Owners Manual ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owners manual before operating your power chair. Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA ï www.quantumrehab.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this ownerís 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 personís failure to follow the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this ownerís manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 4 INFORMATION EXCHANGE ................................................................................................................. 4 OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................. 5 YOUR QUANTUM BLAST ..........
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Ltd. (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Quantum Blast. Your Blast design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, attractive styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation of your new power chair will add convenience to your daily living. Please read and follow all instructions in this ownerís manual before attempting to operate your power chair for the first time.
OPERATION OPERATION Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions such as dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognises that there may be times when you will encounter other types of surfaces. For this reason, your power chair can also drive on packed soil, grass, and gravel. Feel free to use your power chair safely on dry lawns and in park areas as well.
OPERATION WARNING! Your power chair's road performance 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. WARNING! Your power chair can be a source of electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED GRADE Pride performs extensive testing with on our power chair.
YOUR QUANTUM BLAST YOUR QUANTUM BLAST Your Quantum Blast has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figures 2 and 3. There are a wide range of seating options for the Blast, as well as custom configurations. Commonly, the seating assembly contains a seatback, armrests, joystick, and footrest mounts. Your Blast may feature a tilt or recline seating system, alternate joystick mount, or a number of other specialty features to further enhance your mobility.
YOUR QUANTUM BLAST FREEWHEEL LEVER BATTERY COMPARTMENT DOOR DRIVE WHEEL ANTI-TIP WHEELS Fig 3. Blast Rear View Blast Specifications 35.6 cm (14 in. ) pneumatic, Per-charge 35.6 cm (14 in.) solid (optional) Range 23 cm (9 in.) pneumatic, (solid Electronics optional) 15 cm (6 in. ) solid, suspended, Batter y Charger rear mounted Spor t-Trac rear, All-Conditions Caster Weight Beam front Capacity 14 km/h Base Weight Up to 9.5 cm (3.75 in.) Seat Weight 84 cm (33 in.) Batter y Weight 84.5 cm (33 in.);114.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The electrical system consists of two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries, the onboard battery charger, the charger ammeter, the self-resetting thermal fuse, and the controller. The batteries sit on the frame, inside the power base. The charger, the ammeter, and the charger fuse are mounted to the frame. Depending on the controller configuration, the controller may be mounted on the end of the armrest, or on the frame.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BATTERIES The batteries are sealed and maintenance free, so there is no need to check the electrolyte fluid level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable. CAUTION! Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge, and are also unsafe for use in power chairs.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The batteries on your Blast are located inside the power base, between the drive wheels. Periodically, your batteries will need servicing. You can access the batteries through the access door located at the rear of your Blast. See figures 5 and 6. To access batteries: 1. Slide the door latches inward, toward the center. 2. Pull out the access door, allowing it to fold down like a "tailgate." WARNING! Do not stand on the battery access door.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Can I use a different battery charger? Use only the charger supplied with the Blast. It is the safest, most efficient tool to charge the batteries. We do not recommend using other types of chargers. How often must I charge the batteries? If you use your Blast on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using your power chair. Your Blast will be ready each morning to give you a full day's service.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM harnesses and store the Blast in a warm, dry environment. Avoid temperature extremes, such as freezing 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 Blast for an extended period of time, you may wish to block the unit up with several boards under the frame.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MOTOR BRUSHES The electric motors that power your Blast use carbon brushes. These brushes may become susceptible to wear over a long period of time. The motor brushes are the two contacts located inside the motor assembly that supply power to the motor. They are designed to provide several thousand hours of operation. However, if the brushes become dirty with carbon deposits or wear out, the motor will run poorly or not at all.
REMOTE PLUS CONTROLLER BATTERY CONDITION METER The battery condition meter consists of 10 LEDs over the speed indicator. See figure 9. These lights are an accurate indication of your usable battery capacity. They also alert you of any faults found within your unit. See ìTrouble Codes.î ON/OFF KEY The on/off key turns your unit on and off. HORN KEY This key activates the horn. MODE KEY AND SPEED INDICATOR The Remote Plus joystick controller is equipped with a mode key and a speed indicator. See figure 9.
REMOTE PLUS CONTROLLER CONTROLLER FOLDBACK The Remote Plus controller is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit. This circuit monitors the temperature of the motors and the controller. In the event that the motors or the controller become excessively hot (above 50C/122F), the controller reduces the motor voltage. For every degree above 50C/122F, the controller reduces the voltage by 5 volts. This reduces your Blastís speed and allows the electrical components to cool down.
WHEELS AND SUSPENSION WHEELS AND SUSPENSION Your Blast is equipped with three sets of wheel assemblies: two anti-tip wheels, two drive wheels, and two caster wheels. Each of the wheels has its own suspension system that increases your comfort, traction, stability, and safety. WARNING! The drive wheel and caster suspension system are optimised at the factory and should not be adjusted by the user. If you alter either system, you may affect the Blast’s handling characteristics.
WHEELS AND SUSPENSION According to personal needs and lifestyle, you may wish to adjust the height of the anti-tips. By raising the anti-tip wheels, ground clearance increases, as does your Blast's ability to "wheelie" for obstacle climbing. Lowering the anti-tip wheels decreases the ground clearance, as well as limits rearward pitching, increasing stability. To adjust anti-tip wheels: 1. Remove the anti-tip axle bolt and nylon spacers using two, 1.27 cm ( in.) spanners. See figure 13. 2.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE l l Batteries must sit flat within the battery well, with the battery terminals facing inward, toward each other. Refer to the frame decal for the correct wiring layout. All wheel bearings are prelubricated and sealed. They require no subsequent lubrication. MOISTURE Your Blast, like most electrical equipment, is susceptible to damage from the elements. Avoid damp areas of any kind.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE YEARLY CHECKS Take your Blast to an authorised Pride provider for yearly maintenance. This helps ensure that your Blast 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 from the Blast. WARNING! If you fail to store the unit properly, the frame can rust and the electronics can be damaged.
WARRANTY WARRANTY FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Structural frame components, including platform, fork, seat posts, and frame welds. TWO-YEAR WARRANTY Drivetrain, including differential, motor, and brakes. ONE-YEAR 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 warranty does not detract from, but is in addition to your legal rights.
NOTES NOTES Quantum Blast 22 BLAST/REV D/OCTOBER 2002
NOTES NOTES BLAST/REV D/OCTOBER 2002 23 Quantum Blast
Quality Control - Quantum Blast 850 Model #______________ Serial #______________ Controller Serial # Fit and Finish Inclusion of all Parts Performance Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory. Date Inspected Inspector Thank you for making the Quantum Blast Series your choice in power chairs. We have thoroughly inspected your Quantum Blast. The following check marks indicate that it has been tested, driven, and inspected.
