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Pride Mobility Quantum REHAB TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt Basic Operation Instructions

Pride Mobility Quantum REHAB TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt Basic Operation Instructions

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BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
TRU-Balance 2
Power Positioning
Systems
Includes: TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt, TRU-Balance 2 Power Recline,
TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt and Recline, and TRU-Balance 2 Power Lift
and Tilt
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ACN# 088 609 661

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  • Page 1 BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems ACN# 088 609 661 Includes: TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt, TRU-Balance 2 Power Recline, TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt and Recline, and TRU-Balance 2 Power Lift and Tilt...

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines

    The latest/ current version of this manual is available on our website. 088 609 661 Copyright © 2008 Pride Mobility Products Corporation INFMANU3700/Rev C/October 2008 TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S LABEL INFORMATION..............4 INTRODUCTION ................5 THE TRU-BALANCE 2 POWER POSITIONING SYSTEM ... 7 PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES ..........7 OPERATING THE TRU-BALANCE 2 POWER POSITIONING SYSTEM ..................13 ARMREST OPTIONS ..............

  • Page 4: Label Information

    L A B E L I N F O R M A T I O N PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the seating system to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Basic Operation Instructions INTRODUCTION WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products Cor- poration (Pride). The product you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that the design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect dur- ing your daily activities.
  • Page 6 Basic Operation Instructions Please feel free to contact us at the following address: Pride Mobility Products Corporation Attn: Customer Care Department 182 Susquehanna Avenue Exeter, PA 18643-2694 NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

  • Page 7: The Tru-Balance 2 Power Positioning System

    Basic Operation Instructions THE TRU-BALANCE 2 POWER POSITIONING SYSTEM The TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning System is a unique seating system designed spe- cifically for the Pride Power Chair. It is fully adjustable to meet the individual needs of the user, and it is mounted to a Pride power base to provide maximum maneuverability. Reusable hook and loop fasteners are included in your owner’s package for use in attaching the seat cushion to the seat base.
  • Page 8 Basic Operation Instructions WARNING! Your seating system is not approved for use as a seat in any vehicle. Use the seats and occupant restraints provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle. MANDATORY! Do not exceed the weight capacity listed in your power chair owner’s manual or 300 lbs.
  • Page 9 Basic Operation Instructions ARMRESTS MANUAL Available in four RECLINE BACK basic styles: (OPTIONAL) With this option, the seatback can be adjusted to recline to an angle between ATTENDANT CONTROL 90 and 180 . MODULE Allows an attendant to control the actuators. Any Flip-up action made through the (standard)
  • Page 10 Basic Operation Instructions ATTENDANT CONTROL MODULE Allows an attendant to SHEAR REDUCTION control the actuators. Any ARMRESTS action made through the Attendant Control Module Allow the armrests to be overrides the toggle actions flipped back or removed made by the user. whenever necessary.
  • Page 11 Basic Operation Instructions ARMRESTS Available in four basic styles: Flip-up Heavy Duty Drop-in Single Post Quick Two Post Height (standard) Height Adjustable Adjustable Flip-up Drop-in (available in adult or pediatric sizes) ATTENDANT CONTROL MODULE Allows an attendant to control the actuators. Any action made through the Attendant Control Module overrides the toggle...
  • Page 12 Basic Operation Instructions ATTENDANT CONTROL MODULE Allows an attendant to control the actuators. Any action made through the Attendant Control Module overrides the toggle actions made by the user. SHEAR REDUCTION REMOVABLE ARMRESTS Allow the armrests to be flipped back or removed whenever necessary.

