Quantum Rehab Dynamo User manual

Dynamo
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Owner’s Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright©2005
PrideMobilityProductsCorp.
INFMANU1715/RevH/June05
Thesymbolsbelow areusedthroughoutthis owner'smanualandon the powerchair toidentify warningsand important
information.Itisveryimportant foryoutoreadthem andunderstandthemcompletely.
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 should be prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any
time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause injury to personnel and/
or damage to equipment (black symbol with red circle and red slash).
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I. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY.................................................................................................................................................6
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR ....................................................................................................................16
IV. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................21
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS........................................................................................................25
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ....................................................................................................29
VII. OPERATION.......................................................................................................................................33
VIII CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................49
IX. WARRANTY........................................................................................................................................54
CONTENTS
IMPORTANTNOTICE
Attentionparents,guardians,andpowerchairattendants:Pleasereadthismanualinitsentiretybefore
allowingaminortooperatetheQuantumDynamo.Givecloseattentiontoallsafetyguidelines,warnings,
andcautions containedinthis manual.Neitherthismanual northispower chairisintendedfor useby
aminor withouttheclose supervisionofaparent, guardian,oradult attendant!

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEto QuantumRehab, adivision of PrideMobility ProductsCorporation (Pride). The power chairyou have
purchasedcombines state-of-the-artcomponents withsafety,comfort, andstyling inmind.We areconfident thatthese
designfeatureswillprovideyouwiththeconveniencesyou expectduringyourdailyactivities.Onceyouunderstandhow
to safelyoperateand care foryour power chair, it should give youyears of troublefree operation andservice.
Readandfollowallinstructions, warnings,andnotesinthismanualbeforeattemptingto operate yourpowerchairforthe
first time. Inaddition, your safetydependsupon you, as wellas your provider, caretaker, or healthcare professionalin
usinggoodjudgement.
Ifthereisany informationinthismanual whichyoudonot understand,orifyou require additionalassistancefor setup or
operation,pleasecontact your QuantumRehab Specialist. Failuretofollowtheinstructionsinthismanualandthose
locatedonyourpowerchaircanleadtopersonalinjuryand/ordamagetothepowerchair,includingvoidingthe
warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byaccepting delivery ofthis product, youpromise that youwill not change, alter,or modify thisproduct or removeor
renderinoperableorunsafeanyguards,shields,orothersafetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,orneglecttoinstallany
retrofitkits fromtime totime providedby Prideto enhanceor preservethe safeuse ofthis product.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
Wewanttohearyourquestions,comments,andsuggestionsaboutthismanual.Wewouldalsoliketohearaboutthesafety
andreliabilityofyour newpowerchair,andabout theserviceyoureceived fromyourQuantum Rehab Specialist.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new
products,and new options that canincrease yourability touse andenjoy yourpower chair.Pleasefeel freeto contactus
atthe addressbelow:
PrideMobilityProductsCorporation
Attn:CustomerCareDepartment
182SusquehannaAvenue
Exeter, PA18643-2694
[e-mail]
800-424-8205
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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I. INTRODUCTION
PRIDE OWNERS CLUB
Asan owner ofa Prideproduct, youare invitedtoregister yourproduct’s warrantyand enroll inthe PrideOwners Club.
You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed product registration card or by visiting Pride's web site at
www.pridemobility.com.As a registeredmember,eachtimeyouvisitoursite, you willhaveaccesstothemostinteractive
andhonesteducationalvenueavailabletodayforpeoplewithmobilityneeds, their families,andfriends.
Fromourhome page,select“Owners Club” toentera pagededicatedto currentandpotential Prideproductowners.You
willgainaccesstointerviews, stories,recreationideas,daily living tips,productandfunding information,andinteractive
messageboards.Thesemessage boardsinviteyou tocommunicatewithother Pridecustomersas wellasPriderepresen-
tativeswhoare availabletoassist youwithany questionsorconcerns youmayhave.
MyQuantum Rehab Specialist:
Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:______________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:_______________________________________________________________________________

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Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to
reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum seating weight.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from
drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Locked and in drive mode.
Two (2) Battery Configuration:
TT
TT
T = Terminal Post
Connect Red wire to TT
TT
T with ++
++
+
Connect Black wire to TT
TT
T with ––
––
–
Do not remove anti-tip wheels.
PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbolsbelowareusedon the powerchairtoidentifywarnings,mandatory actions,andprohibitedactions.Itis very
importantforyou to readandunderstand themcompletely.
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Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while
operating.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible.
Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition.
Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly
install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged
plug access. Failure to heed could result in personal injury and/or property
damage.
Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension
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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-art life-enhancementdevicedesignedtoincreasemobility.Prideprovidesanextensive
varietyof products to best fit the individual needs of the power chair user. Please be aware that the final selection and
purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair user, who is
capableofmaking such adecision,and his/herhealthcareprofessional (i.e.,medicaldoctor,physicaltherapist, etc.).
Thecontentsofthis manualarebased ontheexpectation that amobilitydevice experthasproperly fittedthepowerchair
totheuserandhasassistedtheprescribing healthcare professionaland/ortheQuantumRehabSpecialistinthe instruction
processfor the use ofthe product.
Therearecertain situations, including some medical conditions, where thepowerchairuserwillneedtopracticeoperating
the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant.Atrained attendant can be defined as a family member or care
professionalspeciallytrainedinassistingapowerchairuserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
Asyoubeginusingyourpowerchairduringdailyactivities,youwillprobablyencountersituationsinwhichyouwillneed
somepractice.Simplytakeyourtimeandyouwillsoonbeinfullandconfidentcontrolasyoumaneuverthroughdoorways,
onand offof elevators, upand down ramps, and overmoderate terrain.
Belowaresomeprecautions,tips, andothersafetyconsiderationsthat willhelptheuserbecome accustomed tooperating
thepowerchairsafely.
Modifications
Pridehas designed and engineeredyourpowerchairtoprovidemaximummobilityandutility.Awiderangeofaccessories
isavailable from your Quantum RehabSpecialist tofurther customizeyour powerchair tobetter suityour needsand/or
preferences.However, undernocircumstances shouldyoumodify,add,remove,or disableany feature, part,or function
ofyourpower chair.
WARNING! Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorized by Pride. Unauthorized
modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Getto knowthe feelof your power chair andits capabilities.Pride recommendsthat you perform a safetycheck before
eachuse tomake sure your power chairoperates smoothlyand safely.SeeVIII. “Care andMaintenance.”
Performthefollowinginspectionspriortousingyourpowerchair:
!Checkforpropertireinflation.Maintainbutdonotexceed35psi(2.4bar)ineachtire(ifequippedwithpneumatictires).
!Checkall electricalconnections. Make sure they aretight andnot corroded.
!Checkall controllerconnections tothe electronics tray.Makesure theyare securedproperly.
!Checkthe brakes. See VIII. “Care and Maintenance.”
!Checkbattery charge. SeeVI. “Batteriesand Charging.”
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Weight Limitations
Yourpowerchairis ratedforamaximumweight capacity.Please refertothespecifications tableforthislimit.
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.
Tire Inflation
Ifyourpowerchairis equippedwithpneumatictires, you shouldcheckorhave the airpressurecheckedregularly.Proper
inflationpressureswillprolongthe lifeofyourtires and helpensurethesmooth operation ofyourpowerchair.
WARNING! It is important that 35 psi (2.4 bar) tire pressure be maintained in pneumatic tires at all
times. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tires. Low pressure may result in loss of control, and
overinflated tires may burst. Failure to maintain 35 psi (2.4 bar) tire pressure in pneumatic tires at
all times may result in tire and/or wheel failure, causing serious personal injury and/or damage to
your power chair.
WARNING! Inflate your power chair drive tires from a regulated air source with an available pressure
gauge. Inflating your tires from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting in a
burst tire and/or personal injury.
Incline Information
Moreand morebuildingshaverampswithspecifieddegreesofinclination,designedforeasyandsafeaccess.Someramps
mayhaveturning switchbacks(180-degreeturns) thatrequireyou tohavegood corneringskillson yourpowerchair.
!Proceedwith extremecaution asyou approachthe downgradeof aramp orother incline.
!Takewideswings withyourpowerchair’s front wheelsaroundanytightcorners.Ifyoudo that,thepowerchair’s rear
wheelswillfollow awide arc, notcut thecorner short, andnot bumpintoor gethung uponany railingcorners.
!Whendriving down a ramp, keepthe power chair’s speed adjustmentset to theslowest speed settingto ensure a
safelycontrolled descent. See VII.“Operation.”
!Avoidsudden stops andstarts.
Whenclimbinganincline,trytokeepyourpowerchairmoving.Ifyoumuststop,startupagainslowlyandthenaccelerate
cautiously.When drivingdown anincline, setyour powerchair tothe slowestsetting anddrive inthe forwarddirection
only. If your power chair starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a
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Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending)
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
damage to your power chair.
WARNING! Never travel down an incline backward. 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.
