Quantum Rehab 6000 XL User manual

Owner’s Manual
21HealeyRoad•Dandenong,3175•Victoria,Australia•ACN#088609661•www.quantumrehab.com

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SAFETY GUIDELINES
This product is manufactured by:
PrideMobilityProductsCorporation
182SusquehannaAvenue
Exeter,PA18643-2964
USA
Copyright© 2006
PrideMobility ProductsCorp.
INFMANU3208/RevA/June06
Thesymbolsbeloware used throughout thisowner'smanualand on the powerchairtoidentify warnings and important
information.Itisveryimportantforyoutoread them and understand them completely.
WARNING! Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component
damage, or malfunction (black symbol on yellow triangle with black border).
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform mandatory
actions can cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment (white symbol on blue dot).
PROHIBITED! These actions are 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 (black symbol with red circle and red slash).
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I. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY....................................................................................................................................................5
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR.......................................................................................................................15
IV. ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................21
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS...........................................................................................................24
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING .......................................................................................................31
VII. OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................35
VIII.CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................43
IX. WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................49
CONTENTS
Thisowner’smanualiscompiledfromthelatestspecificationsandproductinformationavailableatthetimeofpublication.
Wereservetherighttomakechangesastheybecomenecessary.Anychangestoourproductsmaycauseslightvariations
betweentheillustrationsandexplanationsinthis manual and theproductyouhavepurchased.

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEto Quantum Rehab,a division ofPrideMobility Products Corporation(Pride). The powerchair you have
purchasedcombinesstate-of-the-art components withsafety,comfort, and stylinginmind.We areconfidentthat these
designfeatureswillprovide you withtheconveniencesyouexpectduringyourdailyactivities. Onceyouunderstandhow
tosafelyoperate and care foryour power chair, itshould giveyou years oftrouble free operation and service.
Readandfollowallinstructions,warnings,and notes inthismanualbeforeattemptingtooperateyourpower chairforthe
firsttime.In addition, your safety dependsupon you, as wellasyour provider,carer, or healthcareprofessionalin using
goodjudgement.
Ifthereisanyinformationinthismanualwhichyoudonotunderstand,orifyourequireadditionalassistanceforsetupor
operation,pleasecontactyourQuantumRehabSpecialist.Failuretofollowtheinstructionsinthismanualandthose
locatedonyourpowerchaircanleadtopersonal injuryand/ordamagetothe powerchair,includingvoidingthe
warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byaccepting delivery of this product,you promisethat you will not change, alter,or modify thisproduct orremove or
renderinoperableor unsafeanyguards,shields,orother safetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,orneglecttoinstallany
retrofitkitsfrom time totimeprovided by Pridetoenhance or preservethesafe use ofthis product.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
Wewanttohearyourquestions,comments,andsuggestions aboutthismanual.Wewouldalsoliketohearaboutthesafety
andreliabilityofyournewpowerchair, and about the service you received from your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new
products,andnew options that canincreaseyour ability touseand enjoy your powerchair.Pleasefeel free tocontactus
atthe address below:
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.
MyQuantum RehabSpecialist:
Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:______________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:_______________________________________________________________________________

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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbolsbelowareusedon the powerchairtoidentifywarnings,mandatoryactions,andprohibitedactions.Itisvery
importantforyoutoreadandunderstandthemcompletely.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce
the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
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.
Locked and in drive 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.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Battery Configuration:
+ = Positive Terminal Post
– = Negative Terminal Post
Connect Red wire to positive (+) terminal post.
Connect Black wire to negative (-) terminal post.

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Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension lead to the
AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
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.

