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Www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl s a f e t y g u i d e l i n e s copyright © 2006 pride mobility products corp. Infmanu3205/rev a/february 06 the symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chair to identify warnings and important information. It is very important for ...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 3 i. Introduction.................................................................................................................................4 ii. Safety ...........................................................................................................
4 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i . I n t r o d u c t i o n safety welcome to quantum rehab, a division of pride mobility products corporation (pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that thes...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 5 i . I n t r o d u c t i o n pride owners club as an owner of a pride product, you are invited to register your product’s warranty and enroll in the pride owners club. You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed product registration card or by visit...
6 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i . S a f e t y 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 ...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 7 i i . S a f e t y 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 pro...
8 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i . S a f e t y safety mandatory! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride prov...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 9 i i . S a f e t y weight limitations your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. 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 ...
10 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i . S a f e t y figure 1. Maximum safe slope (ascending and descending) 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 othe...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 11 i i . S a f e t y freewheel mode your power chair is equipped with two manual freewheel levers to allow for manual maneuverability by a trained attendant. For more information about how to place your power chair into and out of freewheel mode, see iii. “your p...
12 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i . S a f e t y transfers transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance. Always have an attendant or health- care professional present while learning to properly trans- fer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, pr...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 13 i i . S a f e t y inclement weather precautions exposure of your power chair to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If suddenly caught up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at th...
14 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i . S a f e t y 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 stat...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 15 i i i . Y o u r p o w e r c h a i r the quantum 6000 xl the quantum 6000 xl has two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the power base assembly. See figure 5. Typically, the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The power base assemb...
16 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl q q q q qu u u u uantum 6000 xl s antum 6000 xl s antum 6000 xl s antum 6000 xl s antum 6000 xl specifica pecifica pecifica pecifica pecifications tions tions tions tions suspension: front and rear drive wheels: 14 in., solid caster wheels: 6 in. Solid (rear);...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 17 i i i . Y o u r p o w e r c h a i r electrical components the electrical components consist of the controller assembly, the batteries, and the motors. The batteries, motors, and controller power module (if equipped) are located on the power base assembly. The ...
18 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i i . Y o u r p o w e r c h a i r motor connectors: this is where the controller connects to the motors. Battery connector: this is where the controller connects to the batteries. Controller power module: this enables the controller to communicate with the b...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 19 i i i . Y o u r p o w e r c h a i r figure 9. Drive mode (drive engaged) figure 8. Freewheel mode (drive disengaged) manual freewheel lever dual manual freewheel levers for your convenience, your power chair is equipped with dual manual freewheel levers. The l...
20 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i i i . Y o u r p o w e r c h a i r hammer motor package your power chair is equipped with two powerful hammer motors. These are right angle motors capable of producing one horsepower of peak output each. Follow the suggestions below to help ensure peak motor ...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 21 initial assembly your power chair may require some assembly either before initial use or after transportation. It may also require disassembly to make some comfort adjustments. Figure 10 details those parts of the power chair that are designed to be disassembl...
22 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i v . A s s e m b l y seat installation it may be necessary to install the seat either prior to initial operation or after transporting your power chair. High-back seats are attached to the power base with the universal mounting system (ums). The ums consists ...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 23 i v . A s s e m b l y figure 12. Remote plus controller routed on a synergy seat wire ties figure 13. Remote plus controller routed on a high-back seat to install the seat: 1. Tilt the seat back and slide the rear extrusion onto the rear trapeze bar. See figur...
24 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v . C o m f o r t a d j u s t m e n t s comfort adjustments after becoming familiar with your power chair’s operation, you may find the need to make some adjustments to increase your comfort, such as seat height and angle, armrest width, armrest angle and heig...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 25 armrest knob jam nuts armrest angle adjusting screw figure 16. Seatback/armrest adjustment figure 15. Seat position adjustment 11. Reinstall the seat. 12. Reconnect the controller to the power base. 13. Reinstall the rear shroud and tighten the fasteners. Seat...
26 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl armrest width adjustment you can change each armrest’s width independently of the other. Note: changing the armrest width may increase the overall width of your power chair. To change the armrest width: 1. Locate the two armrest knobs on each side of the arm- ...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 27 figure 20. Controller position - mounting block setscrews v . C o m f o r t a d j u s t m e n t s to clamp the quick release fastener: 1. Make sure the lever is in the open position. 2. Turn the nut clockwise until it is snug. 3. Rotate the lever until it is i...
