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  • Page 1 Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road ! Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA ! www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 2 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. Copyright © 2005 Pride Mobility Products Ltd. INFMANU2320/RevC/Novemebr 2005 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    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 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. Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 6 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 lead to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • 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 Vibe...
  • Page 9 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 store your power chair in a dry and clean condition. Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 10 WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed rearward down any step, kerb or other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury. KERB KERB Figure 2. Correct Kerb Approach Figure 2a. Incorrect Kerb Approach www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 11 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. WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair, make sure it is fastened securely.
  • Page 12 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. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 13 Battery Disposal and Recycling If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for instructions on disposal. Your Quantum Rehab Specialist will also have the necessary information on battery recycling, which is our recommended course of action.
  • Page 14 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. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist to report the incident. www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 15: Your Power Chair

    The power base assembly includes two motor/brake assemblies, two drive wheels, two anti-tip wheels, two castor wheels, two batteries and wiring harnesses. SEATBACK JOYSTICK ARMREST SEAT ASSEMBLY CONTROLLER SEAT BASE POWER BASE ASSEMBLY FOOT RIGGING DRIVE WHEEL CASTOR WHEEL Figure 4. The Vibe Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 16 Class of Use Maximum Safe Slope 10.5% (6°) Maximum Climbing Ability 10.5% (6°) Maximum Obstacle Climbing Ability 10 cm (4 in.) *Depending on user weight, battery amp hour rating (AH) and terrain. **AGM or Gel-Cell type recommended. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 17 FRONT SHROUD Figure 5. The Vibe Power Base BATTERY DOOR LATCH ANTI-TIP WHEEL CONTROLLER CONNECTOR BATTERY DOOR LATCH ANTI-TIP WHEEL BATTERY DOOR MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER Figure 6. The Vibe Power Base (Rear View - Battery Door Down) Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 18 If the main circuit breaker continues to trip repeatedly, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Controller Connector: This is where the controller connects to the power base. The VSI controller uses a large 9-pin connector.
  • Page 19 KERB CLIMBER scrape the ground. Figure 9. Vibe with Kerb Climber NOTE: For more information regarding the kerb climber feature, please contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Quantum Vibe...

  • Page 20: Comfort Adjustments

    If your power chair is equipped with power seating options, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. WARNING! If your power chair was configured at your Quantum Rehab Specialist, please consult your healthcare professional before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment.
  • Page 21 14. 2. Raise or lower the armrest. 3. Align the adjustment holes in the lower armrest with the top hole in the upper armrest. 4. Reinstall the screw to secure the armrest. Figure 14. Armrest Height Adjustment Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 22 11. Use wire ties to secure the controller cable and the manual recline lever cable to the armrests. 12. Plug in the controller and the charger inhibit connectors to the back of the power base and close the battery door. CONTROLLER BRACKET BUTTON HEAD SCREWS FIGURE 8 CLAMP ASSEMBLY Figure 15. Controller Position www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 23 See figure 17. 2. Slide the footrest extension up or down to the desired length. 3. Align the adjustment holes and reinstall the adjustment screws to secure the footrest extensions. FOOTREST ADJUSTMENT SCREWS Figure 17. Swing-Away Footrests Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 24 2. Tilt the foot plate to the desired position. 3. Tighten the hardware. To change the 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 18. Multi-Axis Foot Plates www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 25 ! ! ! ! ! When accelerating, your power chair tips rearward excessively. ! ! ! ! ! The anti-tip wheels constantly rub the ground. WARNING! Consult your Quantum Rehab Specialist before attempting to change the anti-tip wheel height! Changing the anti-tip wheel height affects handling under deceleration! WARNING! The higher you raise the anti-tip wheels, the more you increase your power chair’s...
  • Page 26 For all the benefits your cantilever seat can provide you, there are limitations. WARNING! Read and understand this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the power chair. WARNING! Maintain recommended tyre pressure in the drive wheels and the castor wheels to ensure stability. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 27 Cantilever Seat Operation You can control the cantilever seat through either a toggle switch mounted to the armrest or through your joystick/controller. For information on how to raise and lower your cantilever seat through your controller, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist.

