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1. 2 ANT ce 4 45 DYNAMO m ATS ATTENTION Please read the content of your owner s manual before operating your power chair Unit 106 Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford Oxfordshire OX25 SHA Mobility Pr oducts Ltd www quantumrehab com SAFETY GUIDELINES T Please read and follow all instructions in this owner s manual before attempting to operate your power chair for the first time If there is anything in this manual you do not understand or if you require additional assistance for set up contact your authorised Pride Provider Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings and instructions in this owner s manual Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your own good judgement and or common sense as well as that of your provider caregiver and or healthcare professional Pride is not responsible for injuries and or damage resulting from any person s failure to follow the warnings and instructions in this owner s manual Pride is not responsible for injuries and or damage resulting from any person s failure to exercise good judgement and or common sense The symbols below are used throughout this owner s manual to identify warnings and important information It is very impor tant for you to read and understand them completely A WARNING Failure to heed the warnings in this owner s manual may result in personal injury NOTE2. 3 Align the locating holes in the seat posts with those in the seat mount connectors and insert the T handle ball detent pins through the holes INSTALL THE SWING AWAY LEG RESTS j 2 oF 4 Press and hold the locking lever and slide the swing away leg rest into the mounting bracket Swing the leg rest to the centre position Release the locking lever to lock the leg rest in place Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the opposite leg rest CONNECT THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER 1 Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 Reconnect the joystick controller harness to its connector on the electronics tray See figure 6 WARNING Do not place the joystick controller harness so that it can pinched the seat frame or the power a base frame ASSEMBLY Figure 21 Connecting Front Frame Assembly d Y f q E y Figure 22 Fitting the Frames LOCATING PINS Figure 23 Connect Battery Well Frame www pridemobility com 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE O ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Your Quantum Dynamo ATS is a sophisticated powered wheelchair Like any motorised vehicle it requires routine maintenance checks You can perform some of these checks but others require assistance from an authorised Pride Dealer Preventive maintenance is very important If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled you can help ensure that your power chair gives you years of trouble free opera
3. NOTE When the batteries approach a discharged state the first red light will begin to slowly flash reminding you the batteries need to be charged immediately SPEED SETTINGS The Remote Plus speed settings range from 1 to 5 Typically the slowest speed setting is 1 and the fastest speed setting is 5 The settings are indicated by the number of lights that are lit Figure 13 Remote Plus Keypad NOTE The speed settings are preset at the factory If your authorised Pride Dealer changes the order of these settings please make note of these changes Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for more information To select a speed setting 1 Press the on off key to power on the remote 2 Press the mode key once 3 To increase chair speed push the joystick to the right Each time you push the joystick you will increase the speed setting 4 decrease chair speed push the joystick to the left Each time you push the joystick you decrease the speed setting 5 Once you select the desired speed setting press the mode key once to keep the setting or push the joystick in the forward or reverse direction The chair will resume operation at the selected speed NOTE We recommend that the first few times you operate your power chair you have your speed on the slowest setting until you become familiar with your new power chair OFF BOARD CHARGER PROGRAMMING SOCKET You may use an off board charger to charge the power chair batteries t
4. DAILY CHECKS B With the controller turned off check the joystick Make sure it is not bent or damaged and that it returns to centre when you release it Check the rubber boot around the base of the joystick for damage Visually inspect the boot only Do not handle or try to repair it See your authorised Pride service centre if there is a problem Visually inspect the joystick controller harness Make sure that it is not frayed or cut and that no wires are exposed See your authorised Pride Dealer if there is a problem with the harness 28 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 CARE AND MAINTENANCE WEEKLY CHECKS B Disconnect and inspect the joystick controller harness from the electronics tray Look for corrosion Contact your authorised Pride 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 there should be 2 4 bar 35 psi in each tyre If a tyre will not hold air replace the tube Calibrate the joystick if a noticeable difference in performance is detected or if the joystick does not operate properly Check the brakes This test should be carried out on a level surface with at least three feet of clearance around your power chair To calibrate the joystick 1 Position the joystick in the full reverse position and hold it there Turn on the controller 2 he battery condition metre lights up from o
5. Supplemental information that may be helpful to operate the equipment Copyright 2004 Pride Mobility Products Ltd INFMANU2195 Rev B June 04 A TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 INFORMATION EXCHANGE CU sa nanne 4 SAT dao Cu Edo a da es na OU exes ESEC nao 5 THE QUANTUM DYNAMO ATS cceeceeceececceceeceeceeseeeeecasceseeseeeeeseseaseaseuseuseeeesessseuseuseuseesussuseuseaseuseusensessaees 11 SPECIFICATIONS RR 12 SEAT AND POWER BASE COMPONENTS ecceceececeececeeceececeeceeeeceeceeeeceeceeaeseeeeeesesaeseeneeneneeaeseeseeeeseeaess 14 MANUAL PARK BRAKE 14 MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS heme e aaa 15 LIMITED ACTIVE TRAC SYSTEM eremi rere peremit reme aaa 15 COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS sCa Gigas de uov esas eEssins alo dn du UMS aus tieu EAEE ara a UU UNS 16 SEAT ADJUSTMENTS aaa se reset re pete pe pe resp terere 16 ANTI TIP WHEELS 16 mie Rel I eR 17 MIOETISAXIS FOOTPLATE ecciesie su AN CUL Dia Ee Caen ad nad 18 OPERATION mE 19 R
6. a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair make sure it is fastened se js x curely Serious personal injury may result if you fall from the power chair 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 a vehicle should be properly belted into seats 9 4 approved by the vehicle manufacturer 4 WARNING Do not sit on your power chair while it is in a moving vehicle Personal injury and or property PT damage may result 4 WARNING Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported Failure to do so may result in personal injury and or damage to your power chair INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS WARNING Rain snow salt mist spray or icy slippery conditions could cause serious injury and or damage to your power chair and the electronic system Exposure to these weather elements should be avoided whenever possible Use extreme care when driving at all times Maintain and store your power chair in a dry and clean condition REACHING AND BENDING Never reach lean or bend while driving your power chair If it is absolutely necessary to reach lean or bend while seated on your power chair it is important to maintain a stable centre of gravity and keep the power chair from tipping Pride recom mends that the power chair user determine his her pers
7. for assistance 22 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 BATTERIES AND CHARGING CAN I USE A DIFFERENT BATTERY CHARGER You should use the charger supplied with your power chair It is the safest most efficient tool to charge the batteries We do not recommend using other types of chargers e g an automotive battery charger HOW OFTEN MUST CHARGE THE BATTERIES Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries You may use your power chair all day on a daily basis or you may not use it for weeks at a time B DAILY USE If you use your power chair on a daily basis charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using it for the day Your power chair will be ready each morning to give you a full day s service We recommend that you charge the batteries 8 to 14 hours after daily use Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 hours B INFREQUENT USE If you use your power chair infrequently once a week or less you should charge it at least once per week for 12 to 14 hours NOTE Keep the batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging the batteries Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 hours HOW CAN I GET MAXIMUM RANGE OR DISTANCE PER CHARGE Rarely do you have an ideal driving situation such as smooth flat hard terrain with no hills or curves More often you are presented with hills pavement cracks uneven and loosely packed surfaces and curves All of these factors affect
