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  • Page 1 Dynamo 1-800-800-8586 (Exeter, PA) • 1-888-570-1113 (St. Catharines, ON) • 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 Pride Mobility Products Corp. INFMANU1715/Rev H/June 05 www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Attention parents, guardians, and power chair attendants: Please read this manual in its entirety before allowing a minor to operate the Quantum Dynamo. Give close attention to all safety guidelines, warnings, and cautions contained in this manual. Neither this manual nor this power chair is intended for use by...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    I N T R O D U C T I O N SAFETY WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities.
  • Page 5 These message boards invite you to communicate with other Pride customers as well as Pride represen- tatives who are available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. My Quantum Rehab Specialist: Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________ Address:___________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number:______________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Date:_______________________________________________________________________________ Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 6 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 – – – – – Do not remove anti-tip wheels. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 7 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 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 cord to the AC/DC converter or the battery charger. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 8: Safety

    ! Check all controller connections to the electronics tray. Make sure they are secured properly. ! Check the brakes. See VIII. “Care and Maintenance.” ! Check battery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.” NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for assistance. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...

  • Page 9: Your Power Chair

    If your power chair starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the joystick, then push the joystick forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 10 (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair from tipping. WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 11 WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed backward down any step, curb, or other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury. Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Curb Approach Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 12 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. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 13 WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is your power chair suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 14 Removable Parts WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts. Personal injury and/or damage to the power chair may result. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 15 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. Call Pride at 800-424- 8205 to report the incident. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 16 See figures 5, 6, and 7. SEATBACK ARMREST SEAT ASSEMBLY ARMREST JOYSTICK/CONTROLLER SEAT BASE FOOT RIGGING (FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN) POWER BASE ASSEMBLY CASTER WHEEL BODY SHROUD DRIVE WHEEL ANTI-TIP WHEELS Figure 5. The Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 17 Front battery box: 1.5 lbs. Rear battery box: 1.5 lbs. Battery well frame: 13 lbs. Total power base weight (without batteries): 82 lbs. Synergy Seat: 44 lbs. Batteries: 24.5 lbs. each * Depending on user weight and terrain. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 18 ! Motor Connectors: These provide a connection between the motors and the electronics tray. Anti-Tip Wheels The power chair’s mid-wheel drive design provides superior performance and safety. The anti-tip wheels are an integral part of this design because they provide you with stability during deceleration. See figure 5. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 19 (VSI SHOWN) CHARGER POWER CORD RECEPTACLE Figure 6. Power Base Rear View - Electronics Tray REAR BATTERY BOX BATTERY CONNECTORS (QUICK-CONNECTORS) MOTOR CONNECTOR FRONT BATTERY BOX SEAT MOUNT CONNECTORS MOTOR CONNECTOR Figure 7. Power Base Top View Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 20 WARNING! It is important to remember that when your power chair is in freewheel mode, the braking system is disengaged. DRIVE MOTOR ENGAGED DRIVE MOTOR DISENGAGED MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS Figure 8. Manual Freewheel Levers www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...

  • Page 21: Disassembly And Assembly

    RIGHT POWER BASE FOOT PLATFORM FRAME ASSEMBLY Figure 9. Quantum Dynamo Component Assemblies To disconnect the controller harness: Disconnect the controller harness from its connector on the electronics tray. See figure 6. You may need to pull firmly and gently wiggle the harness to remove it from the connector.
  • Page 22 2. Press the chrome latch release lever toward the center of the frame and hold it. 3. Push the frame assembly outward and pull up on the front frame until the latching mechanism releases. Figure 12. Removing Battery Boxes www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 23 3. Fit the notch on either side of the rear of the battery well frame onto the locating pin on each power base frame assembly. 4. Make certain that the locking mechanisms snap securely into place. Figure 14. Fitting the Frames Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 24 Reconnect the controller harness to its connector on the elec- tronics tray. See figure 6. WARNING! Do not place the controller harness so that it can be pinched in the seat frame or the power base frame. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...

  • Page 25: Comfort Adjustments

    You can change the seat angle by raising or lowering one set of seat posts (front or rear). Seatback Angle Adjustment The seatback can be adjusted to various angles for user comfort. See figure 18. Figure 18. Seatback Angle Adjustment Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 26 LEG REST ADJUSTMENT SCREWS Heavy Duty Drop-in Leg Rests You can adjust the forward/back position, as well as the length of the heavy duty drop-in leg rests. See figure 21. Figure 21. Heavy Duty Drop-In Leg Rests www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 27 2. Tilt the foot plate to the desired position. 3. Tighten the hardware. To change foot plate angle (D): 1. Turn the setscrew clockwise to decrease the angle. 2. Turn the setscrew counterclockwise to increase the angle. SETSCREW LOCATION Figure 22. Multi-Axis Foot Plate Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 28 8. Tighten the setscrew(s) to secure the controller. 9. Use a wire tie to secure the controller harness to the armrest. 10. Plug the controller connector(s) into the power base. SETSCREWS Figure 25. Mounting Block Controller Installation www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...