  • Page 28: Positioning Belt

    4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other side. NOTE: If your power chair is equipped with an optional seating system, please refer to the user manual provided with the seat for instruction on positioning belt installation, or contact your Quantum Rehab Spe- cialist.

  • Page 29: Batteries And Charging

    When the battery is fully charged, the amperage from the charger is nearly at zero. This is how the charger maintains a charge but does not overcharge the battery. For more information, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the charger. Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 30 (e.g., an automotive battery charger). NOTE: The 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 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. Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 32: Operation

    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. Keypad The keypad is located in front of the joystick. It contains keys necessary to operate your power chair. See figure 23. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 33 Press the speed/profile increase key to increase the speed or change the profile. Press the speed/profile decrease key to decrease the speed or change the profile. The speed/profile setting 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 34 The off-board charger connects to the VSI through the 3-pin socket located on the front of the controller. See figure 22. The off-board charger current should not exceed 12 amps. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for more information. WARNING! Only chargers with Neutrik NC3MX plugs should be connected to the off-board charger/ programming socket.
  • Page 35 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. The right motor has a bad connection. Check the right motor connection.
  • Page 36 Press once to turn on and press again to turn off. You can also turn off the selected indicator by pressing the opposite indicator key or the hazard key. *For optional equipment on some models Figure 25. Remote Plus Keypad www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 37 5. The settings are indicated by the number of lights that are lit on the speed setting indicator. NOTE: The speed settings are preset at the factory. If your Quantum Rehab Specialist changes the order of these settings, please make note of these changes. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for more information.
  • Page 38 Off-board Charger/Programming Socket The off-board charger connects to the Remote Plus through the 3-pin socket located on the front of the controller. See figure 24. The off-board charger current should not exceed 12 amps. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for more information.
  • Page 39 If any of the meter lights are flashing rapidly, the controller may be indicating a fault. For instance, if the first light is flashing rapidly, the battery voltage is nearly depleted. The following is a list of the possible errors signified by the rapidly flashing meter. When you get a trouble code, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Flashing Lights...

  • Page 40: Care And Maintenance

    If you have any doubt as to your power chair’s care or operation, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Exposure to Water/Dampness Your power chair, like most electrical equipment, is susceptible to damage from the elements.
  • Page 41 ! ! ! ! ! Keep your power chair clean and free of foreign material, such as mud, dirt, hair, food, drink, etc. Yearly Checks Take your power chair to a Quantum Rehab Specialist for yearly maintenance. This helps ensure that your power chair is functioning properly and helps prevent future complications.
  • Page 42 Seek assistance from an attendant before lifting frame components, or schedule repair at an authorised Quantum Rehab service facility. 3. If you are changing a pneumatic tyre, completely deflate it before removing the wheel.

  • Page 43: Battery Replacement

    9. Place the batteries back into the power base. 10. Connect the battery quick disconnects according to the battery wiring diagram label located on the frame. 11. Reinstall or rotate the leg rests back to position. 12. Reconnect the battery door straps. Quantum Vibe www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 44: Corrective Maintenance

    Figure 27. Battery Wiring Diagram Figure 28. Battery and Harness 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 trouble code if available.

  • Page 45: Warranty

    Warranty will also be refused if damage is deemed to have been caused through misuse or accident for which Pride Mobility Products Ltd. cannot be deemed responsible. NOTE: Pride Mobility Products Ltd. provides parts only under warranty. Your Quantum Rehab Specialist is responsible for labour and service. Please contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for information about these services and for any applicable charges.
  • Page 46 N O T E S www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Vibe...
  • Page 47 Thank you for making the Quantum Vibe your choice in power chairs. Quality Control - Quantum Vibe We have thoroughly inspected your Quantum Vibe. The following Controller check marks indicate that it Controller Serial # has been tested, driven, and inspected.

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