Care And Maintenance; Temperature - Quantum Q6 EDGE 2.0 Owner's Manual

Care and Maintenance

Your power chair 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 your Quantum Rehab Provider. Preventive
maintenance is very important. If you follow the maintenance
checks in this section as scheduled, you can help ensure that
your power chair gives you years of trouble-free operation.
If you have any doubt as to your power chair's care or
operation, contact your Quantum Rehab Provider.
WARNING!
Do not service the power chair when the seat is occupied.
Your power chair, like most electrical equipment, is
susceptible to damage from the elements. Avoid damp areas
of any kind.
WARNING!
Direct or prolonged exposure to water or dampness could
cause the power chair to malfunction electronically and
mechanically. Water can cause electrical components
to corrode and the chair's frame to rust. Power chairs
should be examined periodically for signs of corrosion
caused by water exposure, bodily fluid exposure, or
incontinence. Damaged components should be replaced
or treated immediately.
Should your power chair come in contact with water:
1. Dry your power chair as thoroughly as possible with a
towel.
2. Allow your power chair to sit in a warm, dry place for 12
hours to allow unseen water to evaporate.
3. Check the joystick operation and the brakes before using
your power chair again.
4. If any inconsistencies are found, take your power
chair to a Quantum Rehab Provider. Power chairs that
are frequently exposed to sources of water, such as
incontinence, should be inspected often for corrosion
and electronic components may need to be replaced
frequently.

Temperature

„ Some of the parts of your power chair are susceptible
to extreme changes in temperature. Always keep your
power chair between the temperatures of 18°F (-8°C)
and 122°F (50°C).
In extremely cold temperatures the batteries may freeze.
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The specific temperature at which they freeze depends
on a number of factors, such as battery charge, usage,
and composition of the batteries (e.g., AGM or Gel-Cell).
General Guidelines
„ Avoid knocking or bumping the controller, especially the
joystick.
Avoid prolonged exposure of your power chair to extreme
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conditions, such as heat, cold, or moisture.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
„ Keep the controller clean.
Check all connectors to ensure that they are all tight and
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secured properly.
„ Make sure pneumatic tires are inflated to the psi/bar/kPa
air pressure rating indicated on the tire.
WARNING!
Make sure your tires are inflated to the psi/bar/kPa air
pressure rating indicated on the tire for pneumatic
tires. Do not under inflate or over inflate your tires. Low
pressure may result in loss of control, and overinflated
tires may burst. Overinflating tires can cause them to
explode.
Do not use a high pressure hose to inflate your tires.
Use a rubber conditioner on the tire sidewalls to help
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preserve them.
WARNING!
Never use a rubber conditioner on the tread area of the
tires; doing so may make the tires slippery and cause
your power chair to skid.
„ All wheel bearings are prelubricated and sealed. They
require no subsequent lubrication.
If your power chair has a body shroud with a glossy
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finish, the body shroud has been sprayed with a clear
sealant coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to
help it retain its high-gloss appearance. If your power
chair has a body shroud with a matte finish, use ONLY
products developed for matte-finish paint. Do not use
wax, detail spray, ArmorAll®, or any product made for
glossy paint.
WARNING!
Carefully choose the correct product to protect the
finish of your power chair's shroud(s). ONLY products
developed for matte-finish paint should be used on
shrouds with a matte finish. Failure to follow this warning
may result in damage to the shroud's matte paint finish.
Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight
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and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within the
battery tray, with the battery terminals facing rearward.
Refer to the battery wiring label for the correct wiring
layout.
WARNING!
Even though the power chair has passed the necessary
testing requirements for ingress of liquids, you should
keep electrical connections away from sources of
dampness, including direct exposure to water or bodily
fluids and incontinence. Check electrical components
frequently for signs of corrosion and replace as
necessary.
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