  • Page 29: Batteries And Charging

    The green light indicates that the batteries are fully charged. If it is not a Pride off-board charger, then follow the instructions that came with it. 5. When the batteries are fully charged, unplug the off-board charger from the wall outlet and from the controller. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 30 If you use your power chair infrequently (once a week or less), you should charge the batteries at least once per week for 12 to 14 hours. NOTE: Keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging your batteries. Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 31 A fully charged deep-cycle battery will provide reliable performance and extended battery life. Keep your power chair’s batteries fully charged whenever possible. Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged, infrequently charged, or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged, causing unreliable power chair operation and limited battery life. Quantum Dynamo 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 Dynamo...

  • Page 33: 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 27. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 34 Actuator keys and actuator lights are used for optional equipment such as power elevating seats or power elevating leg rests. For specific operation of the actuator keys and actuator lights, contact Figure 27. VSI Controller Keypad your Quantum Rehab Specialist. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 35 The charger inhibit connector is coded with colored dots. The dots are positioned so that you align the flat side of the male connector with the flat side of the female connector before making the connection. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 36 The parking brakes have a bad connection. Check the parking brake and motor con- nections. Make sure the controller connections are secure. An excessive voltage has been applied to the controller. This is usually caused by a poor battery connection. Check the battery connections. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 37 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. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 38 Light Key The light key turns headlights/taillights on and off independent of other indicators. Hazard Key The hazard key activates both indicators at the same time. You can only cancel this by pressing the hazard key again. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 39 The battery condition meter lights on the keypad indicate sleep mode by blinking once every five seconds. To restore power and continue, push the on/off key twice. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 40 Unplug charger. Check connections. Right Motor Wiring Fault Check right motor wiring. Right Motor Disconnected Check right motor wiring. Left Motor Wiring Fault Check left motor wiring. Left Motor Disconnected Check left motor wiring. Low Battery Voltage Check batteries/battery wiring. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 41 If this has happened and all the segments on the battery condition meter are flashing, you may have set a fault code. See “Dynamic DX Error Codes.” Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 42 If the battery has at least 85% of its rated capacity, all of the lights will be on. As the battery voltage drops, the number of lights reduces from right to left. When the battery capacity drops to 10% or below, all of the lights will flash once every second. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 43 NOTE: The socket may also be used for reprogramming the Europa. Contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist for more information. NOTE: Changes to the programming can only be made by the manufacturer, an authorized representative of the manufacturer, or a Quantum Rehab Specialist. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 44 The controller must be turned off and then on again even if the source of the error is removed. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 45 Unless the joystick is damaged, this action should stop your power chair. Figure 32. Microdrive Controller with Joystick Interface Module Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 46 The joystick interface module consists of: 1. external switch jacks 2. horn toggle 3. speed toggle 4. mode toggle 5. power toggle 6. redel connector port 7. off-board charger/programming socket Figure 33. Microdrive Display Pad 8. speed adjustment dial www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 47 1. Use the on/off switch to power on the chair and the controller. 2. Press the mode button. 3. Move the joystick left or right to select the desired drive profile. Each of the LEDs indicate a separate profile. NOTE: The system can be programmed with 5 different profiles. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 48 Unplug charger. Check connections. Right Motor Wiring Fault Check right motor wiring. Right Motor Disconnected Check right motor wiring. Left Motor Wiring Fault Check left motor wiring. Left Motor Disconnected Check left motor wiring. Low Battery Voltage Check batteries/battery wiring. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...

  • Page 49: Care And Maintenance

    M A I N T E N A N C E CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Quantum Dynamo 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 Specialist. Preventive maintenance is very important.
  • Page 50 ! Check the caster forks for damage or fluttering which indicates that they may need to be adjusted or have the bearings replaced. See your Quantum Rehab Specialist for repair. ! Keep your power chair clean and free of foreign material, such as mud, dirt, hair, food, drink, etc. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 51 10. Reinstall the drive wheel nut onto the wheel hub and tighten. RIM HALF 11. Inflate the pneumatic tire to 35 psi (2.4 bar). 12. Remove the power chair from the blocks. NUTS DRIVE WHEEL NUT Figure 35. Wheel Assembly Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...
  • Page 52 ! Cracked or broken connectors ! Uneven wear on any of the tires ! Jerky motion ! Pulling to one side ! Bent or broken wheel assemblies ! Does not power up ! Powers up, but does not move www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 53 Disconnect both batteries before load testing and follow the directions that come with the load tester. If either one of the batteries fails the load test, replace both of them. If your power chair still does not power up, contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist. Quantum Dynamo www.quantumrehab.com...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    Pride to be defective in material and/or workmanship: ! Bearings and bushings ! Plastic components, except body The battery is covered by a separate six-month warranty, provided by the battery manufacturer. The batteries are not warranted by Pride. www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 55 ! Circumstances beyond the control of Pride ! Labor, service calls, shipping, and other charges incurred for repair of the product, unless specifically authorized, IN ADVANCE, by Pride Mobility Products Corporation ! Repairs and/or modifications made to any part without specific consent from Pride...
  • Page 56 N O T E S www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
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  • Page 58 N O T E S www.quantumrehab.com Quantum Dynamo...
  • Page 59 Dynamo Thank you for making the Quantum Dynamo your choice in power Quality Control - Quantum Dynamo chairs. Model #______________ We have thoroughly Serial #______________ inspected your Quantum Dynamo. The following checkmarks indicate that it has been test Controller driven and inspected.

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