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VIII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
! 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.
! Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded.
! All wheel bearings are prelubricated and sealed. They require no subsequent lubrication.
Daily Checks
! With the controller turned off, check the joystick. Make sure it is not bent or damaged and that it returns to the neutral
position when you release it. Check the rubber boot around the base of the joystick for damage. Visually inspect the
boot. Do not handle or try to repair it. See your Quantum Rehab Specialist if there is a problem.
! Visually inspect the controller cable. Make sure that it is not frayed, cut, or has any wires exposed. See your Quantum
Rehab Specialist if there is a problem.
! Check for flat spots on solid tires. Flat spots could adversely affect stability.
Weekly Checks
! Disconnect and inspect the controller cable connector from the power base. Look for corrosion. Contact your Quantum Rehab
Specialist 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 tire inflation. There should be 35 psi (2.4 bar) in each tire if equipped with pneumatic tires. If a tire does not hold
air, see your Quantum Rehab Specialist for replacement of the tube.
! 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 check the brakes:
1. Turn on the controller and turn down the speed level of your power chair.
2. After one second, check the battery condition meter. Make sure that it remains on.
3. Slowly push the joystick forward until you hear the electromagnetic brakes click. Immediately release the joystick. You
must be able to hear each electromagnetic brake operating within a few seconds of joystick movement. Repeat this test
three times, pushing the joystick backward, then left, and then right.
Monthly Checks
! Check that the anti-tip wheels do not rub the ground when you operate the power chair. Adjust them as necessary. See
V. “Comfort Adjustments.”
! Check for extreme wear on the anti-tip wheels. Replace them as necessary.
! Check for drive tire wear. See your Quantum Rehab Specialist for repair.
! Check the caster wheels for wear. Replace them as necessary.
! Check the caster forks for damage or fluttering which indicates that they may need to be adjusted or have the bearings
replaced. See your Quantum Rehab Specialist for repair.
! Keep your power chair clean and free of foreign material, such as mud, dirt, hair, food, drink, etc.
Yearly Checks
Take your power chair to your Quantum Rehab Specialist for yearly maintenance. This helps 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
from the power chair. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”