Incompliancewith theAmericanswith DisabilitiesAct of1990, allhandicappublic accessramps arerequiredto havea
maximumslopeof 5°(8.7%). Therefore,Priderecommends thatthe maximumslope of anincline youattempt tosafely
ascend or descend on your power chair does not exceed 5° (8.7%). See figure 1.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 5° (8.7%) may put your power
chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.
Braking Information
Yourpower chairisequipped withtwopowerful brakesystems:
!Regenerative—useselectricity torapidlyslow the vehiclewhenthe joystickreturnstothe center/stopposition.
!DiscParkBrake—activatesmechanicallyafterregenerativebraking slows thevehicletonearstop,orwhenpoweris
removedfromthe systemforany reason.
Cornering Information
Whileyour powerchair is equippedwith casterwheels and anti-tipwheels, excessivelyhigh cornering speedscan still
createthe possibilityof tipping.Factors which affectthe possibilityof tippinginclude, but arenot limitedto: cornering
speed,steeringangle (howsharply you areturning), unevenroad surfaces, inclinedroad surfaces,ridingfrom anarea of
lowtractiontoanarea ofhightraction(suchas passingfromagrassyarea toapavedarea– especiallyathighspeedwhile
turning),andabruptdirectionalchanges.Highcorneringspeedsarenot recommended. Ifyoufeelthatyoumaytipoverin
a corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair
fromtipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. This greatly reduces the possibility of a
tip or fall. To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, always exercise common sense when
cornering.
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Outdoor Driving Surfaces
Yourpowerchairisdesignedtoprovideoptimumstabilityundernormaldrivingconditions—dry,levelsurfacescomposed
ofconcrete,blacktop,orasphalt.However,Priderecognizesthattherewillbetimeswhenyouwillencounterothersurface
types.For thisreason, yourpower chairis designed to perform admirablyon packedsoil, grass,and gravel.Feel free to
useyour powerchair safelyon lawnsand in park areas.
!Reduceyourpower chair’s speed whendriving onuneventerrain and/orsoftsurfaces.
!Avoidtallgrassthatcanentangletherunninggear.
!Avoidloosely packedgravel andsand.
!Ifyoufeelunsure aboutadrivingsurface, avoidthatsurface.
Freewheel Mode
Yourpowerchairisequippedwithtwomanualfreewheellevers toallowformanualmaneuverabilitybyatrainedattendant.
For moreinformation abouthow toplace yourpower chairinto and outof freewheelmode, seeIII. “Your PowerChair.”
WARNING! Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present. Personal
injury may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated
on it. Personal injury may result. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.
WARNING! Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline. The chair could
roll uncontrollably on its own, causing personal injury.
Stationary Obstacles (Steps, Curbs, etc.)
Proceedwith extreme cautionwhen driving nearraised surfaces, unprotectedledges and/or drop-offs (curbs, porches,
stairs,etc.).The correctmethod for approachinga curbisillustrated infigure 2.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher
than 2 inches unless you have the assistance of an attendant.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed backward down any step, curb, or
other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury.
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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.
Stairs and Escalators
Powerchairs are notdesigned to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use anelevator.
WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators. You may cause injury to
yourself and to others and/or damage your power chair.
Doors
!Determineif thedoor openstoward oraway fromyou.
!Driveyourpowerchairgentlyandslowlyforwardtopushthe door open.Ordriveyourpowerchairgentlyandslowly
backwardto pull the door open.
Elevators
Modernelevators havea dooredge safetymechanism that,when pushed,reopens the elevator door(s).
!Ifyou are inthe doorway ofan elevator whenthe door(s) beginto close, pushon the rubberdoor edge orallow the
rubberdoor edge to contactthe power chair andthe door will reopen.
!Usecare that pocketbooks, packages, orpower chair accessories do notbecome caught in elevator doors.
Lift/Elevation Products
Ifyouwillbetravelingwithyourpowerchair,youmayfindit necessary tousealift/elevationproducttoaidintransporta-
tion.Pride recommendsthat youclosely reviewthe instructions, specifications,and safetyinformation setforth bythe
manufacturerofthelift/elevationproductbeforeusingthatproduct.
Motor Vehicle Transport
Currently, there areno standards approved for tie-down systems ina moving vehicle ofany type to transporta person
whileseatedin apower chair.
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.
Inclement Weather Precautions
Exposureofyourpowerchair toinclementweatherconditionsshould beavoidedwheneverpossible.If suddenlycaught
up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
Thoroughlydryyourpower chairbeforestoring,charging,oroperating yourpowerchair.