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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-enhancementdevicedesignedtoincreasemobility.Prideprovidesanextensive
varietyof products to best fit the individual needs of the power chair user.Please be aware that thefinal selection and
purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair user, who is
capableofmakingsuchadecision,andhis/herhealthcareprofessional(i.e.,medicaldoctor,physicaltherapist,etc.).
Thecontentsofthismanualarebasedontheexpectationthatamobilitydeviceexperthas properly fitted the power chair
totheuserand has assistedtheprescribinghealthcareprofessionaland/ortheQuantumRehab Specialist intheinstruction
processfor theuse ofthe product.
Therearecertainsituations,includingsomemedicalconditions,wherethepowerchairuser willneedtopracticeoperating
the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant.Atrained attendant can be defined as a family member or care
professionalspeciallytrainedinassistingapowerchairuserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
Asyoubegin usingyourpowerchairduringdailyactivities,youwillprobablyencountersituationsinwhichyouwillneed
somepractice.Simplytakeyourtimeandyouwillsoonbeinfullandconfidentcontrolasyoumaneuverthroughdoorways,
onandoff of lifts,up and downramps,and over moderateterrain.
Belowaresomeprecautions,tips,andothersafetyconsiderations that will help the userbecomeaccustomedtooperating
thepowerchairsafely.
Modifications
Pridehasdesignedandengineeredyourpowerchairtoprovidemaximummobilityandutility.Awiderangeofaccessories
isavailablefrom your QuantumRehabSpecialist to furthercustomiseyour power chairtobetter suit yourneedsand/or
preferences.However,under no circumstances should youmodify, add, remove, or disableanyfeature,part,orfunction
ofyourpowerchair.
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 feelof your powerchair and itscapabilities. Pride recommendsthatyou perform asafety check before
eachuseto make sureyour power chairoperatessmoothly and safely.
Performthefollowing inspectionspriortousingyourpower chair:
!Checkforpropertyreinflation.Maintainbutdonotexceed35psi(2.4bar)ineachtyre(if equipped with pneumatic
tyres).
!Checkallelectrical connections. Make surethey are tight andnotcorroded.
!Checkall controller connectionsto the power base. Makesure they are secured properly.
!Checkthe brakes. See VIII. “Care and Maintenance.”
!Checkbatterycharge.See VI. “BatteriesandCharging.”
NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for assistance.

