Owner`s manual

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FRONT RIM
HALF
WHEEL
HUB
VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 23. Quantum 610 Drive Wheel Disassembled
WASHERS
TIRE
REAR RIM HALF
NUTS
Figure 22. Quantum 610 Drive Wheel
TUBE
DRIVE WHEEL
WASHER
DRIVE
WHEEL
NUT
AXLE
SLOT
AXLE KEY
Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both pneumatic and solid tires:
1. Turn off the power to the controller.
2. Set the power chair up on blocks.
3. If you are changing a pneumatic tire, completely deflate it before removing the wheel.
4. Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle. See figure 22.
5. Pull the wheel off the axle.
6. Remove the nuts and washers from the wheel hub and separate the rim halves. See figure 23.
7. Remove the old tube from the pneumatic tire and replace it with a new tube or replace the entire assembly if
it is a solid tire.
8. Reassemble the rim halves and reinstall the nuts and washers to the wheel hub.
9. Slide the wheel back onto the axle. Make sure that the key is in the axle slot.
WARNING! Ensure that the axle key is properly installed into the axle slot when mounting the
wheel. If not installed securely, the braking system is disengaged wihch may cause personal
injury and/or product damage may result.
10. Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer to the axle and tighten.
WARNING! Make sure both the nut and washer are reinstalled and secured properly.
11. Inflate pneumatic tires to the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on each tire.
12. Remove the power chair from the blocks.
Battery Replacement
A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the front battery tray. See VI. “Batteries and Charging”
for correct battery specifications.
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.
WARNING! The batteries in your power chair should only be serviced or replaced by a
Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified technician.
WARNING! Do not replace batteries when seat is occupied.
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable
to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid
lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same
time.