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
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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 rigging. Such use may cause the power
chair to tip and cause personal injury.
Positioning Belts
YourQuantum Rehab Specialist,therapist(s), and other healthcare professionals are responsiblefor determining your
requirementfora positioningbeltin ordertooperate yourpowerchair safely.
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.
Transfers
Transferringonto andoffof yourpowerchair requiresagood
senseofbalance.Alwayshavean attendantorhealthcare pro-
fessionalpresent while learningtoproperlytransferyourself.
To eliminatethe possibility of injury,Priderecommends that
youor atrained attendantperform thefollowing tasks before
attemptingatransfer:
!Turn offthepowerot the controller.SeeVII.“Operation.”
!Ensureyourpowerchairisnotinfreewheelmode. SeeIII.
“YourPowerChair.”
!Turnboth caster wheelstoward thetransferdestination to
improvepowerchairstabilityduringtransfer.
!Makesure botharmrests are flippedup or removedfrom
yourpowerchair.
!Flipupthe footplatform or movethe legrests aside; this
willhelpto keepyourfeet from gettingcaught on thefoot
riggingduringthetransfer.
!Reducethe distancebetween yourpowerchair and the
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Reaching and Bending
Neverreach,lean,orbendwhile driving yourpowerchair.Ifit is absolutelynecessarytoreach,lean,or bendwhileseated
onyour power chair, it is importantto maintain a stablecenter of gravity andkeep the power chairfrom tipping. Pride
recommendsthat the powerchair user determinehis/her personal limitationsand practice bendingand reaching in the
presenceofaqualifiedhealthcareprofessional.
WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching
down between your knees. Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight
distributionof thepowerchair.This maycauseyour powerchairtotip,possibly resulting inpersonal injury.
WARNING! Prevent personal injury! Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware
that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tires.
Batteries
Inaddition to following the warnings below, be sure tocomply with all other batteryhandling information. For more
informationaboutyourpower chair’s batteries,seeVI.“Batteriesand Charging.”
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that
much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery. Charging
a frozen battery may result in personal injury and/or damage to the battery.
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
Usersmustexercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatingapowerchair.Thisincludesawarenessofsafetyissueswhen
takingprescribedorover-the-counter drugsorwhenthe user hasspecificphysical 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
Thepowerchairusermustexercisecare andcommonsensewhenoperatinghis/herpower chair.Thisincludesawareness
ofsafety issues while undertheinfluenceofalcohol.
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.
Removable Parts
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts. Personal
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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 Interferencecan come from sourcessuch as cellular phones,mobile two-way
radios(suchas walkie-talkies),radiostations, TVstations,amateur radio(HAM)transmitters, wirelesscomputerlinks,
microwavesignals, pagingtransmitters, andmedium-range mobiletransceivers usedby emergency vehicles. In some
cases,thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementordamagetothecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobility
vehiclehasanimmunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainstEMI.This
producthas beentested andhas passedat animmunity levelof 20V/m.
WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios, laptops, and other types of radio transmitters
may cause unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility vehicle due to EMI.
Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid
coming into close proximity of radio and TV stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to the electrically-powered mobility vehicle
can increase the susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your power chair in any way
not authorized by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself can disturb the performance of other
electrical devices located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center on www.pridemobility.com. If unin-
tended motion or brake release occurs, turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Call Pride at 800-424-
8205 to report the incident.
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
THE QUANTUM DYNAMO
Yourpowerchairhastwomainassemblies:theseatandthepowerbase.Seefigure5.Typically,theseatingsystemincludes
thearmrests,theseatback, the seatbase,andthe joystick/controller.The powerbaseassemblyincludes twodrivewheels,
twoanti-tip wheels,two rearcaster wheels,a body shroud,four frameassemblies (locatedunder thebody shroud), two
batteryboxes, and theelectrical connectors. Seefigures 5, 6,and 7.
Figure 5.The Quantum Dynamo
ANTI-TIP
WHEELS
ARMREST
BODY
SHROUD
CASTERWHEEL
DRIVEWHEEL
JOYSTICK/CONTROLLER
POWER BASE
ASSEMBLY
SEAT ASSEMBLY
FOOT RIGGING
(FOOT PLATFORM
SHOWN)
SEATBACK
SEAT
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SPECIFICATIONS
Suspension: LimitedSuspension
Drive Wheels: 10 in., pneumatic, center-mounted (solid tiresare optional)
CasterWheels: 8 in., solid, rear articulating
Anti-tip Wheels: 6 in., solid, front mounted
MaximumSpeed:* Up to 4 mph
Brakes: “IntelligentBraking”electronic regenerative, discparkbrake
GroundClearance: 2 in.