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Weight Limitations
Yourpowerchairisratedforamaximumweightcapacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in personal injury
and/or damage to your 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
Ifyourpowerchairis equippedwithpneumatictyres,youshouldcheckorhavetheair pressurecheckedregularly.Proper
inflationpressureswillprolongthelifeofyourtyresandhelpensurethesmoothoperationofyourpowerchair.
WARNING! It is important that 35 psi (2.4 bar) 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 35 psi (2.4 bar) 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 lug nuts, 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)that require you to have goodcorneringskillsonyourpowerchair.
!Proceedwithextreme caution asyouapproach the downgradeofa ramp orother incline.
!Takewideswingswithyourpowerchair’sfrontwheelsaroundanytightcorners. If youdothat,thepowerchair’srear
wheelswillfollowawide arc, not cutthecornershort,and not bump into orgethungupon any railing corners.
!Whendriving down aramp, keep the power chair’sspeedadjustment set to the slowestspeed setting toensure a
safelycontrolleddescent.SeeVII.“Operation.”
!Avoidsudden stops and starts.
Whenclimbinganincline,trytokeepyour powerchairmoving.Ifyoumuststop,startupagainslowly andthenaccelerate
cautiously.Whendriving down anincline, set your powerchair to theslowestsetting and 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
completestopbyreleasingthejoystick,thenpushthejoystickforwardslightlytoensure a safely controlled descent.
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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Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending)
WARNING! Never travel down an incline rearwards. This may result in personal injury.
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.
Mosthandicappublic access rampsarerequired to haveamaximum slope of 8.7%(5°).Therefore, Pride recommends
thatthemaximumslopeofaninclineyouattempttosafelyascendor descend on your power chair does notexceed8.7%
(5°). Seefigure 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, resulting in personal injury.
Braking Information
Yourpowerchair is equipped with twopowerfulbrakesystems:
1. Regenerative — uses electricity to rapidlyslowthevehiclewhenthejoystickreturnstothecentre/stopposition.
2. DiscParkBrake— activates mechanicallyafterregenerativebrakingslowsthevehicleto near stop,orwhenpoweris
removedfromthesystemforanyreason.
Cornering Information
Whileyourpowerchairisequippedwith fourcasterwheels,excessivelyhighcorneringspeedscanstillcreatethepossibil-
ityoftipping.Factors which affectthepossibilityoftippinginclude,butarenot limitedto:corneringspeed,steeringangle
(howsharplyyouareturning),unevenroadsurfaces,inclinedroadsurfaces,ridingfromanareaoflowtractionto an area
ofhightraction (such aspassingfrom a grassyareato a pavedarea– especially athighspeed while turning),andabrupt
directionalchanges. High corneringspeedsare not recommended.If you feelthat you maytip over ina corner, reduce
your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair from tipping.
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 extreme
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KERB
KERB
II. SAFETY
Freewheel Mode
Yourpowerchairisequippedwithtwo manualfreewheelleverstoallowformanualmaneuverabilitybyatrainedattendant.
Formoreinformationabout howtoplaceyourpowerchairinto andoutoffreewheelmode,seeIII.“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.
Outdoor Driving Surfaces
Yourpowerchairisdesignedtoprovideoptimumstabilityundernormaldrivingconditions—dry,levelsurfacescomposed
ofconcrete,blacktop,ortarmac.However,Priderecognisesthattherewillbetimeswhenyouwillencounterother surface
types.Forthis reason, yourpower chair isdesigned to performadmirablyon packed soil,grass, and gravel.Feel free to
useyourpower chair safelyon lawns andin park areas.
!Reduceyourpowerchair’sspeedwhendrivingonuneven terrain and/or softsurfaces.
!Avoidtallgrassthatcan entangle therunninggear.
!Avoidloosely packed gravel andsand.
!Ifyoufeelunsureaboutadrivingsurface,avoidthatsurface.
Stationary Obstacles (Steps, Kerbs, etc.)
Proceedwith extreme caution when drivingnear raised surfaces, unprotected ledgesand/or drop-offs(kerbs, porches,
stairs,etc.).Thecorrect method for approachingakerbis illustrated in figure2.
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 rearwards down any step, kerb, or
other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury.
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Transfers
Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a
goodsenseof balance.Alwayshaveanattendantorhealth-
careprofessionalpresentwhilelearning to properly trans-
feryourself.
Toeliminatethepossibilityofinjury,Priderecommendsthat
youora trained attendantperformthe following tasksbe-
foreattemptingatransfer:
!Turnoffthepowertothecontroller.SeeVII.“Operation.”
!Ensureyourpowerchairis not infreewheelmode.See
III.“YourPowerChair.”
!Turnthecasterwheelstowardthetransfer destination
toimprovepowerchairstability duringtransfer.
!Make sure both armrests are flipped up or removed
fromyourpowerchair.
!Flip up the foot platform or move the leg rests aside;
thiswillhelp to keepyourfeet from gettingcaughton
thefootriggingduringthetransfer.
!Reducethedistancebetweenyourpower chair and the
objectyouaretransferringonto. 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.
Doors
!Determineifthe door openstowardor away fromyou.
!Driveyourpowerchair gentlyandslowlyforwardtopushthe dooropen.Ordriveyourpowerchairgently andslowly
rearwardsto pull the door open.
Stairs and Escalators
Powerchairs are notdesigned to travel up ordown stairs orescalators. Always usea lift.
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.
Lifts
Modernliftshaveadoor edge safety mechanismthat,whenpushed, reopens the liftdoor(s).
!Ifyou are inthe doorwayof a lift when thedoor(s) begin to close, pushon the rubber door edgeor allow the
rubberdoor edgeto contactthe powerchair andthe doorwill reopen.
!Usecare that handbags, packages, orpower chair accessories do notbecome caughtin lift doors.

