onuneventerrainand/orsoftsurfaces.
!Avoidtall grassthatcanentangletherunninggear.
!Avoidloosely packed gravel and sand.
!Ifyou feelunsureaboutadriving surface,avoidthatsurface.
Inclement Weather Precautions
Exposureof your powerchairtoinclement weather conditionsshouldbeavoidedwhenever possible. Ifsuddenlycaught
up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair, proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
Thoroughlydry yourpowerchairbeforestoring, chargingoroperatingyourpower chair.
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 your 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 extreme caution when drivingnearraised surfaces, unprotected ledges and/ordrop-offs(kerbs, porches,
stairs,etc.).Besureyour powerchairis travelingperpendicularto anykerbyoumay berequiredto navigate.Seefigure 2.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher
than 5 cm (2 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 5 cm (2 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.
KERB
KERB
Figure 2. Correct Kerb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Kerb Approach

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Stairs and Escalators
Powerchairsare not designed to travel upor downstairs or escalators.Alwaysusea lift.
WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators.
Doors
!Determineifthedooropenstowardoraway from you.
!Driveyourpowerchair gentlyandslowlyforwardto pushthedooropen.Ordriveyourpower chairgentlyandslowly
rearwardto pull the dooropen.
Lifts
Modernlifts have a door edge safety mechanism that, when pushed, reopens the lift door(s).
!Ifyouare in the doorway ofa liftwhenthedoor(s) begin to close, pushontherubber door edge or allowthe rubber
dooredge to contact thepower chair and thedoorwill reopen.
!Usecare that handbags, packages orpowerchair accessories do not becomecaughtin lift doors.
Lift/Elevation Products
Ifyouwillbetravelingwithyourpowerchair,youmay finditnecessary tousea lift/elevationproductto aidintransporta-
tion.Pride recommends that youcloselyreview the instructions, specificationsandsafety information set forthbythe
manufacturerofthelift/elevation productbeforeusingthatproduct.
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
Priderecommends thatyoudonotremain seatedinyourpowerchair whiletravelinginamotor vehicle.Thepowerchair
shouldbestowed in the boot ofa caror inthebackof a truck or vanwith batteriesremoved and/orproperlysecured.In
addition,allremovablepower chair parts, including thearmrests, seat, frontriggings, controllerand shrouds shouldbe
removedand/orproperlysecuredduringmotorvehicletransport.Ifyourpowerchairisequippedwithatransitsecurement
system,refertoIII."YourPowerChair"and the supplement provided with your power chairfor additional information
regardingpower chairtransportinamotor vehicle.
WARNING! Pride does not recommend using the power chair as a seat in a motor vehicle. The
power chair user should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed belt restraint
system if and whenever feasible. If your power chair is equipped with a manufacturer-installed
transit securement system, please refer to the supplemental safety information provided with
your power chair.
WARNING! Ensure power chairs equipped with a transit securement system are properly secured
to the motor vehicle during transport. Power chairs that are not properly secured can become a
hazard to the user and to other vehicle passengers in the event of a crash, sudden stopping or
swerving, as the power chair could tip or slide out of place.
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
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Positioning Belts
Yourauthorised Quantum Rehab Dealer,therapist(s) and otherhealthcareprofessionalsareresponsiblefordetermining
yourrequirementfora positioning belt in order tooperate yourpower chair safely.Typically, the positioningbelt isnot
designedfor use asarestrainingdevice in a motorvehicle.
Positioningbeltsshould be installed as detailedin thismanual. SeeV. “ComfortAdjustments.”Onceinstalled, the belt
shouldbeplaced across the pelvisas determinedbythe user’shealthcare dealer.Anchorpoints ofthe positioningbelts
shouldbe located sothat a projectedside-view angle ofthe pelvis is between 30°–75° of horizontaldepending on the
user’s weight,postureandseatcushionthickness.
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.
Batteries
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more
informationabout your powerchair’sbatteries,seeVI. “Batteries andCharging.”
WARNING! 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 your 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. If it isabsolutelynecessarytoreach,lean or bend whileseated
onyour power chair,it isimportantto maintain astablecentre of gravity andkeep the power chairfrom tipping. Pride
recommendsthat the power chair userdeterminehis/her personal limitations andpractice bendingandreaching in the
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Figure 4. Ideal Transfer Position
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, possibly
causing your power chair to tip.
WARNING! Keep your hands
away from the tyres when
driving. Be aware that loose
fitting clothing can become
caught in drive tyres.
Transfers
Transferringonto and offofyourpower chair requires a
goodsenseofbalance.Alwayshaveanattendantorhealth-
careprofessionalpresentwhilelearningtoproperlytransfer
yourself.
Toeliminatethepossibilityofinjury,Priderecommendsthat
youoratrainedattendantperformthe following tasks be-
foreattemptingatransfer:
!Turnoffthepower to the controller.
!Ensureyourpowerchairisnotinfreewheelmode.See
III.“Your Power Chair.”
!Turnthecastorwheelstowardthetransferdestination
toimprovepowerchairstabilityduringtransfer.
!Make sure both armrests are flipped up or removed
fromyour powerchair.
!Flipupthefootplatformormovethelegrestsaside; this will help to keep your feet from getting caught on the front
riggingduringthetransfer.
!Reducethe distancebetween yourpowerchair and theobject you are transferring onto.
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
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Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Usersmustexercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatingapowerchair.This includesawarenessofsafetyissues when
takingprescribed orover-the-counterdrugsor when theuserhasspecific physical 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/Smoking
Thepowerchairusermustexercisecareand commonsensewhen operatinghis/herpower chair.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.
Electromagneticand Radio FrequencyInterference can comefrom sources suchas cellular phones,mobile two-way
radios(suchaswalkie-talkies),radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, wireless computer links,
microwavesignals,pagingtransmittersandmedium-rangemobiletransceiversusedbyemergencyvehicles.Insomecases,
thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementordamagetothecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobilityvehicle
hasanimmunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainstEMI.Thisproduct
hasbeentestedandhaspassedatanimmunitylevelof20 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 Centre 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
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
THE QUANTUM 600 SERIES POWER CHAIR
Your power chair hastwo main assemblies: the seatassembly and the power baseassembly. See figure 5.Typically, the
seatassembly includes the armrests,seatbackandseatbase.The power base assemblyincludestwomotor/brakeassem-
blies,twodrivewheels,fourcastor wheels, two batteries and wiring harnesses. Seefigure 5, 6 and7.
REAR
SHROUD
DRIVEWHEEL
Figure 5.The Quantum 600 Series Power Chair
FRONTRIGGING
(FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN)
CASTOR
WHEEL
MANUALFREEWHEEL
LEVER
CASTOR
WHEEL
SEAT ASSEMBLY
POWERBASE
ASSEMBLY
SEATBACK (SOLID SEATBACK SHOWN)
JOYSTICK
SEATBASE
CONTROLLER
ARMREST

