Invacare Pronto M91 Base manual Charging Batteries

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SECTION 9—BATTERIES

Charging Batteries

DANGER

When using an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord having at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire and the same or higher electrical rating as the devise being connected. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. Three prong to two prong adapters should not be used. Use of three prong adapters can result in improper grounding and present a shock hazard to the user.

WARNING

Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery terminals.

DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the wheelchair at the same time.

DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed to ANY type of moisture.

DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair is outside. DO NOT sit in the wheelchair while charging the batteries.

DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries using both the on-board battery charger AND an independent battery charger (plugged into the joystick charger port) at the SAME time. Doing so will reduce the life of the batteries.

READ and CAREFULLY follow the manufactures instructions for each charger (supplied or purchased). If charging instructions are not supplied, consult a qualified technician for proper procedures prior to use.

CAUTION

New batteries MUST be fully charged prior to initial use of the wheelchair. Always fully charge new batteries before initial use or battery life will be reduced.

As a general rule, you should recharge your batteries as frequently as possible to assure the longest possible life and to minimize required charging time. Plan to recharge them when you do not anticipate using the wheelchair.

Some basic concepts which will help you understand this automatic process are:

The amount of electrical current drawn within a given time to charge a battery is called “charge rate”. If, due to usage, the charge stored in the battery is low, the charge rate is high. As a charge builds up, the charge rate is reduced, and the battery charger rate decreases to a “trickle charge”.

NOTE: If the batteries need to be charged more often or take longer to charge than normal, they may need to be replaced. Contact a qualified technician.

NOTE: The batteries can be charged using the on‐board battery charger or by plugging an independent battery charger into the port located on the front of the SPJ‐80/DPJ/MPJ joysticks.

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Contents Pronto M91Base With SureStep Reference Documents Reference DocumentsManual Table of Contents Wheelchair Operation Table of ContentsSeat Transport Ready Package Register Your ProductSpecial Notes Special NotesMeaning Special Notes Label Locations M91 StandardLabel Locations M91 Heavy Duty Wheelchairs With Trro Wheelchairs Without Trro Inch Typical Product ParametersPronto M91 Typical Product ParametersOperation Information Controller Settings/Repair or ServiceAccessories Information General GuidelinesGeneral Guidelines Batteries Charging Batteries Grounding InstructionsRain Test Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Model Weight LimitationEMI Information EMI InformationEMI Information SAFETY/HANDLING of Wheelchairs SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday Obstacles Coping With Everyday ObstaclesPinch Points Pinch PointsLifting/Stairways Hand Hold Supports Lifting/StairwaysTransferring To and From Other Seats Transferring To and From Other SeatsReaching and Bending Backward Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardSafety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Safety INSPECTION/ TroubleshootingSafety Inspection Checklists Inspect/Adjust InitiallyInspect/Adjust Weekly Inspect/Adjust MonthlyInspect/Adjust Periodically SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS or SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks Troubleshooting MechanicalTroubleshooting Electrical SolutionsDisplay Description Definition Possible SolutionMPJ+, PSR+, PSF+ Joysticks or Displays Symptom Probable Cause SolutionsDON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelWheelchair Operation Turning the Power On/OffWheelchair Operation Operating the WheelchairMovement Action Using the Joystick to Drive the WheelchairSpeedometer On/Off ButtonCharger/Programming Input Service IndicatorSpeed Control Buttons JoystickInformation Gauge Display MPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators Drive Select Toggle SwitchSpeed Control Splash Screen LCD Display ScreensLCD Display Driving Screen Programmable Mono Port 1/2 or External Mode Switch Remote On/Off SwitchWheelchair Operation Icon Description Mode Switch Preparing the Joystick for UseMemory Card Slot Adjustable Asba Seat Repositioning the JoystickVan Seat Disconnecting/Connecting the Joysticks SPJ+ Joysticks DisconnectingConnecting MPJ+ Joysticks DisconnectingSeat Removing/Installing the Seat AssemblySeat RemovingInstalling Tilting the Seat AssemblyTilting the Seat Assembly Forward Tilting the Seat Assembly BackFootboard Assembly Removing/Installing the Footboard AssemblyFootboard Assembly Angle Adjusting the Footboard AssemblyDepth Adjusting the Footboard Assembly DepthSHROUD/WHEELS Removing/Installing the ShroudsSHROUD/WHEELS Replacing the Flat Free Tires on the Wheel RimRemoving/Installing the Shrouds Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release Lever Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release LeverReplacing Front/Rear Caster Assemblies Adjusting ForksBatteries BatteriesTool QTY Comments Installing/Removing the BatteriesBatteries with/without Lifting straps Tie Wrap Connecting/Disconnecting the Battery Wiring Harness Connecting/Disconnecting the Battery Wiring Harness When to Charge Batteries SPJ+ JoysticksMPJ+ Joystick Charging Batteries On-Board Battery Charger Battery Charger OperationTo Wall Outlet Independent ChargerTool Quantity Required ItemsTransport Ready Package Transport Ready PackageCompliance Information SpecificationsWheelchair Weight Limit About Transport Ready PackagesPositioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle Securing the Wheelchair to the VehicleSecuring the Wheelchair Securement PointsWheelchair-Anchored Belts Securing the OccupantSeating System Vehicle-Anchored BeltsPositioning Belts Positioning BeltsPronto M91Base with SureStep Global Limited Warranty Excluding Canada Global Limited Warranty Excluding CanadaUSA Canada Limited Warranty