  • Page 13: Operating The Tru-Balance 2 Power Positioning System

    Basic Operation Instructions OPERATING THE TRU-BALANCE 2 POWER POSITIONING SYSTEM The TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning System can be operated through a PG or Q-Logic controller, a specialty controller, or a toggle (see figure 9, 10, 11, 12, or 13). Your TRU-Balance Seating System provides up to 55° of tilt, can recline 95°-168°, and can tilt/recline up to 168°.
  • Page 14 Basic Operation Instructions Minimum Recline Angle Maximum Recline Angle Maximum Tilt Angle Safety Pressure Switches Maximum Combined Recline and Tilt Angle * The maximum tilt angle of certain configurations on a Quantum R-4000 is 45 . Figure 6. TRU-Balance 2 Power Tilt and Recline Range of Motion TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 15 Basic Operation Instructions Figure 7. TRU-Balance 2 Power Lift and Tilt Range of Motion www.quantumrehab.com TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems...
  • Page 16 Basic Operation Instructions Figure 8. TRU-Balance 2 Power Lift and Tilt with Optional Recline Range of Motion TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 17 Basic Operation Instructions NOTE: This manual will discuss toggle and joystick operations only. If your TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning System is equipped with a differ- ent operating device, please refer to the operation manual supplied with that device and/or your power chair owner’s manual. Toggle Operation Your TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning System may be equipped with either one of two 2-way toggles or one of three available 4-way toggles.
  • Page 18 Basic Operation Instructions 4-way Toggle Tilt Function 1. To tilt backward, pull the toggle switch backward. 2. To return to a sitting position, pull the toggle switch backward, release, then pull backward again. Recline Function 1. To recline backward, pull the toggle switch backward.
  • Page 19 Basic Operation Instructions 4-way Button Toggle Tilt Function 1. To tilt backward, pull the toggle button backward. 2. To return to a sitting position, pull the toggle button backward, release, then pull backward again. Recline Function Figure 12. 4-way Button Toggle 1.
  • Page 20 Basic Operation Instructions Quad Push-Button Control Toggle Tilt Function 1. To tilt backward, push the first button. 2. To return to a sitting position, push the button again. Recline Function 1. To recline backward, push the second button. 2. To return to a sitting position, push the button again.
  • Page 21 Basic Operation Instructions Remote Plus Joystick Operation 1. Press the On/Off Key to power on the chair and the controller. 2. Press the Mode Key twice to select actuator adjustment mode. 3. Push the joystick to the right to cycle through the available actuators until the desired actuator is illuminated on the actuator indicator.
  • Page 22 Basic Operation Instructions Q-Logic Operation 1. Push the On/Off and Mode Select Lever up once to power on the chair and the controller. 2. Push the On/Off and Mode Select Lever up several times until the seat screen is displayed on the LCD or push the key 2 select button once to go directly to actuator mode.
  • Page 23 Basic Operation Instructions Attendant Control Module Operation Your seating system may be equipped with one of two available Attendant Control Modules (see figures 16 and 17). The actuators can be adjusted either by the user through the controller or the toggle, or by an attendant through the Attendant Control Module.
  • Page 24 Basic Operation Instructions Recline Function 1. Press the power key to power on the module. 2. Press Select until the actuator on the back is illuminated on the actuator indicator on the module. Use the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the angle of recline.
  • Page 25 Basic Operation Instructions Actuator Indicator (Seatback) (Seat) (Left Leg) (Right Leg) Mode Key Power Key Joystick Figure 17. Q-Logic Attendant Control Module NOTE: Your TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning System may be equipped with some or all of these functions. Q-Logic Attendant Control Module To adjust any of the actuators, press the mode key twice and then push the joystick to the right to cycle until the desired actuator is illuminated on the actuator indicator (see figure 17).
  • Page 26 Basic Operation Instructions Recline Function 1. Press the power key to power on the module. 2. Press the mode key twice and then push the joystick to the right until the actuator in the back is illuminated on the actuator indicator on the module.

  • Page 27: Armrest Options

    Basic Operation Instructions ARMREST OPTIONS The following sections will describe armrest options and the comfort adjustments that can be made to them. Not all armrest options are available on all TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systesm. Refer to figures 1, 2, 3, and 4 for armrest availability. You may need the following to make comfort adjustments: standard hex key set standard open-ended wrench...
  • Page 28 Basic Operation Instructions 3. Loosen or tighten the button head screw located on the armrest angle support bracket. Loosening the button head screw will increase the armrest angle; tightening the button head screw will decrease the armrest angle. See figure 19. 4.

  • Page 29: Heavy Duty Drop-In

    Basic Operation Instructions Heavy Duty Drop-In Armrests The Heavy Duty Drop-In Armrests are attached to the seat with an armrest locking mechanism that is fastened to the side rails of the seating system. These armrests can be removed for easy transfer onto and off of the power chair.
  • Page 30 Basic Operation Instructions To adjust the armrest height: 1. Rotate the armrest lock lever rearward remove armrest from the armrest lock. See figure 22. 2. Remove the two (2) button head cap screws from the side of the armrest. 3. Slide the armrest up or down the detent bar to the desired height.

