Pride Mobility 088 609 661 User Manual
Synergy TRU-Balance
BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
TM
Power Tilt
Synergy Seat
ACN# 088 609 661
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088 609 661
SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified
technician must perform the initial setup of this product
and must perform all of the instructions in this manual.
The symbols below are used throughout this owner’s manual and on the
power chair to identify warnings and important information. It is very
important for you to read them and understand them completely.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/
situation. Failure to follow designated procedures can
cause either personal injury, component damage, or
malfunction. On the product, this icon is represented as a
black symbol on a yellow triangle with a black border.
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as
specified. Failure to perform mandatory actions can cause
personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product,
this icon is represented as a white symbol on a blue dot
with a white border.
PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions
should not be performed at any time or in any
circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause
personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product,
this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle
and a red slash.
NOTE: These instructions are 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. The
latest/current version of this manual is available on our website.
Copyright © 2011
Pride Mobility Products Corporation
INFMANU2015/Rev L/January 2011
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LABEL INFORMATION .................................................................4
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 5
THE SYNERGY SEAT ...................................................................7
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES .................................................9
SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .............................................13
TOGGLE OPERATION ................................................................16
ARMREST OPTIONS ..................................................................22
Cantilever.................................................................................23
Flip-Up.....................................................................................25
Heavy Duty Drop-In.................................................................27
Single Post Quick Height Adjustable Drop-In.......................... 29
Two Post Height Adjustable Flip-Up........................................ 32
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTROLLER POSITION ..........................................................34
POWER SEAT ELEVATOR OPTION ..........................................35
MANUAL RECLINE OPTION ......................................................36
SYNERGY MANUAL TILT OPTION ............................................37
CARE AND MAINTENANCE .......................................................38
WARRANTY ................................................................................39
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LABEL INFORMATION
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.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water
whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry
condition.
EMI-RFI — This product has been tested and passed at an
immunity level of 20 V/m.
Use correct tie-down points for controller harness to
prevent the harness from getting caught in the drive tires
or pinched in the seat frame.
Maximum seating weight.
Crush/pinch point.
Indicates that this product conforms to the ANSI/RESNA
WC/Vol. 4, Section 19/ISO 7176-19 standards for transport
of an occupied power chair in a motor vehicle. If this label
is not found on this power chair or on the seating system,
this indicates that this product is not approved for use as a
seat in a motor vehicle. In this case, the power chair
occupant must transfer into one of the motor vehicle seats
equipped with approved safety belt.
Indicates power chair securement points.
Consult your Quantum Rehab Provider
before making any changes to your
seating system configuration.
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products
(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 during
your daily activities. Understanding how to safely operate and care for this
product should bring you years of trouble free operations and service.
Read and follow all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual before
attempting to operate your product for the first time. You must also read all
instructions, warnings, and notes contained in any supplemental instructional booklets for the controller, front riggings, and/or seating system that
accompanied your mobility product before initial operation. Your safety
depends upon you, as well as your provider, caretaker, or healthcare professional in using good judgement.
This manual is to be used in addition to the power base owner’s manual that
came with your power chair. If there is any information in this manual which
you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for setup or
operation, please contact your Quantum Rehab Provider. Failure to follow
the instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual and those located
on your Pride product can result in personal injury and/or product
damage and will void Pride’s product warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change,
alter, or modify this product or remove or render unusable or unsafe any
guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail, refuse, or
neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to
enhance or preserve the safe use of this product.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
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 Pride product, and about the service you received from your Quantum
Rehab Provider. 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 Pride product.
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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.
My Quantum Rehab Provider Is:
Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
Purchase Date:
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THE SYNERGY SEAT
The Synergy Seat is a unique seating system designed specifically 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. These fasteners are not
intended for use on cushions with anti-skid material, as they may damage
the seat cushion.
Figure 1 provides information on the Synergy Seat components. Use this
diagram to familiarize yourself with the function and location of each
component before using the Synergy Seat.
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MANUAL RECLINE
BACK (OPTIONAL)
With this option, the
seatback can be adjusted
to recline to an angle
between 90 and 180
4-WAY TOGGLE CONTROLS (OPTIONAL)
Allow the user to control the seat elevator and
articulating leg rest actuators (if so equipped).
4-way
Button
Toggle
4-way
Toggle
Quad
Push-Button
Control
ATTENDANT
CONTROL MODULE
(OPTIONAL)
Allows an attendant to
control the actuators. Any
action made through
the Attendant Control
Module overrides the
toggle actions made by
the user.