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Lift/Elevation Products
Ifyouwillbe traveling withyourpowerchair, youmayfinditnecessarytousealift/elevationproduct toaidintransporta-
tion.Pride recommends thatyou closely reviewthe instructions, specifications, and safetyinformation set forthby the
manufacturerofthelift/elevationproductbeforeusingthatproduct.
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.
Inclement Weather Precautions
Exposureofyourpowerchairtoinclementweatherconditionsshouldbeavoidedwheneverpossible.Ifsuddenlycaught
up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
Thoroughlydryyourpowerchairbeforestoring,charging,or operating your power chair.
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.
Motor Vehicle Transport
Priderecommendsthatyoudonotremainseatedinyourpowerchairwhiletravelinginamotorvehicle.Thepowerchair
shouldbe stowedin theboot ofa caror inthe back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and properly secured.
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
YourQuantumRehabSpecialist, therapist(s),and other healthcare professionals are responsible fordetermining your
requirementforapositioningbeltinorder to operate your powerchairsafely.
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
properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
Reaching and Bending
Neverreach,lean,orbend while driving yourpowerchair.Ifitisabsolutelynecessarytoreach,lean,orbend while seated
onyour powerchair,itis importantto maintain a stable centre of gravity and keep the power chair from tipping. Pride
recommendsthat the power chair userdetermine his/herpersonal limitations and practice bendingand reachingin the
presenceofaqualifiedhealthcare professional.
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
distributionof the powerchair.Thismay causeyourpowerchairto tip,possiblyresultingin personal injury.
WARNING! Prevent personal injury! Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving. Be aware
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Batteries
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more
informationaboutyourpowerchair’s batteries, seeVI.“BatteriesandCharging.”
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.
Removable Parts
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts. Personal
injury and/or damage to the power chair may result.
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.
Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Usersmustexercise careandcommonsensewhenoperatinga powerchair.Thisincludes awarenessofsafetyissueswhen
takingprescribedorover-the-counterdrugsorwhentheuserhasspecificphysicallimitations.
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
Thepowerchairusermust exercise careandcommonsensewhenoperatinghis/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.
Electromagneticand Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones, mobile two-way
radios(suchaswalkie-talkies), radio stations,TVstations,amateur radio (HAM) transmitters,wirelesscomputer links,
microwavesignals, paging transmitters,and medium-rangemobile transceivers used by emergencyvehicles. In some
cases,thesewaves cancauseunintendedmovementordamagetothecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobility
vehiclehasanimmunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainstEMI.This
producthasbeen tested andhas passed at animmunity level 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
unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact your
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THE QUANTUM 6000 XL
TheQuantum6000XLhastwomainassemblies:theseatassemblyand the powerbaseassembly.Seefigure5.Typically,
theseat assembly includes the armrests,seatback, and seat base. The power base assembly includes two motor/brake
assemblies,twodrive wheels, fourcasterwheels, two batteries,andwiring harnesses. Seefigures5, 6, and7.
Figure 5.The Quantum 6000 XL
SEATBACK
DRIVEWHEEL
CASTERWHEEL
JOYSTICK
FOOTRIGGING
(FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN)
SEATBASE
CONTROLLER
(REMOTE PLUS SHOWN)
CASTERWHEEL
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVER
ARMREST
SEAT ASSEMBLY
POWERBASE
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QUANTUM6000 XLSPECIFICATIONS
Suspension: FrontandRear
DriveWheels: 35.56cmsolid
CasterWheels: Rear:15.24cmsolid
Front:12.7cmsolid
MaximumSpeed:¹Upto 10.5 km/h
Brakes: “IntelligentBraking”electronicregenerative,discparkbrake
GroundClearance:² 9 cm
MaximumSafeSlope: 8.7%(5°)
TurningRadius:² 56 cm
OverallSize:² Length:117cmwithswing-awaylegrests
Width:65.4 cm
SeatingOptions: SynergySeat
High-backSeatwithSolidSeatPan
ManualReclineHigh-backSeatwithSolidSeatPan
TRU-BalancePowerTilt
Drivetrain: Twomotor, Mid-wheel-6drive
Batteries: TwoGroup24batteries(standard)(AGMorGel-Celltyperecommended)
TwoGroup34batteriesrequiredwithTRU-BalancePowerPositioning(AGMorGel-Celltyperecommended)
Range:¹Upto40km
BatteryCharger: 8-amp,off-board
Electronics: 100-ampRemotePlus
100-ampMicrodrive
WeightCapacity: 181kg
136kgwithSynergySeatandTRU-BalancePowerTilt
ComponentWeights: Base:77kg
SynergySeat:26.5kg
Batteries:23.36kg each
¹ Varies with user weight, terrain type, battery amp hour rating (AH), battery charge, battery condition, and tyre condition.
² Due to manufacturing tolerances and continued product improvement, this specification can be subject to variance of
(+ or – ) 3%.
NOTE: All specifications subject to change without notice.