28 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl figure 22. Swing-away footrests adjustment screws footrest extension sfr release lever adjustment screws release lever b figure 23. Elevating leg rests release lever a leg rest extension swing-away footrests swing-away footrests (sfrs) enable you to rotate the...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 29 to adjust the leg rest length: 1. Remove the adjustment screws from the leg rest extension. 2. Slide the leg rest up or down to the desired length. 3. Align the adjustment holes in the leg rest extension and reinstall the adjustment screws. Multi-axis foot pla...
30 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i . B a t t e r i e s a n d c h a r g i n g batteries and charging the quantum 6000 xl uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fl...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 31 v i . B a t t e r i e s a n d c h a r g i n g to charge the batteries using the off-board charger: 1. Position your power chair next to a standard electrical outlet. 2. Be certain the controller power is turned off and the power chair is in drive mode. 3. Plug...
32 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i . B a t t e r i e s a n d c h a r g i n g ! Infrequent use if you use your power chair infrequently (once a week or less), you should charge the batteries at least once per week for 12 to 14 hours. Note: keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply d...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 33 how should i store my power chair and its batteries? If you do not use your power chair regularly, we recommend maintaining battery vitality by charging the batteries at least once per week. If you do not plan on using your power chair for an extended period, ...
34 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i i . O p e r a t i o n remote plus controller the electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair. The electronic controller enables you to move the power chair, as well as monitor battery charge, electronic controller functions, and the c...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 35 v i i . O p e r a t i o n mode key (speed settings) the mode key controls the speed settings. The remote plus speed settings range from 1 to 5. Typically, the slowest speed setting is 1 and the fastest speed setting is 5. The settings are indicated by the numb...
36 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i i . O p e r a t i o n note: when the batteries approach a discharged state, the first red light will begin to slowly flash, remind- ing you the batteries need to be charged immediately! Right/left turn indicator keys (optional) the right/left turn indicato...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 37 v i i . O p e r a t i o n remote plus error codes in addition to indicating the current state of battery charge, the battery condition meter can also indicate possible problems with your power chair’s electrical system. If any of the battery condition meter li...
38 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl the microdrive controller the electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair. It takes the battery voltage and sends it to the appropriate system. The electronic controller also enables you to monitor battery charge, electronic controller fu...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 39 profile and speed indicator the profile and speed indicator is a 5-segment illumi- nated display that indicates speed setting as well as drive profile. Actuator indicator the actuator indicator is a 4-segment illuminated dis- play that indicates power recline,...
40 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl drive profile selection your microdrive controller may be programmed for more than one drive profile that allows the system to be custom tailored to your environment. To select a profile setting: 1. Use the on/off switch to power on the chair and the controlle...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 41 flashing lights diagnosis solution 10 high battery voltage check batteries. 9 solenoid brake fault check motor/brake wiring. 8 possible controller fault see quantum rehab specialist. 7 possible joystick fault see quantum rehab specialist. 6 inhibit active unpl...
42 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i i i . C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e care and maintenance your quantum 6000 xl is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 43 v i i i . C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e ! Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within the battery tray, with the battery terminals facing inward, toward each other. Refer to the battery ...
44 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i i i . C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e storage your power chair should be stored in a dry place, free from temperature extremes. When storing, disconnect the batteries from the power chair. See vi. “batteries and charging.” warning! If you fail to store...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 45 v i i i . C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e battery replacement a battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the front battery tray. See the specification table for correct battery specifications. Warning! Prevent injury. Do not replace battery ...
46 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl v i i i . C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e figure 32. Battery installation battery wiring diagram label rear shroud fastener (opposite side not shown) rear shroud front battery rear battery release handles front cover.
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 47 v i i i . C a r e a n d m a i n t e n a n c e when to see your quantum rehab specialist for service the following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your power chair. If necessary, contact your quantum rehab specialist. When calling, have the model...
48 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl i x . W a r r a n t y lifetime limited warranty for the lifetime of your power chair from the date of purchase, pride will repair or replace at our option to the original purchaser, free of charge, any of the following parts found upon examination by an author...
Quantum 6000 xl www.Quantumrehab.Com 49 i x . W a r r a n t y reconditioned units warranty all reconditioned units are covered by a six-month warranty from pride effective from the date of purchase. Warranty exclusions this warranty does not extend to those items which may require replacement due to...
50 www.Quantumrehab.Com quantum 6000 xl n o t e s.
Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory. Date inspected inspector thank you for making the quantum 6000 xl your choice in power chairs. We have thoroughly inspected your quantum 6000 xl. The following check marks indicate that it has been tested, driven, and inspected. #1 in qualit...