TurningRadius: 17 in.
OverallSize: Length: 32 in.
Width: 23 in.
SeatingOptions: Synergy(standard)
SynergyManualTilt (optional)
TRU-BalancePowerPositioning Systems (optional)
Drivetrain: Two motor, mid-wheel
Batteries: Two12-volt,U-1batteries
Range:* Up to 25 miles
BatteryCharger: 4-amp,Onboard
4-amp,Off-board(optional)
Electronics: 50-ampPGVSIController (standard)
70-ampPGRemote Plus Controller(optional)
70-ampDynamicController(optional)
70-ampMicrodrive Controller (optional)
Weight Capacity: 160 lbs.
200lbs. with TRU-Balance Power Positioning Systems
ComponentWeights: Right powerbase frame:33 lbs.
Leftpower base frame:33 lbs.
Front battery box: 1.5 lbs.
Rear battery box: 1.5 lbs.
Battery well frame: 13 lbs.
Totalpowerbase weight(without batteries): 82 lbs.
Synergy Seat: 44 lbs.
Batteries: 24.5 lbs. each
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Theelectrical components consist ofthe controller assembly,the batteries, and themotors. The batteries, motors, and
controller power module (if equipped) are located on the power base assembly. The controller is located on the seat
assembly. Connectivity betweenthe controller and themotors, batteries, and thebattery chargeris provided by oneor
morewiringharnesses. Seefigures 6and7.
!ControllerConnector:Thisis where thecontrollerharness connectstothe power base.
!Ammeter:Thisdisplaysthe charger’scurrentoutputinamps.
!MainCircuitBreaker:This isa safety feature built into your power chair.When the batteriesand the motors are
heavilystrained (e.g.,from excessive loads), the maincircuit breakertrips to preventdamage tothe motorsand the
electronics.Ifthecircuit trips, allowthepower chair to“rest”forapproximately oneminute.Then,push inthecircuit
breakerbutton,turnonthejoystick/controller, andcontinuenormaloperation.If the maincircuitbreakercontinuesto
triprepeatedly, contactyourQuantum Rehab Specialist.
!ChargerPowerCord Receptacle: This is where the battery charger cord plugs in when the batteries need to be
recharged.
!BatteryConnectors(Quick-Connectors):Theseprovideaconnectionbetweenthebatteryboxesandtheelectronics
tray.
!MotorConnectors:These provide a connection betweenthe motorsand the electronics tray.
Anti-Tip Wheels
Thepowerchair’smid-wheeldrive designprovidessuperior performanceand safety.The anti-tip wheelsare anintegral
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Figure 6.Power Base RearView - ElectronicsTray
CONTROLLER CONNECTOR
(VSI SHOWN) MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER
CHARGERPOWERCORD
RECEPTACLE
AMMETER
BATTERY CONNECTORS
(QUICK-CONNECTORS)
FRONT BATTERY BOX
REAR BATTERY BOX
SEAT MOUNT CONNECTORS
MOTOR CONNECTOR
Figure 7.Power BaseTopView
MOTOR CONNECTOR

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Manual Freewheel Levers
Thepowerchairhasa manualfreewheelleveroneach motor.Manual freewheelleversenableyouto disengagethedrive
motorsfromthegearboxesandmaneuverthechair manually.
WARNING! Do not use the power chair while the drive motors are disengaged! Do not disengage
the drive motors when the power chair is on an incline, as the unit could roll on its own, causing
injury!
NOTE:Youmustturnoffthepowerbeforedisengagingthedrivemotors,otherwiseyoumay getanerrorcode(flashing
lights) on the controller. To clear this code, turn off the controller and place the power chair in drive mode. Then turn
on the controller. The error message should be cleared. If it isn’t, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
To engage or disengage the drive motors:
1. Locate thelevers on thefront of the power base. See figure8.
2. Push the manual freewheel levers so they are facing the frontof the power chairto engage the drivemotors (drive
mode).See figure8.
3. Push the manual freewheel levers so they are facing the center of the power chair to disengage the drive motors
(freewheelmode).See figure 8.
Ifa leverisdifficulttomoveineitherdirection,slightlyrockthepowerchairbackandforth.Thelevershouldthenmoveto
thedesiredposition.
WARNING! It is important to remember that when your power chair is in freewheel mode, the
braking system is disengaged.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
Figure 8. Manual Freewheel Levers
DRIVE MOTORENGAGED DRIVE MOTOR DISENGAGED
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVERS