V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
You may need the following to change your batteries:
metric/standard socket set and ratchet
adjustable wrench
To replace the batteries:
1.Place the power chair on a flat, level surface.
2.Turn off the power to the controller.
3.Make sure the power chair is in drive mode. See figure 4.
4.Disconnect the controller harness from the power base.
5.Loosen the thumbscrews from the rear of the power chair. See figure 18.
6.Remove the rear shroud.
7.Disconnect the battery cables from the terminals of each battery. See figure 18.
8.Remove both batteries from the power base.
9.Install new batteries into the power base. Make sure the terminals of each battery are facing the rear of the power chair. See figure 18.
10.Connect the front battery cable to the front battery terminals according to the battery wiring diagram. Make sure that the battery terminal hardware is facing the correct direction. See figure 18.
11.Connect the rear battery cable to the rear battery terminals according to the battery wiring diagram. Make sure that the battery terminal hardware is facing the correct direction. See figure 18.
WARNING! Make sure you tighten the fasteners so that the connections are secure.
12.Tighten the thumbscrews to secure the rear shroud.
13.Reconnect the controller harness to the power base.
14.Charge the batteries. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”
When to Contact Your Authorized Pride Provider for Service
The following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your power chair. If necessary, contact your authorized Pride Provider. When calling, have the model number, serial number, nature of the problem, and the error code if available.
Motor noise
Frayed harnesses
Cracked or broken connectors
Uneven wear on any of the tires
Jerky motion
Pulling to one side
Bent or broken wheel assemblies
Does not power up
Powers up, but does not move
Loose seat or seating components
Corrective Maintenance
If the battery condition meter does not light up when you turn on the power:
Check the harness connections. Make sure they are tight.
Check the circuit breaker. Reset it if necessary.
Check the battery connections.
If the above conditions prove normal, you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester. These testers are available at automotive parts stores. Disconnect both batteries before load testing and follow the directions that come with the load tester. If either one of the batteries fails the load test, replace both of them. If your power chair still does not power up, contact your authorized Pride Provider.
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