  • Page 31: Single Post Quick Height Adjustable Drop-In

    Basic Operation Instructions Single Post Quick Height Adjustable Drop-In Armrests The Single Post Quick Height Adjustable Drop-In Armrests are removable like the Heavy Duty Drop-In Armrests and are available in both adult and pediatric sizes. To remove the armrest assembly: 1.
  • Page 32 Basic Operation Instructions To adjust the bottom height: 1. Remove the two button head screws from the detent bar. See figure 25. 2. Slide the armrest up or down. 3. Line up the holes in the armrest. 4. Reinstall the two button head screws into the detent bar. 5.
  • Page 33 Basic Operation Instructions Like the adult size Single Post Quick Height Adjustable Armrest, the pedi- atric size armrest is designed to be adjusted and removed easily. The total height adjustment range is 3 in. (7.62 cm) in 3/8-in. (0.95 cm) increments. This range is measured from the top of the seat pan to the top of the armrest pad.

  • Page 34: Two Post Height Adjustable Flip-Up

    Basic Operation Instructions Two Post Height Adjustable Flip-Up Armrests The height adjustment range for the Two Post Height Adjustable Flip-Up Armrest is 4 in. (10.16 cm) in 1-in. (2.54 cm) increments. The total height adjustment range is 10-14 in. (25.4-35.56 cm). This range is measured from the top of the seat rail to the top of the arm pad.
  • Page 35 Basic Operation Instructions To adjust the armrest height: 1. Push the spring-loaded lever inward. See figure 29. 2. Move the armrest up or down to the desired height. 3. Rotate the spring-loaded lever outward and lock the armrest in place. If necessary, move the armrest up or down to ensure that the armrest is secure.

  • Page 36: Shear Reduction

    Basic Operation Instructions Shear Reduction Armrests Shear reduction armrests can only be adjusted by your Quantum Rehab Pro- vider. However, you can remove the armrests if necessary. To remove the armrests: 1. Pull the armrest lock lever on the seat base toward you. See figure 30. 2.

  • Page 37: Controller Position

    Basic Operation Instructions CONTROLLER POSITION You can position the controller for either left-hand or right-hand use. You can also adjust the extension of the controller from the armrest. WARNING! Do not place the controller cable so that it can be pinched in the seat frame or the power base frame. To change the controller position: 1.

  • Page 38: Power Seat Elevator Option

    Basic Operation Instructions POWER SEAT ELEVATOR OPTION The power seat elevator provides lift of up to 7 in. (17.78 cm) from the power base using a single post plate and actuator. See figure 34. The max- imum weight capacity of the power seat elevator is 300 lbs. (136 kg) and is available on some models.

  • Page 39: Manual Recline Option (Tru-Balance 2 Power Tilt Only)

    Basic Operation Instructions MANUAL RECLINE OPTION (TRU-BALANCE 2 POWER TILT ONLY) If your TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning System includes Pride’s Manual Recline Option, you can adjust the seatback to angles ranging from the min- imum recline position (90° from the seat base) to the maximum recline posi- tion (180°...

  • Page 40: Care And Maintenance

    Basic Operation Instructions Figure 36. Manual Recline Angle Adjustment CARE AND MAINTENANCE Make sure all hardware is secured properly, but do not overtighten any hardware. To clean the seating system, wipe it with a cloth dampened with mild soap and water. Thoroughly dry the unit before using. PROHIBITED! Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible.

  • Page 41: Two-Year Limited Warranty

    Basic Operation Instructions Two-Year Limited Warranty For two (2) years 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 authorized representative of Pride to be defective in material and/or workmanship: Electronics Eighteen-Month Warranty...
  • Page 42 This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Please fill out and return the product registration card to Pride Mobility Products Corporation. This will aid Pride in providing the best possible technical and customer service.
  • Page 43 N O T E S www.quantumrehab.com TRU-Balance 2 Power Positioning Systems...
  • Page 44 St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7 Canada Pride Mobility Products Ltd. 32 Wedgwood Road Bicester, Oxon OX26 4UL Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. 21 Healey Road Dandenong, 3175 Victoria, Australia Pride Mobility Products Italia S.r.l. Via del Progresso - ang. Via del Lavoro Loc.

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