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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY......................................................................................... 4
CANTILEVER LIFT SYSTEM ....................................................... 6
VIBE WITH CANTILEVER LIFT SYSTEM SPECS....................... 8
CANTILEVER LIFT OPERATION - VSI......................................... 9
CANTILEVER LIFT OPERATION - REMOTE PLUS .................. 10
CANTILEVER LIFT OPERATION - EUROPA ............................. 11
SEAT DUMP ADJUSTMENT ...................................................... 12
SEAT POSITION ADJUSTMENT................................................ 14
WARRANTY................................................................................ 15
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SAFETY
WELCOME to Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Products Corporation
(Pride)& The product you have purchased combines state of the art components
with safety, comfort and styling in mind&We are confident that the design features
will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities&
Understanding how to safely operate and care for this product should bring you
years of trouble free operations and service&
Read and follow all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual and all other
accompanying literature before attempting to operate this product for the first
time& In addition, your safetydepends upon you, as well as your provider, caretaker,
or healthcare professional in using good judgement&
This manual is to be used in addition to the power base owner’s manual that came
with your power chair& 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 Quantum Rehab Specialist& Failure to follow the instructions,
warnings, andnotesinthismanualandthoselocatedonyourPrideproductcan
resultinpersonalinjuryorproductdamageandwillvoidPride’sproductwarrantyꢀ
INTERNETAND PRIVATE PURCHASES
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device
expert has properly fit the product to meet your needs and has assisted the
prescribing healthcare professional and/or the Quantum Rehab Specialist in the
instruction process for the use of the product&
If you purchased this product over the internet or from a previous owner and you
have any questions about the safe use and/or maintenance of the product, please
visit the Pride web site or contact your Quantum Rehab Specialist&
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 any 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&
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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 lift system,
and about the service you received from your Quantum Rehab Specialist&
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 Pride product& Please feel free to contact us at the
address below:
Pride Mobility Products Corporation
Attn: Customer Care Department
182 SusquehannaAvenue
Exeter, PA18643-2694
customercare@pridemobility&com
800-800-8586 (Quantum - US)
888-570-1113 (Quantum - CAN)
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or
your copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a
new one immediately.
PRIDE OWNER’S CLUB
As an owner of a Pride product, you are encouraged to enroll in the Pride Owners
Club& Complete and return your enclosed product registration card or visit Pride's
web site at www&pridemobility&com&
From our home page, select "Owners Club" to enter a page dedicated to current
and potential Pride product owners&You will gain access to interviews, stories,
recreation ideas, daily living tips, product and funding information, and interactive
message boards& These message boards invite you to communicate with other
Pride customers as well as Pride representatives who are available to assist you
with any questions or concerns you may have&
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CANTILEVER LIFT SYSTEM
The Cantilever Lift System is designed specifically for theVibe power base& The
Cantilever Lift System consists of a lift frame that is integrated into theVibe power
base, an actuator, and an actuator lighting module (ALM)& See figure 1&TheALM
enables the controller to divert power from the batteries to the actuator&The actuator
provides the lift& The total lift is 12 inches& Lift speed is 1/2 inch per second& The
CantileverLiftSystemisequippedwithaspeedinhibitthatreducesyourpowerchair’s
speed to one quarter (1/4) when the seat is elevated more than 3 inches&
LIFT FRAME
ACTUATOR
ALM
Rear View
Figure 1. Cantilever Lift System
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NOTE: Raising the cantilever lift can change your center of gravity.
The cantilever lift option is intended for use on a flat, hard, level surface
only. See figure 2.
NOTE: Check to be sure the speed inhibit system is operating properly
before using your power chair.
Figure 2. Use Lift on Flat, Hard, Level Surface Only
NOTE: Limit your movement while the lift is in an elevated position.
Raising the lift can enhance the capabilities of the power chair in the following ways:
n Your level of reach is extended to allow more freedom and independence in
many environments&
n You are closer to the eye level of standing persons&This provides better
interaction&
WARNING! Maintain recommended tire pressure in the drive wheels
and the caster wheels to ensure stability. Refer to the Vibe Owner’s
Manual.
WARNING! Do not raise the lift from its lowest position on an inclined
surface.
WARNING! Do not raise the cantilever lift while your power chair is in
freewheel mode.
WARNING! Fasten the lap belt prior to operating the cantilever lift.
WARNING! Downward movement of the lift can create a pinch point.
Keep all body parts out of the path of travel.
Failure to heed any of the above can result in personal injury and/or
property damage.
NOTE: Lift adjustment speed is less than 1/2-inch per second.