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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
Electrical Components
Theelectricalcomponentsarelocatedinside thepowerbase. Themaincircuit breakerislocatedonthe frontofthebattery
tray.Thecontroller connector(s) are located inside thepower base. Seefigure 7.
MotorConnectors:This iswhere the controller connectsto the motors.
BatteryConnector:This is where the controllerconnects to the batteries.
ControllerConnector:This is where the controller connects to the power base. Each controller uses a different type of
cable.Regardlessof which type of controller isused, thecable must besecured tothe seatassembly andnot allowed to
dragonthe floor.
Figure 6.The Quantum 600 Series Power Base
MOTOR/BRAKEASSEMBLY
REARSHROUDFASTENERS
TRAPEZEBARS
FRONT COVER

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MainCircuitBreaker:Themaincircuitbreakerisasafety featurebuiltintoyourpower chair.When thebatteriesandthe
motorsareheavilystrained (e.g.,fromexcessiveloads),the maincircuitbreakertripstopreventdamageto themotorsand
theelectronics.Ifthecircuittrips,allowyourpowerchairto“rest”forapproximatelyoneminute.Next, pushinthe circuit
breakerbutton, turn on the controller and continue normal operation. If the main circuit breaker continues to trip repeat-
edly, contact your QuantumRehabDealer.
Figure 7. Electrical Components
BATTERY CONNECTOR
MAINCIRCUITBREAKER
POWERMODULE
MOTOR
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Manual Freewheel Levers
Yourpower chairhasa manualfreewheelleveroneachmotor. Manualfreewheelleversenableyoutodisengagethe drive
motorsandmanoeuvrethechairmanually.
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. Locatethe lever on topof eachmotor.
2. Pullupbothmanual freewheel levers to engagethemotors(drivemode). See figure 8.
3. Pushdownbothmanualfreewheel levers to disengagethemotors(freewheelmode). See figure 9.
Iftheleverisdifficultto moveineitherdirection,slightly rockthepowerchairbackandforth.Thelevershouldthenmove
tothe desired position.
WARNING! Do not use the freewheel lever handles as tie-down points to secure this product.
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Figure 8. Drive Mode (Drive Engaged) Figure 9. Freewheel Mode (Drive Disengaged)
Transit Securement System (Optional)
Ifyour power chair is equippedwitha transit securement
system,itisequippedwithmanufacturer-installedfrontand
rear securement brackets and positioning belt anchoring
brackets.See figure 10. Refer to thesupplementprovided
with your power chair for information on how to use the
transitsecurementsystem.
Figure 10.Transit Securement System Brackets