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Theelectrical componentsconsist ofthe controller assembly, the batteries, and the motors. The batteries, motors, and
controller power module are located on the power base assembly.The controller is located on the seat assembly.
Connectivity between the controller and the motors, batteries, and the battery charger is provided by one or more
wiringharnesses. See figure7.
ControllerConnector:Thecontrollerconnectoriswherethecontrollerplugs into the power base. Eachcontrolleruses
adifferenttypeof cable.Regardlessofwhichtypeofcontrolleris used, thecablemustbesecuredtotheseat assemblyand
notallowedto drag onthe floor.
MotorConnectors:Thisis where thecontroller connects to themotors.
BatteryConnector:This is wherethe controller connects tothe batteries.
ControllerPowerModule:Thisenablesthecontrollerto communicate with the batteriesandthemotors.
Figure 6.The Quantum 6000 XL Power Base
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVER
REAR SEAT MOUNT CONNECTORS FRONT SEAT MOUNT CONNECTORS
FRONT COVER
REARSHROUDFASTENER
(FASTENER ON OPPOSITE
SIDE NOT SHOWN)
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MainCircuitBreaker (locatedon therear mainframe): Themain circuitbreaker isa safety feature built into your
power chair. When the batteries and the motors are heavily strained (e.g., from excessive loads), the main circuit
breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics. If the circuit trips, allow your power chair to “rest”
forapproximatelyoneminute.The circuit breaker will reset itself.Turn on the controller,andcontinuenormaloperation.
Ifthe maincircuit breakercontinues totrip repeatedly, contactyour QuantumRehab Specialist.
Figure 7. Quantum 6000 XL Electrical Components
QUICKRELEASE
BATTERY CONNECTORS
MAINCIRCUITBREAKER
CONTROLLERPOWERMODULE
TO MOTOR
CONNECTOR
CONTROLLER
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Figure 9. Drive Mode (Drive Engaged)
Figure 8. Freewheel Mode (Drive Disengaged)
Dual Manual Freewheel Levers
Foryourconvenience, your powerchair is equippedwith dual manualfreewheel levers. The leversare located oneach
motor,andallowyoutodisengagethedrivemotorsandmaneuverthechairmanually.
WARNING! In freewheel mode, the braking system is disengaged. Only engage the freewheel
mode when on a level surface. Failure to comply could result in injury and/or damage to
your product.
WARNING! Prevent personal injury and/or equipment damage. Do not use the freewheel lever
handles as tie-down points to secure this product.
Tooperate thedualmanual freewheellevers:
1. Push down both manual freewheel levers forfreewheelmode(drivemotordisengaged).Seefigure8.
2. Pull up both manual freewheel levers fordrivemode(drivemotorengaged).Seefigure9.
NOTE: You must turn off the power before disengaging the drive motors, otherwise you may get an error code
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.
NOTE: The power chair will be significantly easier to push with the power off.
!Avoidapplyingexcessiveforceto themanualfreewheellevers.
WARNING! Do not use your foot to operate the manual freewheel levers. Do not stand on the
manual freewheel levers. Applying excessive force to the manual freewheel levers may result in
damage to the freewheel levers, motors, and brakes.

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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
Hammer Motor Package
YourpowerchairisequippedwithtwopowerfulHammermotors.Thesearerightanglemotorscapableofproducingone
horsepowerofpeak output each.Followthe suggestions belowto help ensure peakmotor performance.
!Maintainanevenspeed when negotiating obstacles.Ifyou encounter a situationwhereyou have stalled themotors,
immediatelyreleasethejoystick.Adjust the controller toahigherdriveprofileandattempttomoveovertheobstacle.
Ifyoustillencounterastallcondition,backawayfromtheobstacle,thendriveforward,maintainingmomentumasyou
negotiateovertheobstacle.
WARNING! Prevent motor damage! Immediately release the joystick if the motors stall. Failure to
release the joystick within 5 seconds of motor stall may cause the motors to overheat, resulting
in damage to the motors, lack of motor performance, and/or increased motor noise.