Pride Mobility J6 2SP manual Battery Replacement, To replace the batteries

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V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E

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 an authorized Pride 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.

PROHIBITED! Keep tools and other metal objects away from the battery terminals. Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.

You may need the following to change your batteries: metric/standard socket set and ratchet

adjustable wrench

To replace the batteries:

1.Turn off the power to the controller.

2.Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.”

3.Loosen the rear shroud fasteners.

4.Remove the rear shroud. See figure 28.

5.Disconnect the battery harness from the rear battery.

6.Remove the retaining pin and lift off the front cover using the foot platform bracket. See figure 20.

7.Slide the battery tray forward.

8.Disconnect the battery harness from the front battery.

9.Unfasten the hook and loop straps from both batteries.

10.Remove the batteries.

11.Install new batteries.

12.Fasten the hook and loop straps around both batteries.

13.Connect the battery harness to the front battery according to the battery wiring diagram. See figure 28.

WARNING! Make sure you tighten the fasteners so that the connections are secure.

14.Slide the battery tray back into the power base.

15.Replace the front cover and reinstall the retaining pin.

16.Connect the battery harness to the rear battery.

17.Reinstall the rear shroud.

18.Reinstall the rear shroud and tighten the fasteners.

19.Charge the batteries. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”

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Contents Including Models J6 2S and J6 2SP F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Quick Reference InformationN T E N T S IIIPURCHASER’S Agreement SafetyN T R O D U C T I O N Shipping and DeliveryProduct Safety Symbols S a F E T YS a F E T Y S a F E T Y Shroud Modifications Pre-Ride Safety CheckGeneral Guidelines Incline Information Weight LimitationsTire Inflation Cornering Information Freewheel ModeBraking Information Stationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Inclement Weather PrecautionsPublic Streets and Roadways Outdoor Driving Surfaces To navigate up over a curb or stationary obstacleElevators Stairs and EscalatorsDoors Lift Systems/Elevation ProductsPositioning Belts BatteriesTransfers Prescription Drugs/Physical LimitationsAlcohol/Smoking Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFIJ6 Power Chair I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I RJ6 Power Base Electrical ComponentsJ6 Electrical Components Manual Freewheel Levers To engage or disengage the drive motorsInitial Assembly A S S E M B L YSeat Installation To install the seatPower Seat Option Installation To install the power seatSeat Height and Seat Angle Adjustment Comfort AdjustmentsYou may need the following to make comfort adjust- ments O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T SSeat Position Manual Recline Seatback AdjustmentSeatback Angle Adjustment Controller Position Armrest Width AdjustmentArmrest Angle Adjustment To adjust the foot platform depth Foot Platform Height AdjustmentFoot Platform Depth Adjustment To raise or lower the foot platformPower Elevating Seat Optional Foot Platform Angle AdjustmentTo adjust the foot platform angle To change the seat height through toggle switchCharging the Batteries B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N GBatteries and Charging Battery Break-in Frequently Asked Questions FAQsInfrequent Use Why do my new batteries seem weak?Daily Use How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?What about public transportation? How can I ensure maximum battery life?How should I store my power chair and its batteries? What about shipping?Temperature Care and MaintenanceShould your power chair come in contact with water I . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C ETo check the brakes Daily ChecksWeekly Checks Monthly ChecksWheel Replacement Disposal of Your Power ChairCleaning and Disinfection StorageSolid Drive Wheel Removal Battery Installation Battery Replacement To replace the batteriesWhen to See Your authorized Pride Provider for Service Corrective MaintenanceP E N D I X I Specification S J6 SpecificationsJ6 Dimensions and Ground Clearance T E S Page Quality Control J6 Product Serial #
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