8. the dis tance or running time per battery charge The following are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per charge B Always charge the batteries fully prior to your trip Maintain 2 4 bar 35 psi in pneumatic drive tyres Plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines if possible Limit the baggage weight to essential items WHAT TYPE OF BATTERY SHOULD I USE We recommend deep cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free Both AGM and Gel Cell are deep cycle batteries and are similar in performance Use these specifications to reorder deep cycle batteries from your authorised Pride Dealer BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS Type Deep Cycle AGM or Gel Cell Size U 1 Voltage 12 Volts each Amp Hours 35 amp hours AH AN WARNING Corrosive chemicals are contained in batteries Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the fae risk of leakage or explosive conditions WHY DO MY NEW BATTERIES SEEM WEAK Deep cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries nickel cadmium nicads or in other common battery types Deep cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power drain down their charge and then accept a relatively quick recharge Lead acid batteries should be charged as often as possible They do not have a memory like nickel cadmium batteries Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 23 DISASSEMBLY We work closely with our battery manufa
9. 8 Connect the red battery wire to the positive terminal Make sure you tighten the nuts and bolts so that the connection 5 secure 9 Connect the black battery wire to the negative terminal Make sure you tighten the nuts and bolts so that the connection is secure Place the rubber covers over the terminals 10 Place the top cover back onto the bottom cover 11 Fasten the straps and make sure the connection is secure Place the battery box aside 12 For the second battery repeat steps 3 11 13 Make sure that the battery terminals are positioned opposite the battery charger ND AN WARNING If you do not position the battery terminals on the opposite side of the charger you run the risk of LAN shorting out the batteries and severely damaging your power chair 14 Place the rear battery box back into the battery well 15 Place the front battery box back into the battery well 16 Connect the rear battery box connector and the front battery box connector to the electronics tray 17 Install the seat 18 Connect the joystick controller harness to its connector on the electronics tray N WARNING Make sure you tighten the fasteners so that the connections are secure 30 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE If the battery condition metre does not light up when you turn on the power B Check the harness connections Make sure they are tight B Check the circu
10. Approach Incorrect Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 7 SAFETY 4 WARNING Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed rearward down any step kerb other obstacle AW This may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury PUBLIC STREETS AND ROADWAYS o WARNING Exercise extreme caution when operating this on footpaths pavements bridleways pedestrian PA areas and roads Obey the Code of Practice for Class 3 vehicle users Failure to heed this warning could result fes in serious injury and or damage to your power chair NOTE A copy of the Department of Transportation Code of Practice for Class 5 vehicle users may be obtained by contacting your authorised Pride Dealer STAIRS AND ESCALATORS Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators Always use a lift WARNING Never use your power chair to negotiate steps escalators You may cause injury to yourself and to others and or damage your power chair DOORS B Determine if the door opens toward or away from you B Drive your power chair gently and slowly forward to push the door open Or drive your power chair gently and slowly rearward to pull the door open LIFTS Modern lifts have a door edge safety mechanism that when pushed reopens the lift door s B If you in the doorway of a lift when the door s begin to close push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the power ch
11. E FRAME ASSEMBLIES 1 2 3 Stand behind your power chair and grasp one of the power base frame assembly handles Press the chrome latch release lever toward the centre of the frame and hold it See figure 19 Push the frame assembly outward and pull up on the front frame until the latching mechanism releases Keep pulling upward until the locating pin on the bottom of that side of the front frame releases from its slot in the power base frame assembly Carefully let the power base frame assembly tilt to a resting position Repeat for the other power base frame assembly Figure 18 Removing Battery Well ASSEMBLY FRONT FRAME AND POWER BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY 1 2 26 Place the three frame assemblies next to each other as shown in figure 20 Grasp the front frame and fit the notch on the front frame bottom bar onto the locating pin on the lower section of the power base frame assembly See figure 21 WARNING The front frame should be positioned with the two semicircular notches in the vertical bar facing forward Pivot the front frame top bar toward the power base frame assembly and push the front frame top bar onto the locking mechanism until the two assemblies snap securely into place See figure 22 Repeat for the other power base frame assembly www pridemobility com Figure 20 Frame Assemblies Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 WARNING certain that the front frame is snapped se
12. EMOTE PLUS CONTROLLER rrenan arara 19 BATTERIES AND CHARGING 2 idas ad dadas Dinha 22 FREQUENTLY Askep Questions FAQ ig e 22 B Ee 11 18 A E E E A E EE E E E EE E 24 ASSEMBLY 26 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Ou Os oan EN ASMA Es dns pad ud Ca 28 aie UF INE MAINTENANCE SERERE Dacia 28 Hizygz WM 28 GENERAL aaa 28 STORAGE 29 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS aaa aa 29 TYRES AND UBES casuais RR 30 BATTERY REPLACEMENT TER 30 MOTOR 8 51 31 CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE cececceceecececeececeecececeeceeeeseceeaeseeeeneseeaesecseseseeeeneseeneseeeneseeneseeeenenenneness 31 WHEN To SEE YOUR AUTHORISED PRIDE DEALER FOR SERVICE eee eene 31 WARRANTY PR 32 IMPORTANT NOTICE Attention parents guardians and power chair attendants Please read this manual in its entirety before allowing a minor to operate the Quantum Dynamo ATS Give close attention to all safety guidelines and warnings contained i
13. Jun04 www pridemobility com 21 BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES AND CHARGING TS BATTERIES Your Quantum Dynamo ATS uses two long lasting 12 volt deep cycle batteries These batteries are sealed and maintenance free Since they are sealed there is no need to check the electrolyte fluid level Deep cycle batteries are designed to handle a deep discharge Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries they are not interchangeable Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long deep discharge and are also unsafe for use in power chairs AN WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES The battery charger is one of the most important parts of your Quantum Dynamo ATS The battery charger is designed to optimise your power chair s performance by charging the batteries safely quickly and easily The charging system consists of the charger the charger fuse and the ammetre The ammetre indicates the rate of charge necessary to fully recharge the batteries It is also a good indication of whether or not the charger is working The ammetre and the charger are only functional when the charger power lead is plugged into a wall outlet AN WARNING You must recharge batteries with the supplied onboard or off board charging system Do not use an automotive type battery charger A WARNING Never use an extension lead to
14. a cut grass or wet leaves AN WARNING When on any sort of an incline or decline never place the power chair in freewheel mode while 7 seated on it or standing next to it Doing so may result in personal injury and or damage to your power chair WARNING Never travel down an incline rearwards This may result in personal injury WARNING Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure AN 1 do not under any circumstances exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual Doing so could cause instability in your power chair resulting in personal injury and or damage to your power chair Pride recommends that the maximum slope of an incline you attempt to safely ascend or descend on your power chair does not exceed 8 796 See figure 1 A WARNING Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 8 7 may put your power chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip resulting in personal injury Figure 1 Maximum Safe Angle Ascending and Descending 6 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 SAFETY BRAKING INFORMATION Your power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems 1 Regenerative uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the joystick returns to the centre stop position 2 Disc Park Brake activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop or when power i
15. air your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner REMOVABLE PARTS A 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 10 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 THE QUANTUM DYNAMO 5 BET THE Quantum Dynamo ATS Your power chair has two main assemblies the seat and the power base See figure 2 There are several seating options available with your power chair Typically the seating system includes the armrests the seatback the seat base and the joystick controller The power base is the heart of your Quantum Dynamo ATS The power base assembly includes two drive wheels two anti tip wheels two rear caster wheels a body shroud four frame assemblies located under the body shroud two battery boxes and the electrical connectors See figures 5 6 and 6a SEATBACK ARMRESTS SEAT ASSEMBLY CONTROLLER POWER BASE ASSEMBLY SWING AWAY LEG RESTS BODY SHROUD ey CASTER WHEEL DRIVE WHEEL ANTI TIP WHEELS Figure 5 The Quantum Dynamo ATS Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 11 THE QUANTUM DYNAMO 5 SPECIFICATIONS Class of Use B Suspension Active Trac suspension Drive Wheels 25 cm 10 in pneumatic centre mounted solid tyres are optional Caster Wheels 20 cm 8 in solid rear articulating A
16. air and the door will reopen B Use care that handbags packages or power chair accessories do not become caught in lift doors ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS Your power chair s road performance features may be influenced by electromagnetic fields caused by mobile telephones or other radiating devices such as hand held radios radio and television stations wireless computer links microwave sources and paging transmitters LIFT ELEVATION PRODUCTS If you will be traveling with your power chair you may find it neces sary to use a lift elevation product to aid in transportation Pride rec ommends that you closely review the instructions specifications and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift elevation product before using that product MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT Although your power chair may be equipped with a positioning belt this belt was not designed with the intent of providing proper restraint during motor vehicle transport Anyone traveling in a motor vehicle should be properly secured in his her seat with seat belts approved by the vehicle manufacturer Make sure to secure or remove the batteries before loading your power chair into a motor vehicle for transport TRANSFERS Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance Always have an attendant or healthcare professional present while learning to properly transfer yourself To eliminate the possibility of injury Pride recomme
17. at rearward 2 54 cm 1 in may be sufficient ANTI TIP WHEEL ADJUSTMENT You can adjust the anti tip wheels so that they are higher or lower Adjusting the anti tip wheels also affects the stiffness of the suspension Raising the anti tip wheels stiffens the suspension while lowering the anti tip wheels softens the suspension To adjust the anti tips 1 Make sure the power chair is not in freewheel mode LOOSEN THE NUT AND BOLT 2 Useahexkey and a socket to loosen the nut and bolt that fasten the anti tip spring to the anti tip arm See figure 10 Use a 1 2 in spanner and 1 2 in socket to remove the anti tip wheel Use a 5 32 in hex key and 7 16 in socket to remove the anti tip adjustment bolt Raise or lower the anti tip wheel in 6 cm 1 4 in increments Replace the hardware into the appropriate holes and tighten Install the anti tip wheel REMOVE THE ANTI TIP WHEEL p Figure 10 Anti Tip Wheel Adjustment 16 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS POSITIONING BELT Required Tools Materials B 5 16 in x 2 in button head socket cap screw 5 16 in washer 5 16 in spacer Black plastic spacer 5 16 in Nylock nut 3 16 in hex key 1 2 in open end spanner An auto type positioning belt is available for your power chair as an optional accessory The positioning belt is designed to support the operator so that he she does not slide down or forward in the seat and can be adjus
18. awn upward At the same time your motors are forced downward This allows the motors to push your power chair over an obstacle and limits the possibility of your power chair becoming hung up on the obstacle ATS also helps in day to day operating conditions For instance when you release the joystick your power chair begins to slow down As the chair slows down the front anti tip wheels will automatically drop toward the ground This will reduce the forward tip that is typically encountered with mid wheel drive chairs Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 15 COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS TE SEAT ADJUSTMENTS The Synergy Seatis the standard seat assembly for your power chair After you have become familiar with your power chair s operation you may find the need to make adjustments to the seat to increase your comfort Information on seat adjustment is contained in separate manuals that accompany this product WARNING If your Quantum Dynamo ATS was configured at your authorised Pride Dealer or service centre 1 please consult your healthcare professional before changing seat position or making any other adjustment Some of these adjustments may degrade your power chair s performance and safety by changing its centre of gravity ANTI TIP WHEELS The Quantum Dynamo ATS mid wheel drive design provides superior performance and safety The anti tip wheels are an integral part of this design because the
19. bility and utility A wide range of accessories is available from your authorised Pride Dealer to further customise your power chair to better suit your needs and or prefer ences However under no circumstances should you modify add remove or disable any feature part or function of your power chair WARNING Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorised by Pride Unauthorised modifications may result in personal injury and or damage to your power chair 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 See Care and Maintenance Perform the following inspections prior to using your power chair B Check for proper tyre inflation Maintain 2 4 bar 35 psi in each tyre if equipped with pneumatic tyres Check all electrical connections Make sure they are tight and not corroded Check all controller connections to the electronics tray Make sure they are secured properly Check the brakes See Care and Maintenance Check battery charge See Batteries and Charging NOTE If you discover a problem contact your authorised Pride Dealer for assistance WEIGHT LIMITATIONS Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity Please refer to the specifications table for this limit WARNING Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in pe
20. com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS Your power chair is equipped with two manual freewheel levers See figure 8 These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually This is called freewheel mode WARNING Do not use your Quantum Dynamo ATS while the drive motors are disengaged unless you are in the presence of an attendant Do not disengage the drive motors when your power chair is on an incline The chair could roll down on its own causing injury WARNING It is important to remember that when your A Quantum Dynamo ATS is in freewheel mode the brak ing system is disengaged To engage or disengage the drive motors 1 Push down the manual freewheel levers to engage the drive mo tors 2 Pullup the manual freewheel levers to disengage the drive motors LIMITED ACTIVE TRAC SYSTEM Your power chair is equipped with a limited Active Trac System ATS See figure 9 ATS is a Suspension system designed to make your power chair traverse different types of terrain and obstacles while maintaining THE QUANTUM DYNAMO ATS MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVER Figure 8 Manual Freewheel Lever left side ATS SPRING Figure 9 ATS System smooth operation With ATS your front anti tip wheels work in conjunction with your motor suspension to help you maneuver over obstacles As your front anti tip wheels come in contact with an obstacle the front anti tip wheel assembly is dr
21. cs Tray MOTOR CONNECTORS FRONT BATTERY BOX BATTERY CONNECTORS SEAT MOUNT CONNECTORS REAR BATTERY BOX Figure 6a Power Base Top View Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 13 THE QUANTUM DYNAMO 5 SEAT AND POWER BASE COMPONENTS The seating system and the power base consist of the following components See figures 5 6 and 6a B Controller This device is used to move the power chair B Controller Harness Connector This is where the joystick harness connects to the electronics tray B Armrests These provide a comfortable place to rest your arms during time spent on your power chair B Manual Freewheel Levers These levers enable you to disengage or engage the motors from or to the gearbox While the motors are disengaged your power chair can be pushed manually B Body Shroud These are the plastic pieces that cover the power base B Swing away Leg Rests This is where your feet rest during time spent on your power chair B Anti Tip Wheels These are wheels that allow slight or no tip while driving They also allow for 5 08 cm 2 in kerb climbing abilities B Drive Wheels These are the main wheels that move the power chair B Rear Caster Wheels These are the trailing wheels that provide stability B Ammetre This displays the charger s current output in amps B Main Circuit Breaker This is a safety feature built into your power chair When the batteries and the motors are heavily straine
22. cturer to provide a battery that best suits the Quantum Dynamo ATS s specific demands Fresh batteries arrive regularly and are promptly shipped with a full charge During shipping the batteries encoun ter temperature extremes that may influence their initial performance Heat robs the charge from the battery and cold slows the power available and extends the time needed to recharge the battery just as with a car battery It might take a few days for the temperature of the battery to stabilise and adjust to its new ambient temperature More importantly it takes a few charging cycles a partial drain then a full recharge to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to the battery s peak performance and long life It is well worth it for you to take the time to break in the batteries properly NOTE The useful life of a battery is quite often a reflection of the care it receives HOW CAN I ENSURE MAXIMUM BATTERY LIFE A fully charged deep cycle battery provides reliable performance and extended battery life Keep the 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 HOW SHOULD STORE MY QUANTUM DYNAMO ATS AND BATTERIES If you do not use your power chair regularly we recommend maintaining battery vitality by charging the batteries at leas
23. curely to both the right frame assembly and to the left frame assembly INSTALL THE BATTERY WELL FRAME 1 2 3 4 Hold the battery well frame so that the bottom of the well hangs downward Position the notches on the front of the battery well frame onto the locating pins on the front frame bottom bar See figure 23 Fit the notch on either side of the rear of the battery well frame onto the locating pin on the power base frame assembly and onto the locating pin on the other power base frame assembly Make certain that the locking mechanisms snap securely into place INSTALL THE BATTERY BOXES 1 Place the front battery box into the front end of the battery well frame NOTE Make certain that the connectors are facing toward the centre 2 Place the rear battery box into the back end of the battery well frame Make certain that none of the wiring harnesses or cables are pinched between the battery or the motor controller box and the frame 3 Connect the battery boxes Use the battery connection label for a reference 4 Reconnect the left and right motor connectors Be certain to match the left connector to the left motor and the right connector to the right motor The connectors are labeled left and right INSTALL THE SEAT 1 Liftthe seat directly up and position it over the power base so that the seat posts line up with the seat mount connectors 2 Slide the seat posts down into the seat mount connectors
24. d e g from excessive loads the main circuit breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics If the circuit trips allow the power chair to rest for approximately one minute Then push in the circuit breaker button turn on the joystick controller and continue normal operation If the main circuit breaker continues to trip repeatedly contact your authorised Pride Dealer B Battery Charger AC Receptacle This is where the battery charger lead plugs in when the batteries need to be recharged B Battery Connectors These provide connection between the battery boxes and the electronics tray B Motor Connectors These provide connection between the motors and the electronics tray MANUAL PARK BRAKES Your power chair is equipped with a manual park brake mounted on each drive wheel The manual park brakes work in conjunction with the electromagnetic brakes to help prevent your power chair s wheels from moving when your power chair is parked After you release the joystick and your wheels are completely stopped push the manual park brake lever down to engage it See figure 7 To disengage the manual park brake pull the manual park brake lever up See figure 7a A WARNING Do not attempt to use either manual park brake levers to stop your power chair Serious injury may result MANUAL PARK BRAKE MANUAL PARK BRAKE Figure 7a Manual Park Brake Engaged Figure 7b Manual Park Brake Disengaged 14 www pridemobility
25. est to the desired position 3 Reinstall the hardware To change foot plate position B 1 Remove the hardware 2 Move the foot plate to the desired position 3 Reinstall the hardware To change foot plate tilt C 1 Loosen the hardware 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 anticlockwise to increase the angle 18 www pridemobility com 4 NL ind d TP A SSS DH DA 27 0 MO m SETSCREW Figure 11a Multi axis Foot Plate Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 OPERATION REMOTE PLUS CONTROLLER The electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair It takes the battery voltage and sends it to the appropri ate system The electronic controller also enables you to monitor battery charge electronic controller functions and the condition of your electrical system Also it may be used to control some optional systems such as power elevating seats and lights The Remote Plus is a modular electronic control system The electronics necessary to operate the power chair are contained in several modules located on different parts of your power chair The Remote Plus system consists of the following components master remote See figure 12 communications cable s power module motor wiring ha
26. four 4 T handle ball detent pins securing the seat to the power base Allow the seat to rest on the seat mount connectors 3 Liftthe seat directly up See figure 15 You may find it necessary to rock the seat gently from side to side to free the seat posts from the seat mount connectors N WARNING Do not pick up the seat frame by the armrests They may be free to pivot and you may lose control of the seat if they do so resulting in personal injury or damage to the chair REMOVE THE SWING AWAY LEG RESTS 1 Press and hold the locking lever to unlock the leg rest See figure 16 2 Swing the leg rest to the side then lift it straight up to remove it from the mounting bracket DISASSEMBLY BATTERY BOXES LEFT POWER BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY SEAT POST SEAT MOUNT CONNECTOR LOCKING LEVER Figure 16 Removing the Swing away Leg Rest Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 25 ASSEMBLY REMOVE THE BATTERY WELL FRAME 1 2 3 Disconnect both battery connectors and both motor connectors See figure 7 Lift and remove each battery box See figure 17 Squeeze together the latch release levers that hang vertically down from the crossbar at the rear of the battery well frame Lift up the rear end of the battery well frame See figure 18 Pull it to the rear of the chair to release the front slots from the locating pins on the front frame bottom bar DISASSEMBLE THE RIGHT AND LEFT POWER BAS
27. ge any new battery prior to initial use This will bring the battery up to about 9095 of its peak performance level 2 your Quantum Dynamo ATS about the house and grounds Move slowly at first and do not stray too far until you become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries 3 Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and run your power chair again The batteries should now perform at over 9095 of their potential 4 After four or five charging cycles the batteries will top off at 100 charge and last for an extended period FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQS HOW DOES THE CHARGER WORK The battery charger takes the standard wall outlet voltage of 120VAC alternating current and converts it to 28VDC direct current When the battery voltage is low the charger works harder to charge the batteries This is why the charging ammetre initially reads 5 5 amps or more As the battery voltage approaches a full charge the charger doesn t work as hard to complete the charging cycle This explains why the amperage on the charging ammetre drops as the batteries approach a full charge When the batteries are fully charged the amperage from the charger is nearly zero This is how the charger maintains a charge but does not overcharge the battery Your power chair s charger will not be able to charge your batteries after the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage If this happens call your authorised Pride Dealer
28. hrough the 3 pin socket located on the front of the controller The socket may also be used for reprogramming the controller by using a PG Drives Programmer should this be necessary If you use an off board charger the charger current should not exceed 12 amps Contact your authorised Pride Dealer for more information WARNING Only chargers with Neutrik NC3MX plugs should be connected to the off board charger program fe ming socket See your authorised Pride Dealer for more information CONTROLLER COMMUNICATIONS CABLE The controller communications cable provides the joystick module with a connection to the power module at the back of the power base 20 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 OPERATION Power Module Typically the power module is mounted to the power base The power module provides a power interface for the joystick module It routes the battery power to the motors and other powered accessories such as lights and power seats ACTUATOR LIGHTING MODULE NOT SHOWN The actuator lighting module is also located on the power base The actuator lighting module provides a control and power interface between the power module the lights and or the power seat actuator SLEEP MODE Your Remote Plus controller has a sleep mode feature Sleep mode is a built in circuit that automatically shuts off the main power if the joystick is not moved in any direction for approximately five minutes The battery condition metre ligh
29. ies contain lead and lead compounds Wear goggles PAN and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling WARNING Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery Charging a frozen PAN battery may result in personal injury and or damage to the battery PREVENTING UNINTENDED MOVEMENT WARNING If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time turn off the AN power This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent joystick contact This will also eliminate the pos LAN sibility of unintended chair movement from electromagnetic EM sources Failure to do so may result in per sonal injury PRESCRIPTION DRUGS PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS Users must exercise care and common sense when operating a power chair This includes awareness of safety issues when taking prescribed or over the counter drugs or when the user has specific physical limitations WARNING Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over the counter medication or if you have A certain physical limitations Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner ALCOHOL The power chair user must exercise care and common sense when operating his her power chair This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol WARNING Do not operate your power chair while you are under the influence of alcohol as this may imp
30. ir B Keep your power chair clean and free of foreign material such as hair food drink etc YEARLY CHECKS Take your power chair to an authorised Pride Dealer for yearly maintenance This helps to ensure that your power chair is functioning properly and helps prevent future complications STORAGE Your power chair should be stored in a dry place free from temperature extremes When storing disconnect the batteries See Batteries and Charging AN WARNING If you fail to store the unit under the above conditions the frame can rust and the electronics can be fas damaged CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS An WARNING Never hose off your Jet or place it in direct contact with water Your power chair has a painted ABS E plastic body shroud that allows it to be easily wiped clean with a damp cloth Er WARNING Never use any chemicals to clean a vinyl seat as they may cause the seat to become slippery or Ls dry out and crack Use soapy water and dry the seat thoroughly Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE TYRES AND TUBES If your Quantum Dynamo ATS is equipped with pneumatic tyres you should check the air pressure at least once a week This prolongs the life of your tyres and helps to ensure the proper operation of your chair If you have a flat tyre replace the tube Replacement tyres and tubes are readily available through the Dealer where you purchased your power chair WARNING Completely def
31. it breaker Reset it if necessary B Check the battery connections If the above conditions prove normal you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester These testers are available at automotive parts stores Disconnect both batteries before load testing and follow the directions that came with the load tester If either one of the batteries fails the load test replace both of them If your Quantum Dynamo ATS still does not power up contact your authorised Pride Dealer WHEN TO SEE YOUR AUTHORISED PRIDE DEALER FOR SERVICE The following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your Quantum Dynamo ATS If necessary contact an authorised Pride Dealer When calling have the model number serial number nature of the problem and the trouble code if available Motor noise Frayed harnesses Cracked or broken connectors Uneven wear on any of the tyres Jerky motion Pulling to one side Bent or broken wheel assemblies Does not power up Powers up but does not move Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 31 WARRANTY LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components including platform fork seat post and frame welds TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Drive train including differential motor and brake ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Pride Power Chair is fully guaranteed for twelve 12 months from the date of purchase against faults arising due to defects in manufacture or materials This warra
32. late the tyre before attempting REMOVE al THIS 1 WE A NUT 8 5 WARNING To avoid possible injury be sure that the wAsugn N controller s power is turned off and the power chair is not in TO REMOVE 4 TA freewheel mode before performing this procedure WHEEL ICI RON Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe tube or tyre Figure 24 Drive Wheel replacement Completely deflate the tyre if pneumatic Use a 17 mm socket spanner and driver to remove the nut from the wheel axle See figure 24 Pull the wheel off of the axle Separate the tyre and tube from the wheel Remove the old tube and or tyre and replace with the new tube or tyre Slide the wheel back onto the shaft and torque the nut to 16 ft Ibs Inflate the tyre to 2 4 bar 35 psi if pneumatic DL It WARNING Overinflating tyres can cause them explode and can result in personal injury WARNING Do not use high pressure hose to inflate your tyres BATTERY REPLACEMENT 1 Remove the seat 2 Remove the battery boxes and set them on a solid flat surface 3 Unfasten the battery box straps on the bottom of the box 4 Liftup the top cover 5 HRemove the rubber covers from the terminals Using a 1 2 in spanner unscrew the terminal nuts and bolts and discon nect the battery wires from the battery terminals Remove the battery from the bottom cover Place the new battery into the bottom cover
33. n this manual Neither this manual nor this power chair is intended for use by a minor without the close supervision of a parent guardian or adult attendant Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 3 INTRODUCTION SAFETY EH WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Ltd Pride The power chair you have purchased combines state of the art compo nents with safety comfort and styling in mind We are confident that these design features will provide you with the conve niences 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 In addition your safety depends upon you as well as your dealer carer 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 authorised Pride Dealer 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 a
34. nds that you or a trained attendant perform the following tasks before attempting a transfer Figure 4 Ideal Transfer Position 8 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 SAFETY Turn the power off See Operation Ensure your power chair is not in freewheel mode See The Quantum Dynamo ATS Turn both caster wheels toward the transfer destination to improve power chair stability during transfer Make sure both armrests are flipped up or removed from your power chair Flip the footrest up or move the leg rests aside this will help to keep your feet from getting caught on the footrest or the leg rests during the transfer B Reduce the distance between your power chair and the object you are transferring onto See figure 4 N WARNING Before transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the power chair seat to prevent the fa power chair from tipping forward during transfer and causing injury N WARNING Avoid using your armrests for weight bearing purposes Such use may cause the power chair to tip 75 cause personal injury N WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the footrest Such use may cause the power chair to tip and X cause personal injury POSITIONING BELTS Your authorised Pride Dealer therapist s and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your require ment for a positioning belt in order to operate your power chair safely 4 WARNING If you require
35. ne light to ten lights and then back to one light It does this twice then blinks rapidly Turn off the controller 4 Position the joystick in the full forward position and hold it there then turn the controller on 5 The battery condition metre lights up from one light to ten lights and then back to one light It does this twice then blinks once and then it blinks continuously 6 Turn off the controller Now the joystick and controller are set up to function properly together To check the brakes 1 Turn on the controller and set the speed adjustment to the slowest setting 2 After one second check the battery condition metre Make sure that it remains on 3 Slowly push the joystick forward until you hear the electric brakes click NOTE Your power chair may move when performing this test Immediately release the joystick You must be able to hear each electrical brake operating within a few seconds of joystick movement MONTHLY CHECKS B Check that the anti tip wheels do not rub the ground when you are operating your 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 an authorised Pride Dealer for repair Check the rear casters for wear Replace as necessary Check the rear forks for damage or fluttering which indicates that they may need to be adjusted or the bearings may need to be replaced See an authorised Pride Dealer for repa
36. ng switchbacks 180 degree turns that require you to have good cornering skills on your power chair B Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline B Take wide swings with your power chair s front wheels around any tight corners If you do that the power chair s rear wheels will follow a wide arc not cut the corner short and not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners B When driving down a ramp keep the power chair s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a safely controlled descent See Operation B Avoid sudden stops and starts When climbing an incline try to keep your power chair moving If you must stop start up again slowly and then accelerate cautiously When driving down an incline set your power chair to the slowest setting and drive in the forward direction only 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 WARNING When climbing an incline do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline Drive your power chair straight up the incline This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline AN WARNING You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline i e areas covered with snow ice f
37. nti tip Wheels 15 cm 6 in solid front mounted Maximum Speed Up to 6 4 km 4 mph Brakes Intelligent Braking electronic regenerative disc park brake Ground Clearance 6 cm 2 5 in Maximum Safe Slope 8 796 Maximum Climbing Ability 8 796 Maximum Obstacle Climbing Ability 5 cm 2 in Turning Radius 47 cm 18 5 in Overall Size Length 93 cm 36 5 in Width 58 cm 23 in assembled Seating Options oynergy Seat standard Drivetrain Two motor mid wheel Batteries Two 12 volt U 1 batteries Range Up to 40 km 25 miles Battery Charger 5 amp onboard 5 off board optional Motor Controller 70 amp PG Drives Remote Plus Controller Weight Capacity 72 5 kg 160 lbs Component Weights Seat 20 kg 44 Ibs Front battery and case 12 kg 26 lbs U 1 Battery 11 kg 24 5 lbs Rear battery and case 12 kg 26 lbs U 1 Battery 11 kg 24 5 Ibs Battery well frame 6 kg 13 5 Ibs Front frame 1 kg 2 5 Ibs Right frame assembly 17 kg 38 lbs Left frame assembly 17 kg 38 Ibs Depends on user weight and terrain 12 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 THE QUANTUM DYNAMO 5 JOYSTICK CONTROLLER HARNESS CONNECTOR MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY CHARGER AC POWER RECEPTACLE AMMETRE Figure 6 Power Base Rear View Electroni
38. nty does not detract from but is in addition to your legal rights All electronic parts including controllers and battery chargers have a one 1 year warranty Servicing to the controller or battery charger must be carried out by your authorised Pride Dealer Any attempt to open or dismantle these items renders the guarantee void on that item NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY This guarantee does not extend to those items which may need replacement due to normal wear and tear tyres belts bulbs upholstery plastic shrouds motor brushes fuses and batteries or damage to the product caused by misuse or accident for which Pride or its agent cannot be held responsible This warranty does not include labour or service calls BATTERIES Batteries are covered by a twelve 12 month warranty from the original manufacturer Gradual deterioration in performance due to being left in a discharged state left in cold conditions for long periods of time or worn out through heavy use is not covered SERVICE CHECKS AND WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty service can be performed by your authorised Pride Dealer Please contact your authorised Pride Dealer for advice on the current cost affecting the service visit 32 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 COLPLZAPI 3T L2 CC TN i E Hd ES A Division of Pride Mobility Products Corp Quality Control Q
39. ny guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofits 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 power chair and about the service you received from your authorised Pride Dealer 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 power chair Please feel free to contact us at the address below Pride Mobility Products Ltd Unit 106 Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford Oxfordshire OX25 5HA My Authorised Pride Dealer Is Name Address Phone Number Purchase Date Model Serial Note If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or owner s manual call or e mail us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately 4 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 SAFETY SAFETY N WARNING Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understand ing 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
40. o stop abruptly F WARNING Always turn the power off when you are stationary to prevent unexpected movement MODE KEY Press the key to change speed setting or to activate the power accessories See Speed Settings SPEED SETTING INDICATOR Indicates the selected speed setting Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 19 OPERATION BATTERY CONDITION METRE The battery condition metre is located in front of the joystick This is a 10 segment illuminated display that indicates that the Remote METER Plus is turned on and also gives the status of the battery the con troller and the power chair electrical system B Red yellow and green lights lit Battery charged controller and electrical system OK B Red and yellow lights lit Charge battery if possible controller and electrical system OK B Red lights only lit or slow flash Charge battery as soon as SPEED possible controller and electrical system OK SETTING B Rapid flash of lights Indicates a fault in the controller or the INDICATOR electrical system See Trouble Codes B Ripple up and down of lights The joystick was not in the MODE centre position when the controller was turned on If you get KEY ripple up and down of lights turn off the controller allow the joystick to return to the neutral position then turn on the controller NOTE If you still get ripple up and down of lights con tact your authorised Pride Dealer
41. oid prolonged exposure of your power chair to extreme conditions such as heat cold or moisture B Keep the controller clean B Check all connections on the electronics tray at the rear of the power base to ensure that they are all tight and secured properly B When the battery condition metre is completely lit the batteries are fully charged and the controller and electrical system are OK lf one red bar on the battery condition metre is blinking slowly the batteries are low and need to be charged but the controller and electrical system are OK B battery condition metre is blinking rapidly the controller has detected a fault in either its own circuits or in the power chair s circuits See Operation B Use rubber conditioner on the tyre sidewalls to help preserve them Check the tyres for wear AN WARNING Never use a rubber conditioner on the tread area of the tyres doing so may make the tyres slippery and cause your power chair to skid B 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 B Check all electrical connections Make sure they are tight and are not corroded Batteries must sit flat within the battery area with the battery terminals facing inward toward each other Refer to the frame decal for the correct wiring layout B All wheel bearings are pre lubricated and sealed They require no subsequent lubrication
