Quantum 06 edge va User Manual
QUANTUM
Q6 Edge VA
SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of
this power chair and must perform all of the procedures 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 red slash.
INTENDED USE
The intended use of the Pride Mobility Products device is to provide mobility to persons limited to a seated
position that have the capability of operating a powered wheelchair.
Quick Reference Information
Quantum Rehab Provider:
Address:
Phone Number:
Purchase Date:
NOTE: 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. The latest/current version of this manual is available on our website.
NOTE: This product is compliant with WEEE, RoHS, and REACH directives and requirements.
NOTE: This product meets IPX4 classification (IEC 60529).
NOTE: The Q6 Edge VA and its components are not made with natural rubber latex. Consult with the
manufacturer regarding any after-market accessories.
Copyright © 2013
Pride Mobility Products Corp.
INFMANU4409/Rev B/September 2013
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY .....................................................................................................................................................5
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR ........................................................................................................................7
IV. ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................................12
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ...........................................................................................................16
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ......................................................................................................23
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................27
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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products (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. Once you
understand how to safely operate and care for your power chair, it should give you years of trouble free operation
and service.
Read and follow all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual before attempting to operate your power chair
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 power chair before
initial operation. Your safety depends upon you, as well as your provider, caretaker, or healthcare professional in
using good judgement.
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 in this
manual and those located on your power chair can lead to personal injury and/or damage to the power
chair, including voiding the 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 inoperable 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.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Before using your power chair, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually
packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery, please contact your Quantum Rehab Provider immediately.
Where damage has occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact the delivery company responsible.
Pride Mobility Products Corporation
Attn.: Customer Care Department
182 Susquehanna Avenue
Exeter, PA 18643-2694
info@pridemobility.com
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new
one immediately.
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II. SAFETY
MAIN FRAME
PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbols below are used on the power chair to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions.
It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
NOTE: There are more warnings identified and explained in the Consumer Safety Guide that is included with
your power chair. Please become familiar with all the warnings and safety information found in the Consumer
Safety Guide and refer to this resource often.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Locked and in drive mode.
Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to
freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
Indicates power chair securement points.
Indicates that power chair, with similarly labeled seating system, conforms to ANSI/
RESNA WC/Vol. 4, Section 19 for transport of an occupied power chair in a motor
vehicle.
Indicates that power chair with a similar label is not rated for occupied
transit.
Class II Equipment
Manufactured in
Power chair information label.
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II. SAFETY
GENERAL GUIDELINES
MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading
and understanding this owner’s manual.
Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an
extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the power chair user. Please be aware that the final
selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power
chair user, who is capable of making such a decision, and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor,
physical therapist, etc.).
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the
power chair to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the Quantum Rehab Provider in the instruction process for the use of the product.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the power chair user will need to practice
operating the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family
member or care professional specially trained in assisting a power chair user in various daily living activities.
As you begin using your power chair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you
will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver
through doorways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to operating your power chair safely.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Get to know the feel of your power chair and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check
before each use to make sure your power chair operates smoothly and safely.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your power chair:
Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain but do not exceed the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on each
tire if equipped with pneumatic tires.
Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
Check all controller connections to the power base. Make sure they are secured properly.
Check the brakes. See VII. “Care and Maintenance.”
Check battery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”
Ensure the manual freewheel levers are in drive mode before sitting on the power chair.
NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your Quantum Rehab Provider for assistance.
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
THE Q6 EDGE VA POWER CHAIR
Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the power base assembly.
the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The power base assembly includes two motor/brake
assemblies, two drive wheels, four caster wheels, two batteries, and wiring harnesses.
SEAT ASSEMBLY
See figure 1.
Typically,
See figures 1, 2, and 3.
