Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto Rival 3MP del fabbricante Quantum
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Including Models: Quantum Rival 3S, Quan tum Rival 3SP, and Quantum Rival 3MP QUANTUM Rival Series Date Inspected Inspector *INFMANU4309* Product Serial # Quality Control - Rival Pride keeps a more detailed r e port on file at the factory .
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this power chair and must perform all of th e procedures in this manual. The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chai r to identify warnings and important information.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 3 I. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. ..... 4 II. SAFETY ...........................................................
4 www.pridemob ility.com Rival I. INTRODUCTION SAFETY WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a divisi on of Pride Mobility Products (Pri de). The power chair you have pur- chased combines state-of -the-art components with safety , comfort, and styling in mind.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 5 II. SAFETY Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition. PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the power chair to identi fy warnings, mandatory acti ons, and prohibited actions.
6 www.pridemob ility.com Rival II. SAFETY Removal of grounding prong can create electri cal hazard. If necessary, properl y install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged p lug access. Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 7 II. SAFETY Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals.
8 www.pridemob ility.com Rival II. SAFETY Disposal and recycling - Contact your Quant um Rehab Provider for information on proper disposal and recycling of your Pride pro duct and its packaging. Unlocked and in freewheel mode. Locked and in drive mode.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 9 II. SAFETY Does not meet 7176-19 standards for occup ied transport in a motor vehicle. Indicates power chair securement po ints. Indicates electrical shock hazard. Indicates flammable material. Do not expose to heat sourc es such as open flame or sparks.
10 www.pridemobility.com R iva l II. SAFETY GENERAL GUIDELINES MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without c ompletely reading and understanding this owner’s manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 11 II. SAFETY Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximu m weight capacity. Ple ase refer to th e specifications tabl e for this limit. Keep in mind that the maximum weight capacity includes the combined wei ght of the user and any accessories mounted to the power chair.
12 www.pridemobility.com R iva l II. SAFETY Figure 1. Maximum Recommended Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending ) WARNING! If your power chair is equipped with a reclining seatback, do not attempt to negotiate inclines with the seat in a reclined position.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 13 II. SAFETY Public Street s and Roadways WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your power chair. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules.
14 www.pridemobility.com R iva l Stairs and Escalators Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always us e an elevator. WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators. Doors Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 15 II. SAFETY WARNING! Pride does not recommend using the power chair as a seat in a motor vehicle. The power chair user should transfer into the v ehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed belt restraint system if and whenever feasible.
16 www.pridemobility.com R iva l Reaching and Bending Never reach, lean, or bend wh ile driving your power chair. If it is absolutely necessa ry to reach, lean, or bend while seated on your power chai r, it is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the power chair from tipping.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 17 II. SAFETY WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribe d or over-the-counter medication or if you have certain physical limitations. So me medications and limitations may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner.
18 www.pridemobility.com R iva l CASTER WHEEL III. YOUR POWER CHAIR THE RIVAL Your power chair has two main assemblies: the se at and the power base. See figures 5 and 6.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 19 MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER Figure 6. The Rival Power Base MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS ANTI-TIP WHEELS Electrical Components The electrical components are located on the front of the power base. See figure 6. Main Circuit Breaker: The main circuit breaker is a safety feature built into your pow er chair.
20 www.pridemobility.com R iva l SECUREMENT BRACKETS Sport-Trac Suspension Your power chair is equippe d with Sport-Trac Suspension (STS). STS is a suspension system designed to make your power chair traverse different types of terrain and obstacles while maintaining smooth opera tion.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 21 MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS Figure 10. Freewheel Mode (Drive Dise ngaged) Figure 9. Drive Mode (Drive Enga ged) Never attach tie-downs to adjustable , moving, or removable parts of the power chair such as armrests, front riggings, and wheels.
22 www.pridemobility.com R iva l IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS You may need the follow ing to make comfort adjustments: metric/standard socket set and ratchet adjustable wrench metric/standard h.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 23 IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Figure 12. Seat Pos ition Adjustment SEAT MOUNTING HOLES 7. Remove the hardware that attaches th e trapeze bars to the seat interface we ldments. See figure 11. 8. Move the trapeze bars up or down to the desired height.
24 www.pridemobility.com R iva l IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Seatback Angle Adjustment If your power chair is equipped with an adjustable seat- back, you can adjust it to f our (4) different angles: 90°, 102°, 105°, or 107°. To adjust the seatback angle: 1.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 25 SETSCREW CONTROLLER BRA CKET IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Figure 14. Controller Position Controller Position You can move the controller in toward or out away from the armrest, or change the positi on of the controller for either left-hand or right-hand use.
26 www.pridemobility.com R iva l ANTI-TIP WHEEL IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Figure 15. Anti-Tip Wheel Assembly ANTI-TIP WHEEL BRACKET BOLTS Anti-Tip Wh eels The anti-tip wheels are designed to give your power chair increased stability on rough surf aces. The anti-tip wheels are preset at the factory for smoot h surfaces or indoor use only.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 27 IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Positioning Belt Your power chair may be equipped with a positioning belt that can be adjust ed for operator comfort. See figure 16. The positioning belt is designed to support the operator so that he/she doe s not slide down or forward in the seat.
28 www.pridemobility.com R iva l V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES AND CHARGING The Rival uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cy cle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no nee d to check the electrolyte (fl uid) level.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 29 V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING Battery Break-in To break in new bat terie s for maximum efficiency: 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance level.
30 www.pridemobility.com R iva l V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING Daily Use If you use your power chair on a daily ba sis, charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using your power chair. Your power chair will be ready each morning to give you a full day’s servic e.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 31 V. BATTERIES AND CHARGING How can I ensure maximum battery life? A fully charged deep-cycle battery wi ll provide reliable performance and extended battery life. Keep your power chair’s batteries fully charged whenever possible.
32 www.pridemobility.com R iva l VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Rival is a sophisticate d power chair. Like any moto rized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks , but others require assistance from your Quantum Rehab Provider.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 33 VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE All wheel bearings are prelubr icated and sealed. They requi re no subsequent lubrication. The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can appl y a light coat of car wax to help it retain its high-gloss appearance.
34 www.pridemobility.com R iva l VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Storage Your power chair should be stored in a dry place, free from temperature extremes. When storing, disconnect the batteries from the power chair.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 35 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, comple tely deflate it before removing the wheel.
36 www.pridemobility.com R iva l VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Figure 20. Bat tery Replacemen t To replace the batteri es: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Push the manual freewheel levers down for drive mode. 3. Loosen the battery knobs and remove the rear battery door.
Rival www.pridemobility.com 37 When to See Your Quantum Rehab Provider for Service The following symptoms could indicate a serious probl em with your power chair. If necessary, contact your Quantum Rehab Provider. When calling, have the model number, serial numbe r, nature of the problem, and the trouble code if available.
38 www.pridemobility.com R iva l NOTES.
WARNING! A Quantum Rehab Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this power chair and must perform all of th e procedures in this manual. The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chai r to identify warnings and important information.
Including Models: Quantum Rival 3S, Quan tum Rival 3SP, and Quantum Rival 3MP QUANTUM Rival Series Date Inspected Inspector *INFMANU4309* Product Serial # Quality Control - Rival Pride keeps a more detailed r e port on file at the factory .
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