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21 Healey Road • Dandenong, 3175 • Victoria, Australia • ACN# 088 609 661 • www.quantumrehab.com

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  • Page 1 21 Healey Road • Dandenong, 3175 • Victoria, Australia • ACN# 088 609 661 • www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 2 Performing a prohibited action can cause injury to personnel and/ or damage to equipment (black symbol with red circle and red slash). Copyright © 2005 This product is manufactured by: Pride Mobility Products Corp. 182 Susquehanna Avenue Exeter, PA 18643 INFMANU3079/RevA/September05 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 3 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. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 4 We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new power chair, 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, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your power chair.
  • Page 5 T T T T T = Terminal Post Connect Red wire to T T T T T with + + + + + Connect Black wire to T T T T T with – – – – – Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 6 Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger. EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 7 Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mobility and utility. A wide range of accessories is available from your Quantum Rehab Specialist to further customise your power chair to better suit your needs and/or preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function of your power chair.
  • Page 8 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 rearwards. This may result in personal injury. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 9 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. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 10 Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use a 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. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 11 If you will be traveling with your power chair, you may find it necessary to use a lift/elevation product to aid in transporta- tion. Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions, specifications, and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift/elevation product before using that product. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 12 Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair. Positioning Belts Your Quantum Rehab Specialist, therapist(s), and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your requirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your power chair safely.
  • Page 13 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. Cantact your Quantum Rehab Specialist to report the incident.
  • Page 14 THE QUANTUM 610 The Quantum 610 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 assembly includes two motor/brake assem- blies, two drive wheels, four caster wheels, two batteries, and wiring harnesses.
  • Page 15 I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R QUANTUM 610 SPECIFICATIONS Suspension: Active-Trac Extreme (ATX) Drive Wheels: 25.4 cm , pneumatic (solid are optional) Front Caster Wheels: 12.7 cm, solid Rear Caster Wheels: 15.25 cm, solid...
  • Page 16 TRAPEZE BARS FRONT COVER MOTOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY Figure 6. The Quantum 610 Power Base ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS The electrical components are located inside the power base. The main circuit breaker is located on the front of the battery tray. The controller connectors are located inside the power base. See figure 7.
  • Page 17 I I I . Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R BATTERY CONNECTORS MOTOR CONNECTORS MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER Figure 7. Quantum 610 Electrical Components Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 18 C H A I R MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS The Quantum 610 has a manual freewheel lever on each motor. Manual freewheel levers enable you to disengage the drive motors from the gearboxes and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! Do not use the power chair while the drive motors are disengaged! Do not disengage...

  • Page 19: Initial Assembly

    ARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT SEAT INSTALLATION ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT SEAT HEIGHT/ANGLE ADJUSTMENT CONTROLLER POSITION FOOT PLATFORM TYRE/TUBE REPLACEMENT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT FOOT PLATFORM HEIGHT/ DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Figure 10. Quantum 610 Assembly View Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 20: Seat Installation

    7. Reinstall the rear shroud. Turn the rear shroud fasteners clockwise one-quarter turn. See figure 6. 8. Route the controller cable so that it cannot be pinched in the seat hinge. 9. Secure the controller cable to the armrest receiver with wire ties. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 21 To install the power seat: Align the seat plate interface bracket onto the actuator. Seefigure 12. 2. Insert screws into the actuator and tighten. 3. Place seating system onto the seat plate and secure. Figure 12. Power Seat Actuator Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 22: Comfort Adjustments

    WARNING! If your power chair was configured by your Quantum Rehab Specialist, please consult your healthcare professional before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment.
  • Page 23 The lever is located on the right side of the seat base. Figure 16. Seatback Angle Adjustment To adjust the recline angle: 1. Pull up on the seatback release lever. 2. Lean forward or rearwards to the desired position. 3. Release the lever. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 24 The quick release fastener has two states: clamped and unclamped. When the lever is open, the quick release fastener is unclamped. When the lever is closed, the quick release fastener is clamped. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 25 9. Use a wire tie to secure the controller cable to the armrest. 10. Plug the controller connector(s) into the power base. Figure 21. Mounting Block Controller Installation 11. Reinstall the rear shroud and tighten the fasteners. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 26 2. Move the leg rest hanger in or out to the desired position. 3. Align the adjustment holes in the leg rest hanger with those in the side rail. 4. Reinstall the adjustment bolts to secure the leg rest hangers. Figure 24. Heavy Duty Drop-In Leg Rests www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 27 3. Tighten the hardware. To change foot plate angle (D): 1. Turn the setscrew clockwise to decrease the angle. 2. Turn the setscrew anticlockwise to increase the angle SETSCREW LOCATION Figure 25. Multi-Axis Foot Plate (ELR Shown) Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 28 NOTE: For more information on operating the power el- evating seat through the controller, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. WARNING! The power elevating seat option is Figure 26. Power Seat Toggle Switch intended for use on a level surface only.