ARMRESTS
Available in five
basic styles:
Heavy Duty Drop-in
Flip-up
(standard)
Cantilever
Single Post Quick
Height Adjustable
Drop-in
(available in adult
and pediatric sizes)
Two Post Height
Adjustable Flip-up
POWER ARTICULATING
LEG RESTS (ALR)
Maintain correct
knee-to-heel measurements
when user's legs are raised
or lowered.
SWING-AWAY POWER
ARTICULATING
LEG RESTS (ALR)
Maintain correct
knee-to-heel measurements
when user's legs are raised
or lowered.
POWER ARTICULATING
FOOT PLATFORM (AFP)
Maintains correct
knee-to-heel measurements
when user's legs are raised
or lowered.
HIGH PIVOT POWER
ELEVATING
LEG RESTS (ELR)
Mimic the motion of the
knee during leg elevation.
LEG RESTS (OPTIONAL)
MANUAL TILT
(OPTIONAL)
With this option, the
seatback can be adjusted
to tilt to an angle between
0 and 45
Figure 1. Synergy Seat and Options
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PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES
Before using the Synergy Seat, please read the following. These guidelines
are provided for your benefit and will aid you in the safe operation of the
seating system.
Turn off the power before you are seated in the Synergy Seat.
Always have assistance when you are being seated in the Synergy Seat.
Follow all of the procedures and heed the warnings as explained in your
power chair owner’s manual.
WARNING! The center of gravity of your seating system
was factory set to a position that meets the needs of the
demographic majority of users. Your Quantum Rehab
Provider has evaluated your seating system and made any
necessary adjustments to suit your specific requirements.
Do not change your seating configuration without first
contacting Pride Mobility Products or your Quantum Rehab
Provider.
WARNING! Should the fittings on your Synergy Seating
System become loose, report the problem immediately to
your Quantum Rehab Provider.
WARNING! Your Synergy 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.
WARNING! Extreme temperatures can affect the
temperature of your seating system components and may
cause skin irritation. Use caution when your power chair
has been used or stored in an extremely hot or cold
environment.
MANDATORY! Do not exceed the weight capacity listed in
your power chair manual or 300 lbs. (136 kg), whichever is
less. If equipped with a Synergy Seat HD, do not exceed the
weight capacity of the power chair or 650 lbs. (295 kg),
whichever is less.
WARNING! Possible pinch point hazard! Ensure all
ventilator wires and tubes are routed properly to avoid
component damage during seat adjustment and power
chair operation. Follow the wire routing instructions
provided by the manufacturer of the ventilator.
NOTE: The addition of an optional vent tray to your Synergy Seat may
change the overall weight, size, and/or center of gravity of your power
chair. Do not make any changes to your seating configuration without
contacting your Quantum Rehab Provider.
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Motor Vehicle Transport
The Synergy Seat is not approved for use as a seat in a motor vehicle unless
the power base is equipped with a manufacturer-approved transit securement
system and the seat is labeled to show conformity to the standards of ANSI/
RESNA WC/Vol. 4, Section 19/ISO 7176-19. Pride recommends that the
power chair user transfer into the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed
restraint system if and whenever feasible. The power chair should then be
stored and secured in the vehicle. In addition, all removable power chair
parts, including the armrests, seat, front riggings, controller, and shrouds
should be removed and properly secured during motor vehicle transport.
WARNING! The Synergy Seating System is not approved for
use as a seat in any vehicle unless it has been tested and
approved for occupied use according to ANSI/RESNA WC/
Vol. 4, Section 19/ISO 7176-19 standards. Use the seats
and occupant restraints provided by the manufacturer of
the vehicle. If your power chair is equipped with a
manufacturer-installed transit securement system, please
refer to the supplemental safety information provided with
your power chair.
The steel brackets mounted to the front and rear of the Synergy Seating
System (see figure 2) can provide securement points when full disassembly
and stowage of the power chair is not feasible. These brackets should only
be used with an unoccupied power chair that is secured by an approved
securement system in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Pride makes no representation of suitability for use with specific securement
systems nor can we anticipate the various situations that might arise in use
of public transportation systems. For detailed instructions on the use of
securement systems, refer to the manufacturer of the system used.
WARNING! The Synergy securement brackets are for
unoccupied use only. The power chair occupant must
transfer into the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed
restraint system during motor vehicle transport.