42. onal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional WARNING Do not bend lean or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down AN between your knees Movements such as these may change your centre of gravity and the weight distribution of the power chair This may cause your power chair to tip possibly resulting in personal injury Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving BATTERIES In addition to following the warnings below be sure to comply with all other battery handling information For more information about your power chair s batteries see Batteries and Charging WARNING Power chair batteries are heavy See the specifications table If are unable to lift that much fs weight be sure to get help Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury 4 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 9 EMI RFI BATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call your authorised Pride Dealer for instructions on disposal Your authorised Pride Dealer will also have the necessary information on battery recycling which is our recommended course of action 2 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessor
43. park areas B Reduce your power chair s speed when driving on uneven terrain and or soft surfaces Avoid tall grass that can entangle the running gear B Avoid loosely packed gravel and sand If you feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface FREEWHEEL MODE Your power chair is equipped with a manual freewheel lever to allow for manual maneuverability by a trained attendant For more information about how to place your power chair into and out of freewheel mode see Your Quantum Dynamo 5 WARNING Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present Personal injury may A IN result AN WARNING Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated on it Personal injury may result Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary N WARNING Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline The chair could roll uncontrol lably on its own causing personal injury STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS KERBS ETC Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces unprotected ledges and or drop offs kerbs porches stairs etc The correct method for approaching a kerb is illustrated in figures 2 and 3 A 1 WARNING Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher than 5 08 cm 2in unless you have the assistance of an attendant Figure 2 Kerb Approach Correct Figure 3 Kerb
44. plug in your battery charger Plug the charger directly into a properly iX wired standard wall outlet To charge the batteries by using the onboard charger 1 Position the rear of your power chair close to a standard wall outlet 2 Becertain that the controller power is turned off and the freewheel levers are in the engaged position See The Quantum Dynamo ATS 3 Extendthe charger power lead and plug it into the wall outlet Your Quantum Dynamo ATS incorporates an inhibit function that disables your power chair when the charger is plugged into a wall outlet 4 The ammetre indicates how much charge is needed to fully charge the batteries Wait about a minute for the charger to warm up The ammetre may move up to as high as 5 5 amps then gradually move back down to 0 amps as it charges 5 We recommend you charge the batteries for 8 to 14 hours As the batteries charge the ammetre needle will slowly drop to zero When the batteries are fully charged the needle will vibrate on or about the zero mark on the metre scale 6 When the batteries are fully charged unplug the power lead from the wall outlet wind it up and store it in a safe place OFF BOARD CHARGER Your power chair may be equipped with an off board or external charger Typically external chargers plug into the joystick controller If your power chair is equipped with an external charger refer to the instructions that come with the charger BATTERY BREAK IN 1 Fully rechar
45. rnesses battery wiring harnesses actuator lighting module for optional equipment The master remote is located typically on the end of an arm rest The other components are located inside the power base REMOTE PLUS MASTER REMOTE The Remote Plus master remote consists of the following 1 joystick 2 keypad 3 controller communications cable 4 off board charger programming socket Figure 12 Remote Plus Master Remote JOYSTICK The joystick controls the direction and speed of your power chair When you move the joystick from the neutral centre position the electromagnetic brakes release and allow your power chair to move The further you push the joystick from its neutral position the faster your power chair moves When you release the joystick and allow it to return to the neutral position you engage the electromagnetic brakes This causes your power chair to decelerate and come to a complete stop AN WARNING If your power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner immediately release the joystick fa Unless the joystick is damaged this action should stop your power chair KEYPAD The keypad is located directly in front of the joystick See figure 13 It contains keys that you will use to control your power chair ON OFF KEY The on off keys toggles the system power on and off A WARNING Unless faced with an emergency situation do not use the on off key to stop the chair This will cause the power chair t
46. rsonal injury and or dam to your power chair Pride will be held responsible for injuries and or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations 1 WARNING Do not carry passengers on your power chair Carrying passengers on your power chair may result in personal injury and or property damage Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 5 SAFETY TYRE INFLATION If your power chair is equipped with pneumatic tyres you should check or have the air pressure checked at least once a week Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tyres and help ensure the smooth operation of your power chair WARNING It is important that 2 4 bar 35 psi tyre pressure be maintained in pneumatic tyres at all times Do not Ho underinflate or overinflate your tyres Low pressure may result in loss of control and overinflated tyres may FA burst Failure to maintain 2 4 bar 35 psi tyre pressure in pneumatic tyres at all times may result in tyre and or wheel failure causing serious personal injury and or damage to your power chair AN WARNING When changing a tyre remove only the centre lug nut then remove the tyre If any further disas sembly is required deflate the tyre completely or it may explode possibly resulting in personal injury INCLINE INFORMATION More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access Some ramps may have turni
47. s removed from the system for any reason CORNERING INFORMATION While your power chair is equipped with rear caster wheels in back and anti tip wheels in front excessively high cornering speeds can still create the possibility of tipping Factors which affect the possibility of tipping include but are not limited to cornering speed steering angle how sharply you are turning uneven road surfaces inclined road surfaces riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area especially at high speed while turning and abrupt directional changes High cornering speeds are not recommended If you feel that you may tip over in a corner reduce your speed and steering angle 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 AW avoid personal injury and or property damage always exercise common sense when cornering OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surfaces composed of concrete blacktop or tarmac However Pride recognises that there will be times when you will encounter other surface types For this reason your power chair is designed to perform admirably on packed soil grass and gravel Feel free to use your power chair safely on lawns and in