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VIBE WITH CANTILEVER LIFT SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Suspension:
Full suspension-SportTrac
DriveWheels:
CasterWheels:
14 inꢀ, pneumatic, rear-mounted(14inꢀ, solidareoptional)
9 inꢀ pneumatic, front-mounted (9 inꢀ solid, 8 inꢀ solid, and 6 inꢀ
solidareoptional)
Anti-tipWheels:
4inꢀ, solid, rear-mounted
MaximumSpeed:* Up to 6 mph
Brakes:
“IntelligentBraking”electronicregenerative, discparkbrake
GroundClearance: 3ꢀ75 inꢀ
TurningRadius:
TurningDiameter
OverallSize:
24 inꢀ (withoutfootriggings)
48 inꢀ (withoutfootriggings)
Length:35ꢀ5inꢀ (withoutfootriggings)
Length:48inꢀ(withswing-awayfootrests)
Width: 25 inꢀ
SeatingOptions:
Specialty Seat(standard)
Medium-BackSeat (optional)
SynergySeat(optional)
High-BackSeat(optional)
RecliningSeat(optional)
Twomotor, rear-wheeldrive
Group34
Drivetrain:
Batteries:
Range:*
Up to 25 miles
BatteryCharger:
Electronics:
8-amp,off-board
50-ampPGDrivesVSI(standard)
70-ampPGDrivesRemotePlus (optional)
70-ampDynamicEuropa(optional)
300 lbsꢀ
WeightCapacity:
ComponentWeights: Base:90ꢀ5lbsꢀ(withoutbatteriesandwithpneumaticdrivewheels)
CantileverLift Speed: 1/2-inꢀpersecond
CantileverLift
Extention:
Maximum 12 inꢀ
*Dependingonuserweightandterrainꢀ
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CANTILEVER LIFT OPERATION - VSI
To operate the cantilever lift:
1& Bring your power chair to a complete stop&
2& Press an actuator key until the actuator light is on& See figure 3&
3& Push the joystick forward to raise the lift& Pull the joystick back to lower the
lift& Once the lift reaches its highest extension and the lift action stops, you
should continue to hear and/or feel the lift motor running& This is because there
is a clutch mechanism that allows the motor to continue running after the lift
has reached its limit& This clutch works at both the top and bottom extensions
of the lift& When you release the joystick, the lift motor will stop&
NOTE: Do not allow the motor to run more than a few seconds after
the lift reaches the top or bottom limit.
4& Press the actuator key again until the actuator light goes out&
Figure 3. VSI Controller
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CANTILEVER LIFT OPERATION - REMOTE PLUS
To operate the cantilever lift:
1& Bring your power chair to a complete stop&
2& Press the mode key until the actuator indicator lights up& See figure 4&
3& Push the joystick forward to raise the lift& Pull the joystick back to lower the
lift& Once the lift reaches its highest extension and the lift action stops, you
should continue to hear and/or feel the lift motor running& This is because there
is a clutch mechanism that allows the motor to continue running after the lift
has reached its limit& This clutch works at both the top and bottom extensions
of the lift& When you release the joystick, the lift motor will stop&
NOTE: Do not allow the motor to run more than a few seconds after
the mechanism reaches the top or bottom limit.
4& Press the mode key again until the speed setting indicator lights up&
ACTUATOR
INDICATOR
SPEED
SETTING
INDICATOR
MODE
KEY
Figure 4. Remote Plus Controller
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CANTILEVER LIFT OPERATION - EUROPA
To operate the cantilever lift:
1& Bring your power chair to a complete stop&
2& Press an actuator select key until an “A” appears in the drive mode and actuator
display& See figure 5&
3& Pull the joystick back to raise the lift& Push the joystick forward to lower the
lift& Once the lift reaches its highest extension and the lift action stops, you
should continue to hear and/or feel the lift motor running& This is because there
is a clutch mechanism that allows the motor to continue running after the lift
has reached its limit& This clutch works at both the top and bottom extensions
of the lift& When you release the joystick, the lift motor will stop&
NOTE: Do not allow the motor to run more than a few seconds after
the mechanism reaches the top or bottom limit.
4& Press the drive program select key until a number appears in the drive mode
and actuator display&
Figure 5. Europa Controller
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SEAT DUMPADJUSTMENT
The cantilever seat dump is preset at 5°& The seat adjustment range is 0 - 10°& See
figure 6&
WARNING! Do not service this product be serviced while it is occupied.
Failure to heed can result in personal injury and/or property damage.
NOTE: Changing the seat dump is a complicated task and should be
performed by a Quantum Rehab Specialist only.
To adjust the seat dump:
1& Turn the fasteners on the front cover one quarter (1/4) turn in any direction&
See figure 7&
2& Remove the cover&
3& Loosen the locknuts on each of the turnbuckles&
4& Rotate the large turnbuckle clockwise and the small turnbuckle
counterclockwise to increase seat dump& Rotate the large turnbuckle
counterclockwise and the small turnbuckle clockwise to decrease seat dump&
5& Tighten the locknuts on each of the turnbuckles&
6& Reinstall the cover&
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Figure 6. Seat Dump
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FRONT COVER
LOCKNUT
TURNBUCKLE
LOCKNUT
LOCKNUT
TURNBUCKLE
LOCKNUT
Figure 7. Seat Dump Adjustment
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SEAT POSITIONADJUSTMENT
Seat position is preset at Pride during assembly& If for any reason, the seat was
removed from the cantilever lift frame, it must be reinstalled exactly as illustrated
below& See figures 8, 9, and 10& For removal and installation instructions, refer to
the Vibe Owner’s Manual or the Basic Operation Instructions that accompanied
the seat&
USE ONLY
THE FIRST
OR SECOND
USE FIRST
HOLES
HOLE ONLY
Figure 9. Specialty Seat (UMS)
Figure 8. Contoured Seat (UMS)
14.5 in.
SEAT POST HOLE
Figure 10. Synergy Seat
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18-MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
For eighteen (18) months from the date of purchase, Pride will repair or replace at
our option to the original purchaser, free of charge, any of the following parts
found upon examination by an authorized representative of Pride to be defective
in material and/or workmanship:
n Actuator
n LiftMechanism
Warranty service can be performed by your authorized Pride Provider& Do not
return faulty parts to Pride without prior consent&All transportation costs and
shipping damage incurred while submitting parts for repair or replacement are the
responsibility of the purchaser&
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Quality Control - Cantilever Lift System
We have thoroughly inspected your Cantilever Lift Systemꢀ The following
checkmarks indicate that it has been tested and inspectedꢀ
Model #______________
Serial #______________
Fit and Finish
Inclusion of
all Parts
Performance
Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factoryꢀ
Date Inspected
Inspector
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