Pride ATHENA Owner's Manual page 30

V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
All wheel bearings are prelubricated and sealed. They require no subsequent lubrication.
The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help
it retain its high-gloss appearance.
Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within
battery boxes, with the battery terminals facing the top of the battery box. Refer to the battery wiring label for
the correct wiring layout.
Daily Checks
With the controller turned off, check the joystick. Make sure it is not bent or damaged and that it returns to the
neutral position when you release it. Check the rubber boot around the base of the joystick for damage. Visu-
ally inspect the boot. Do not handle or try to repair it. See your Quantum Rehab Dealer if there is a problem.
Visually inspect the controller harness. Make sure that it is not frayed, cut or has any wires exposed. See your
Quantum Rehab Dealer if there is a problem.
Check for flat spots on solid tyres. Flat spots could adversely affect stability.
Inspect the armrests for loose hardware, stress points or damage. See your Quantum Rehab Dealer if there is
a problem.
Weekly Checks
Disconnect and inspect the controller from the power base. Look for corrosion. Contact your Quantum Rehab
Dealer if necessary.
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. Pneumatic tyres should be inflated to the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating
indicated on the tyre. If a tyre does not hold air, see your Quantum Rehab Dealer for replacement of the tube.
Check the brakes. This test should be carried out on a level surface with at least 1 metre (3 ft.) of clearance
around your power chair.
To check the brakes:
1. Turn on the controller and turn down the speed level of your power chair.
2. After one second, check the battery condition meter. Make sure that it remains on.
3. Slowly push the joystick forward until you hear the electric brakes click. Immediately release the joystick.
You must be able to hear each electrical brake operating within a few seconds of joystick movement. Repeat
this test three times, pushing the joystick rearward, then left and then right.
Monthly Checks
Check that the anti-tip wheels do not rub the ground when you operate the power chair. Adjust them as necessary.
Check for extreme wear on the anti-tip wheels. Replace them as necessary.
Check for drive tyre wear. See your Quantum Rehab Dealer for repair.
Check the castor wheels for wear. Replace them as necessary.
Check the castor forks for damage or fluttering which indicates that they may need to be adjusted or have the
bearings replaced. See your Quantum Rehab Dealer for repair.
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 your Quantum Rehab Dealer for yearly maintenance, especially if you use your power chair on
a regular basis. This helps ensure that your power chair is functioning properly and helps prevent future complications.
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WARNING! Even though the power chair has passed the necessary testing
requirements for ingress of liquids, you should keep electrical connections away
from sources of dampness, including direct exposure to water or bodily fluids and
incontinence. Check electrical components frequently for signs of corrosion and
replace as necessary.
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