48. t once a week If you do not plan on using your power chair for an extended period fully charge the batteries prior to storage Disconnect the battery harnesses and store your power chair in a warm dry environment Avoid temperature extremes such as freezing conditions and excessively hot conditions and never attempt to charge a frozen battery A cold or frozen battery should be warmed for several days prior to recharging NOTE If you are storing your power chair for an extended period of time you may wish to block the unit up off of the ground with several boards under the frame This keeps the tyres off of the ground and prevents the possibility of flat spots developing on the tread area of the tyres WHAT ABOUT PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AGM and Gel Cell batteries are designed for application in power chairs and other mobility vehicles allowing safe transpor tation on aircraft buses and trains as there is no danger of spillage or leakage We suggest you contact the carrier s ticket counter in advance to determine that carrier s specific requirements WHAT ABOUT SHIPPING If you wish to use a freight company to ship your power chair to your final destination repack it in the original shipping container and ship the batteries in separate boxes DISASSEMBLY omm Your Quantum Dynamo ATS disassembles into eight easily transportable component assemblies seat and leg rests not shown with no tools required See figure 14 i WARNING E
49. ted for operator comfort The positioning belt is not designed for use as a restraining device See figure 11 To install the positioning belt if required 1 Insertthe 5 16 in x 2 in button head socket cap screw through the 5 16 in washer and the mounting tab at the end of the positioning belt 2 Install the screw through the 5 16 in spacer and the large black plastic spacer then insert the screw through the seat base rail at the rear of the seat 3 Install the 5 16 in Nylock nut to the assembly and then tighten the screw and nut using a 3 16 in hex key and a 1 2 in open end spanner 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the other side To adjust the positioning belt for operator comfort 1 Once seated insert the metal tab on the right side of the belt into the plastic housing on the opposite strap until you hear a click 2 Pullthe strap on the right side of the belt until it is secure but not so tight as to cause discomfort Vf Lower SCREW Figure 11 Positioning Belt Installation and Adjustment Export Seat Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 www pridemobility com 17 COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS MULTI AXIS FOOT PLATE The multi axis foot plate assembly can be installed on either a swing away footrest or an elevating leg rest The multi axis foot plate has four adjustments leg rest length A po sition B tilt C and angle D See figure 11a To change leg rest length A 1 Remove the hardware 2 Move the leg r
50. 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 authorised Pride Dealer in the instruction pro cess 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 Atrained 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 lifts up and down ramps and over moderate terrain Below are some precautions tips and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to operating the power chair safely MODIFICATIONS Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mo
51. tion If you have any questions about the care or operation of your power chair contact your authorised Pride Dealer N WARNING Direct exposure to water or dampness could cause the power chair to malfunction electronically LAN and mechanically Water can cause electrical components to corrode and the chair s frame to rust Should your Quantum Dynamo ATS come in contact with water 1 Dry your power chair as much as possible with a towel 2 Allow your power chair to sit in a warm dry place for 24 hours to allow unseen water to evaporate 3 Checkthe joystick operation and the brakes before using your power chair again 4 If any inconsistencies are found take your power chair to an authorised Pride service centre TEMPERATURE Your Quantum Dynamo ATS may be affected by extreme changes in temperature Always keep your Quantum Dynamo ATS between the temperatures of 0 C 32 F and 50 C 122 F B In extremely cold temperatures the batteries may freeze The specific temperature at which they freeze depends on a number of factors such as battery charge usage and composition of the batteries e g AGM or Gel Cell B Temperatures above 50 C 122 F may cause your Quantum Dynamo ATS to operate at a reduced speed This is a safety feature built into the controller that helps prevent damage to the motor and other electrical components See Operation GENERAL GUIDELINES B Avoid knocking or bumping the controller especially the joystick B Av
52. ts on the keypad indicate sleep mode by blinking once every five seconds To restore power and continue push the on off key twice THERMAL ROLLBACK The Remote Plus is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit This circuit monitors the temperature of the motors power module and remote In the event that any of them become excessively hot above 50 122 motor voltage is reduced For every degree above 50 C 122 F the voltage is reduced by 5 volts This reduces your power chair s speed and allows the electrical components to cool down When the temperature returns to a safe level your power chair resumes its normal speed TROUBLE CODES In addition to indicating the current state of battery charge the battery condition metre can also indicate possible problems with your power chair The battery condition metre has ten lights The lights provide information by the number of lights that are flashing If any of the metre lights are flashing rapidly the controller may be indicating a fault For instance if the first light is flashing rapidly the battery voltage is nearly depleted The following is a list of the possible errors signified by the rapidly flashing metre When you get a trouble code contact your authorised Pride Dealer FLASHING SOLUTION EMI 7 Possible Joystick Fault oee authorised Pride Dealer Inhibit Active Unplug charger Check connections Right Motor Wiring Fault Check right motor wiring Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB
53. uantum Dynamo ATS Model Serial Serial Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory Date Inspected Inspector Thank you for making the Quantum Dynamo your choice in power chairs We have thoroughly inspected your Quantum Dynamo The following
54. ven though no tools are required to disassemble or assemble your Quantum Dynamo ATS you A h should not place your hands or fingers on the areas of the component assemblies where they may be pinched asthe assemblies snap together or snap apart NOTE During both disassembly and assembly of your Quantum Dynamo ATS take your power chair out of freewheel mode so that the chair does not roll while you are disassembling or assembling it See Your Quan tum Dynamo ATS DISASSEMBLY PREPARATION Position your power chair in a location where there is ample working room on all four sides We recommend three or more feet of clearance on all sides There are eight component assemblies some of which take up a great deal of space when disassembled from the chair Make certain that your power chair is powered off 24 www pridemobility com Quantum Dynamo ATS RevB Jun04 BATTERY WELL FRAME RIGHT POWER BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY FRONT FRAME Figure 14 Quantum Dynamo ATS Component Assemblies DISCONNECT THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER HARNESS Disconnect the joystick 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 REMOVE THE SEAT WARNING Depending on the size of the seat Pride rec N ommends that two people remove the seat to avoid pos sible damage to the seat or your Quantum Dynamo ATS 1 Remove the
55. y provide you with stability during deceleration The anti tip wheels are preset at the factory to a height of 1 9 cm 3 4 in off the ground This is the ideal setting for most Quantum Dynamo ATS users However you may encounter situations where you may need to adjust the anti tip wheels For instance if you drive your power chair on surfaces such as deep pile carpeting you may notice that the anti tip wheels have a tendency to drag on the carpet In this case you may need to raise the anti tip wheels If you drive your power chair primarily on smooth surfaces such as linoleum or tile you may find that you tip forward more than is comfortable for you This may be more apparent for lighter users In this case you may need to lower the anti tip wheels WARNING Consult your authorised Pride Dealer before attempting to change the anti tip wheel height Chang ing the anti tip height affects handling under deceleration WARNING The higher you raise the anti tip wheels the more you increase your power chair s tendency to tilt forward when coming a stop You can compensate for this by having your authorised Pride Dealer make small adjustment to the pre programmed deceleration setting in the controller or by moving the seat assembly further to the rear of your power chair NOTE Before making height adjustments on your anti tips consult your authorised Pride Dealer to make sure that your seat is positioned properly Moving your se
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