Invacare Nutron Series manual Grounding Instructions, Charging Batteries

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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

Grounding Instructions

DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three‐prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards. Where a two‐prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two‐prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three‐prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code. If you must use an extension cord, use only a three‐wire extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE WARNING TAGS on some equipment. DO NOT remove these tags.

Batteries

The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the deep cycle gel cell batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit.

Carefully read battery/battery charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair.

Charging Batteries

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 operate wheelchair with extension cord attached to the AC cable.

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.

READ and CAREFULLY follow the manufacturer’s instructions for each charger (supplied or purchased). If charging instructions are not supplied, consult a qualified technician for proper procedures.

After charging batteries, ALWAYS make sure that the battery charger cord is unplugged. Failure to do so may result in damage to the cord or personal injury to the user or bystanders.

Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire and electric shock.

When using an extension cord, use only a three (3) wire extension cord having at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire and the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire and electric shock.

Part No.1106644

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Nutron® Series

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Contents Nutron Series Nutron Series Part No.1106644 Table of Contents Back UPHOLSTERY/SEAT Positioning Strap Complete and mail the form on the next Register Your ProductProduct Registration Form Fold here Cut Along Line Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Restraints Special NotesNutron R32, R32LX Typical Product ParametersGeneral Guidelines Repair or Service InformationOperating Information Tire Pressure Electrical AccessoriesBatteries Grounding InstructionsCharging Batteries Weight Limitation Weight TrainingRain Test EMI Information EMI Information Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday ObstaclesTilting Curbs TiltingStairways Escalators Transferring To and From Other SeatsReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Percentage of Weight DistributionReaching and Bending Backward Reaching and Bending BackwardSafety Inspection Checklists Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Periodically Inspect/Adjust MonthlySymptom Probable Cause Solutions Troubleshooting GuideDON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelWheelchair Operation Turning the Power On/OffOperating the Wheelchair Using the Horn Using the Joystick to Drive the ChairSPJ Joystick Switches and Indicators Display Description Definition Installing Installing/Removing the FootrestsFront Riggings RemovingModel PW93, PW93E, and PW93ST Footrests Adjusting the Footrest HeightModel 93M, 904A, PAL4A, and PAS4A Footrests Replacing Heel LoopsRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests Installing/Removing Elevating LegrestsAdjusting Calfpads Adjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging SupportAdjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Support Arms Adjusting Armrest HeightArmrest Pad Using Swing-Back ArmsClothing Guard Removing/Installing Armrest Removing/Installing ArmrestBack Adjusting the Back HeightReplacing Seat Upholstery UPHOLSTERY/SEAT Positioning StrapReplacing Back Upholstery Replacing Back Upholstery Replacing Seat Positioning StrapReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Preparing the Joystick For Use JoystickRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickCasters Adjusting ForksBatteries Using the Proper BatteriesUsing the Proper Batteries Recommended Battery TypesInstalling/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery Boxes Installing/Removing the Battery TrayInstalling/Removing the Battery Tray Place batteries into battery box bottom Direct Mount Method Connecting Battery CablesBatteries Connecting Battery Cables Direct Mount Method Connecting Battery Cables Battery Clamp Method Battery Clamp MethodInstalling Battery Clamp Cover Connecting Battery Cables -Battery Clamp Method Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap 10 Replacing the Battery Box Retaining Strap Cleaning Battery TerminalsCharging Batteries When To Charge BatteriesConnecting the Battery Charger Description and Use of Battery ChargersEngaging/Disengaging the Clutches CLUTCH/MOTOR LockCLUTCH/MOTOR Lock Installing/Adjusting Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel LocksWheel Locks Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks UsingANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Removing the Anti-TippersInstalling/Removing the Anti-Tippers Transporting the Nutron TransportingUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting the Nutron Limited Warranty USA