Pride Mobility Jazzy Select 6 manual Battery Break-in, Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

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V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G

WARNING! If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use, then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors. Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more information.

To charge the batteries using the off-board charger:

1.Position the front of your power chair next to a standard electrical outlet.

2.Be certain the controller power is turned off and the freewheel levers are in the engaged position. See III. “Your Power Chair.”

3.Plug the off-board charger into the off-board charger/programming socket on the controller.

4.Plug the off-board charger into the electrical outlet.

NOTE: If it is a Pride off-board charger, then there are two lights in it. The red light indicates that power to the off-board charger is on. The green light indicates that the batteries are fully charged. If it is not a Pride off- board charger, then follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer.

5. When the batteries are fully charged, unplug the off-board charger from the electrical outlet and then from the controller.

Battery Break-in

To break in new batteries 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.

2.Operate your power chair throughout the house and yard. Move slowly at first, and do not travel too far until you become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries.

3.Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and operate your power chair again. The batteries will now perform at over 90% of their potential.

4.After four or five charging cycles, the batteries will top off at 100% charge and last for an extended period.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How does the charger work?

The battery charger takes the standard electrical outlet voltage of 120 VAC (alternating current) and converts it to 24 VDC (direct current). The power chair batteries use direct current to run your power chair. When the battery voltage is low, the charger works harder to charge the battery. As the battery voltage approaches full charge, the charger doesn’t work as hard to complete the charging cycle. When the battery is fully charged, the amperage from the charger is nearly at zero. This is how the charger maintains a charge but does not overcharge the battery.

Can I use a different battery charger?

You should use the charger supplied with the power chair. It is the safest, most efficient tool to charge the batteries. We do not recommend using other types of chargers (e.g., an automotive battery charger).

NOTE: Your power chair’s charger will not operate after the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage. If this happens, call your authorized Pride Provider for assistance.

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Contents Jazzy F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Quick Reference InformationN T E N T S Safety N T R O D U C T I O NPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryPride Owners Club Product Safety Symbols S a F E T YS a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y 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 Stairs and Escalators DoorsElevators Lift/Elevation ProductsBatteries Alcohol/Smoking TransfersPrescription Drugs/Physical Limitations Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI Jazzy Select Series Power Chair I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I RJazzyselectseriesspecifications Jazzy Select Power Base Electrical Components Manual Freewheel Levers To engage or disengage the drive motorsInitial Assembly Seat InstallationTo install the seat A S S E M B L YTo clamp the quick release fastener Quick Release Fastener OperationTo change the seat height Seat Height AdjustmentO M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S Manual Recline Seatback Adjustment Seatback Angle AdjustmentArmrest Width Adjustment Armrest Angle AdjustmentArmrest Height Adjustment To change the armrest heightController Position To extend the controllerFoot Platform Angle Adjustment Foot Platform Height AdjustmentFoot Platform Depth Adjustment Swing-away Footrests Elevating Leg RestsTo adjust the anti-tip wheels Anti-Tip Wheels Jazzy Select OnlyCharging 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 FAQsWhy do my new batteries seem weak? How often must I charge the batteries?Daily Use Infrequent UseHow can I ensure maximum battery life? How should I store my power chair and its batteries?What about public transportation? What about shipping?Care and Maintenance Should your power chair come in contact with waterTemperature I . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C EDaily Checks Weekly ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksDisposal of Your Power Chair Cleaning and DisinfectionWheel Replacement StorageBattery Replacement Jazzy Select 6 Drive WheelBattery Installation Seat Removed for Clarity When to See Your Authorized Pride Provider for Service To replace the batteriesCorrective Maintenance I I . W a R R a N T Y Reconditioned Units Warranty Warranty ExclusionsService Checks and Warranty Service Exclusions also include components with damage caused byQuality Control Jazzy Select Series Date Inspected Inspector INFMANU3351 Product Serial #
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