When securing the power chair for unoccupied transport, adhere to the
following precautions:
Always ensure that the power chair motors are in drive mode (drive
engaged) and that the power chair controller is turned off.
Secure the power chair in a forward-facing position in the vehicle.
Attach tie-down straps (front and rear) only to the provided securement
points. Tighten the straps to sufficiently remove all slack.
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WARNING! Never attach tie-downs to adjustable, moving,
or removable parts of the power chair such as armrests,
front riggings, and wheels.
Position the anchor points for the rear tie-down straps directly behind
the rear securement points on the power chair. The front tie-down straps
should anchor to floor points that are spaced wider than the power chair
to provide increased lateral stability.
WARNING! Ensure unoccupied power chairs are properly
secured to the motor vehicle during transport. Power
chairs that are not properly secured can become a hazard
to vehicle passengers in the event of a crash, sudden
stopping, or swerving, as the power chair could tip or slide
out of place.
Figure 2. Unoccupied Securement Brackets on a Synergy Seat
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Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI)
WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that
electromagnetic and radio frequency waves can have an
adverse effect on the performance of electrically-powered
mobility vehicles.
Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources
such as cellular phones, mobile two-way radios (such as walkie-talkies),
radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, wireless computer links, microwave signals, paging transmitters, and medium-range
mobile transceivers used by emergency vehicles. In some cases, these waves
can cause unintended movement or damage to the control system. Every
electrically-powered mobility vehicle has an immunity (or resistance) to
EMI. The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection against EMI.
This product has been tested and has passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios,
laptops, and other types of radio transmitters may cause
unintended movement of your electrically-powered
mobility vehicle due to EMI. Exercise caution when using
any of these items while operating your mobility vehicle
and avoid coming into close proximity of radio and TV
stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to
the electrically-powered mobility vehicle can increase the
susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your
power chair in any way not authorized by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself
can disturb the performance of other electrical devices
located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center
on www.pridemobility.com. If unintended motion or brake release occurs,
turn your power chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Call Pride or contact your Quantum Rehab Provider to report the incident.
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SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
The Synergy Seat can be disconnected from the power base to aid in transport
or storage.
WARNING! Removing and installing your seating system
should be accomplished with no fewer than two people.
To remove the Synergy Seat from the power base:
1. Remove the safety snap pins from all of the seat mount connectors. See
figure 3.
2. Lift the Synergy Seat. One person should lift from the front of the seat
and another should lift from the rear. Lift the seat straight up out of the
seat mount connectors.
To install the Synergy Seat on the power base:
1. Lift the Synergy Seat above the power base. One person should lift from
the front of the seat and another should lift from the rear.
2. Lower the seat so that the four seat towers are inserted into the four seat
mount connectors. See figure 3.
3. Without removing the seat towers from the seat mount connectors, lift
either the front or rear of the Synergy Seat and insert the safety snap pins
to lock the seat at the desired height.
4. If an angled seat is desired, set the front of the Synergy Seat higher than
the rear. The seat base angle can be adjusted to achieve up to 20° of
posterior tilt (seat dump).
NOTE: You may need to loosen the setscrews on the seat mount connectors on some power chairs.
SEAT TOWER
SEAT MOUNT
CONNECTOR
POWER BASE
SAFETY
SNAP PIN
Figure 3. Seat Installation/Removal
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SCREWS
SEAT MOUNTING
BRACKET
SEAT INTERFACE
WELDMENT
To remove the Synergy Seat from the Q6 Edge power base:
1. Remove the screws from all of the seat interface weldments. See
figure 4.
2. Lift the Synergy Seat. One person should lift from the front of the seat
and another should lift from the rear. Lift the seat straight up out of the
seat interface weldments.
To install the Synergy Seat on the Q6 Edge power base:
1. Lift the Synergy Seat above the power base. One person should lift from
the front of the seat and another should lift from the rear.
2. Lower the seat so that the four seat mounting brackets are inserted into
the four seat interface weldments. See figure 4.
3. Without removing the seat mounting brackets from the seat interface
weldments, lift either the front or rear of the Synergy Seat and insert the
screws to lock the seat at the desired height.
4. If an angled seat is desired, set the front of the Synergy Seat higher than
the rear. The seat base angle can be adjusted to achieve up to 20° of
posterior tilt (seat dump).
TRAPEZE BAR
Figure 4. Seat Installation/Removal on Q6 Edge
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POWER BASE
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