General Guidelines - Pride Quantum 6000Z Series Owner's Manual

GENERAL GUIDELINES

MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the fi rst 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 provides an
extensive variety of products to best fi t the individual needs of the power chair user. Please be aware that the fi nal
selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair
user, who is capable of making such a decision, and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical
therapist, etc.).
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fi tted the power
chair to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the Quantum Rehab Provider in
the instruction process for the use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the power chair user will need to practice
operating the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defi ned as a family
member or care professional specially trained in assisting a power chair user in various daily living activities.
As you begin using your power chair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you
will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confi dent control as you maneuver
through doorways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to
operating your power chair safely.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Get to know the feel of your power chair and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check
before each use to make sure your power chair operates smoothly and safely.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your power chair:
■ Check for proper tire infl ation. Maintain but do not exceed the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on
each tire if equipped with pneumatic tires.
■ Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
■ Check all controller connections to the power base. Make sure they are secured properly.
■ Check the brakes. See VII. "Care and Maintenance."
■ Check battery charge. See VI. "Batteries and Charging."
■ Ensure the manual freewheel levers are in drive mode before sitting on the power chair.
NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for assistance.
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