  • Page 29: Batteries And Charging

    BATTERIES AND CHARGING The Quantum 610 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 (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge.
  • Page 30 (e.g., an automotive battery charger). NOTE: Your power chair’s charger will not operate after the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage. If this happens, call your Quantum Rehab Specialist for assistance. How often must I charge the batteries? Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries.
  • Page 31 Avoid temperature extremes, such as freezing and excessively hot conditions, and never attempt to charge a frozen battery. A cold or frozen battery should be warmed for several days prior to recharging. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 32 What about shipping? If you wish to use a freight company to ship your power chair to your final destination, repack your power chair in the original shipping container and ship the batteries in separate boxes. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 33 Figure 27. VSI Controller (Optional 6-Key Shown) WARNING! If your power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner, im- mediately release the joystick. Unless the joystick is damaged, this action should stop your power chair. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 34 The speed setting or drive profile is displayed on the maximum speed/profile indicator. If your power chair was programmed with a drive profile, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for more information.
  • Page 35 4. Release the joystick. There should be a long beep. 5. The VSI is now unlocked. NOTE: If the above procedure fails to either lock or unlock the VSI, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Off-board Charger/Programming Socket The off-board charger/programming socket is located on the front of the VSI. If you use an off-board charger, the charger current should not exceed 8 amps.
  • Page 36 If the connections are good, try charging the batteries. The left motor has a bad connection. Check the left motor connection. The left motor has a short circuit to a battery connection. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist.
  • Page 37 Keypad The keypad is located in front of the joystick. It contains keys necessary to operate your power chair. See figure 30. Figure 29. FLIGHT Controller Horn Key The horn key activates the horn. Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 38 1. While the FLIGHT is locked, press the on/off key to turn on the FLIGHT. All LEDs will flash briefly. The LEDs will then slowly ripple from right to left. 2. Press the horn key twice before the LED ripple has completed, approximately 10 seconds. The FLIGHT is now unlocked. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 39 You may use an off-board charger to charge the power chair batteries through the 3-pin socket located on the front of the FLIGHT. If you use an off-board charger, the charger current should not exceed 8 amps. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for more information.
  • Page 40 WARNING! Unless faced with an emergency situation, do not use the on/off key to stop the chair. This will cause the power chair to stop abruptly. WARNING! Always turn the power off when you are stationary to prevent unexpected movement. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 41 “ripple up and down of lights,” turn off the controller and allow the joystick to return to the neutral position. Then turn on the controller. NOTE: If you still get “ripple up and down of lights,” contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Quantum 610...
  • Page 42 Power Accessories (Optional) If your power chair is equipped with power accessories such as power elevating leg rests, you can operate them through the keypad. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for information on how to operate these accessories. Off-board Charger/Programming Socket The off-board charger/programming socket is located on the front of the Remote Plus.
  • Page 43 Error codes are displayed as a number of flashing lights. For instance, if the first light is flashing rapidly, the battery voltage is nearly depleted. The table below identifies the individual error codes, probable causes, and possible solutions. If you get one of these error codes, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. FLASHING LIGHTS DIAGNOSIS AND SOLUTION The batteries need charging or there is a bad connection to the batteries.
  • Page 44 WARNING! If your power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner, immediately release the joystick. Unless the joystick is damaged, this action should stop your power chair. Figure 33. Microdrive Controller with Joystick Interface Module www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 45 “ripple up and down of lights,” turn off the controller, allow the joystick to return to the neutral position, then turn on the controller. NOTE: If you still get “ripple up and down of lights,” contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. NOTE: When the batteries approach a discharged state, the first red light will begin to slowly flash, reminding you the...
  • Page 46 Error codes are displayed as a number of flashing lights. For instance, if the first light is flashing rapidly, the battery voltage is nearly depleted. The following table identifies the individual error codes, probable causes, and possible solutions. If you get one of these error codes, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 47 SOLUTION High Battery Voltage Check batteries. Solenoid Brake Fault Check motor/brake wiring. Possible Controller Fault See Quantum Rehab Specialist. Possible Joystick Fault See Quantum Rehab Specialist. Inhibit Active Unplug charger. Check connections. Right Motor Wiring Fault Check right motor wiring.

  • Page 48: Care And Maintenance

    M A I N T E N A N C E CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Quantum 610 is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorised vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Preventive mainte- nance is very important.
  • Page 49 ! Ensure that all parts of the controller system are securely fastened to your power chair. Do not overtighten any screws. ! Check for proper tyre inflation. There should be 35 psi (2.4 bar) in each tyre. If a tyre does not hold air, see a Quantum Rehab Specialist for replacement of the tube.
  • Page 50 NUTS 10. Reinstall the drive wheel nut onto the wheel hub and tighten. 11. Inflate the pneumatic tyre to 35 psi (2.4 bar). Figure 35. Quantum 610 Drive Wheel 12. Remove the power chair from the blocks. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 51 14. Slide the battery tray back into the power base. 15. Connect the battery harness to the rear battery. 16. Reinstall the front cover. 17. Reinstall the rear shroud and tighten the fasteners. 18. Charge the batteries. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.” Quantum 610 www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 52 V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E REAR SHROUD FASTENERS BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM LABEL REAR SHROUD FRONT BATTERY REAR BATTERY Figure 36. Battery Installation www.quantumrehab.com Quantum 610...
  • Page 53 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 number, serial number, nature of the problem, and the error code if available.
  • Page 54 ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Quantum Power Chair is fully guaranteed for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase against faults arising due to defects in manufacture or materials. This warranty does not detract from, but is in addition to your legal rights.
  • Page 55 Thank you for making the Quantum 610 your choice in power chairs. We have Quality Control- Model 1400 Quality Control - Quantum 610 thoroughly inspected your Quantum 610. The following check marks indicate Controller that it has been tested, driven, and Serial # inspected.

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