SEATBACK
ARMREST
POWER BASE
ASSEMBLY
ARMREST
CASTER WHEEL
MANUAL FREEWHEEL
LEVER
DRIVE WHEEL
SPRING SHOCK/GAS
DAMPER LOCATION
JOYSTICK
CONTROLLER
SEAT BASE
FRONT RIGGING
(FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN)
CASTER WHEEL
Figure 1. The Q6 Edge VA Power Chair (Synergy Seat Shown)
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REAR SHROUD
MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER
TRAPEZE BARS
FRONT COVER
SUSPENSION SPRING
Figure 2. The Q6 Edge VA Power Base
PROHIBITED! The spring tension on your power chair was factory set to meet the needs of the
demographic majority of users. Do not adjust the tension of any spring on your power chair.
Electrical Components
The electrical components consist of the controller assembly, the batteries, and the motors. The batteries, motors,
and controller power module (if equipped) are located on the power base assembly. The controller is located on
the seat assembly. Connectivity between the controller and the motors, batteries, and the battery charger is provided by one or more wiring harnesses. See figure 3.
Controller Harness Connector: The controller harness connector is where the controller plugs into the power
base. Each controller uses a different type of harness. Regardless of which type of controller is used, the harness
must be secured to the seat assembly and not allowed to drag on the floor.
Motor Connectors: This is where the controller connects to the motors.
Battery Connector: This is where the controller connects to the batteries.
Controller Power Module: This enables the controller to communicate with the batteries and the motors.
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Main Circuit Breaker (located on the rear main frame): The main circuit breaker is a safety feature built into
your power chair. When the batteries and the motors are heavily strained (e.g., from excessive loads), the main
circuit breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics. If the circuit trips, allow your power chair
to “rest” for approximately one minute. Next, push in the circuit breaker button, turn on the controller, and continue normal operation. If the main circuit breaker continues to trip repeatedly, contact your Quantum Rehab
Provider.
CONTROLLER POWER MODULE
CONTROLLER CONNECTOR
TO BATTERY
CONNECTORS
TO MOTOR
CONNECTOR
TO MOTOR
CONNECTOR
MAIN CIRCUIT
BREAKER
QUICK RELEASE
BATTERY CONNECTORS
Figure 3. Q6 Edge VA Electrical Components
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MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER
MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
Manual Freewheel Levers
For your convenience, your power chair is equipped with a manual freewheel lever mounted on each motor. The
levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually.
WARNING! The power chair could roll unintentionally when the drive motors are
disengaged on an incline! Property damage, severe injury or death can occur.
WARNING! This chair IS NOT EQUIPPED with an audible or visible warning system to
alert the user when one or both drive motors are disengaged.
WARNING! The power chair can drive in circles when only one drive motor is
engaged. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DRIVE IN THIS CONDITION. Property damage, severe
injury or death can occur.
WARNING! Ensure both drive motors are engaged before turning on power to the
controller or attempting to drive the power chair.
WARNING! Do not attempt to use the power chair or occupy the chair when the drive
motors are disengaged.
To operate the manual freewheel levers:
1. Push down both manual freewheel levers for freewheel mode (drive motor disengaged). See figures 4A
and 4B.
2. Pull up both manual freewheel levers for drive mode (drive motor engaged). See figures 5A and 5B.
NOTE: You must turn off the power before disengaging the drive motors; otherwise, you may get an error code
on the controller. To clear this code, turn off the controller and place the power chair in drive mode. Then, turn
on the controller. The error message should be cleared. If it is not, contact your Quantum Rehab Provider.
NOTE: The power chair will be significantly easier to push with the power off.
WARNING! Avoid applying excessive force to the manual freewheel levers.
WARNING! Do not use your foot to operate the manual freewheel levers. Do not stand on the
manual freewheel levers. Applying excessive force to the manual freewheel levers may result in
damage to the freewheel levers, motors, and brakes.
WARNING! Do not use the freewheel lever handles as tie-down points to secure this product.
Figure 4A. Freewheel Mode (Left Drive Motor
Disengaged)
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Figure 4B. Freewheel Mode (Right Drive Motor
Disengaged)
MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER
MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR
Figure 5A. Drive Mode (Left Drive Motor Engaged) Figure 5B. Drive Mode (Right Drive Motor Engaged)
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