Invacare FDX-CG, FDX-MCG user manual Batteries

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8 SETUP/MAINTENANCE

8.4 Batteries

￿ WARNING

The use of rubber gloves is recommended when working with batteries.

Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement always be done by a qualified technician.

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

GP34 batteries weigh 42 pounds each. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury.

DO NOT lift batteries by the hook and loop battery strap. The hook and loop battery strap should be used to assist in removing the batteries from the wheelchair base frame.

DO NOT tip the batteries. Keep the batteries in an upright position.

NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery post(s) at the same time. An electrical short may occur and serious personal injury or damage may occur.

When tightening the clamps, always use a box wrench. Pliers will “round off” the nuts. NEVER wiggle the battery terminal(s)/post(s) when tightening. The battery may become damaged.

The POSITIVE (+) RED battery cable MUST connect to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal(s)/post(s), otherwise serious damage will occur to the electrical system.

Install protective caps on POSITIVE (+) and NEGATIVE (-) battery terminals.

Do not remove fuse or mounting hardware from POSITIVE (+) red battery cable mounting screw.

Unless otherwise indicated, make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing these procedures.

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.

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Contents Invacare FDX Contents Label Locations Technical Data Motor LOCKS/WHEEL Locks SETUP/MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Symbols GeneralGlobal Limited Warranty Excluding Canada Reference DocumentsGeneral Canada Limited Warranty Safety General GuidelinesOperation Information Setup DrivingSafety Stairways and Escalators Repair or Service Information Safety/Handling Safety Stability and Balance Do not stand on the frame of the wheelchair Coping with Everyday Obstacles Coping with Everyday ObstaclesFootplates and Front Rigging Reaching, Leaning and Bending ForwardReaching, Bending Backward Front View Transferring To and From Other SeatsTop View Storage Electrical Grounding Instructions Electrical BatteriesElectrical Charging Batteries Weight Limitation Weight TrainingElectromagnetic Interference EMI From Radio Wave Sources Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference EMI Safety Label Locations Wheelchairs without Trro Label located under the front shroudWheelchairs with Trro Wheelchairs with Running LightsOverall Dimensions Typical Product Parameters ModelsSeat WheelsWeight Wheelchair Operation Preparing the Joystick for UseSPJ+ Joysticks Operating the Wheelchair Turning the Power On/OffMPJ+ Joystick Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair  For this procedure, refer to onFront Wheelchair Rear Wheelchair *The mode button is only present on SPJ+ w/ACC joystick Speedometer On/Off ButtonSpeed Control Buttons Service Indicator JoystickCharger/Programming Input Information Gauge DisplayMPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators On/Off Drive Select Toggle SwitchSpeed Control LCD Display ScreensLCD Display Clock Driving Screen User Settings User Settings Set Date and Time Battery VoltageIcon Description Programmable Mono Ports 1 and 2 with External Mode Switch Remote On/Off SwitchWhen to Charge Batteries Mode SwitchMemory Card Slot SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS and SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS and SPJ+ w/ACC Joysticks Display ScreenCharging Batteries Description and Use of Battery Chargers Display Mini-DisplayRunning Lights Through Single Function Switch Single Function SwitchRunning Lights Running Lights Through MPJ+ JoystickMotor Locks/Wheel Locks Disengaging/Engaging Motor Lock LeversDisengaging/Engaging Motor Lock Levers Accessories Warning Disengaging/Engaging Wheel Lock LeversTransport Ready Option Trro About Transport Ready Packages Specifications Compliance InformationPositioning the Wheelchair in the Vehicle Side ViewSecurement Points Securing the WheelchairSecuring the Occupant Wheelchair-Anchored Belts Detail a Pelvic Belt Rear View Vehicle-Anchored BeltsSeating System Positioning Belts Positioning Belts Setup/Maintenance Setup/Delivery InspectionUser/Attendant Inspection Checklists Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust PeriodicallyService Inspection Six Month InspectionSETUP/MAINTENANCE Inspect/Adjust Every 18 Months Batteries For Wheelchairs Using GP34 Batteries Using the Proper BatteriesRemoving/Installing the Batteries Tool QTYRemoving/Installing the Front Battery Removing/Installing the BatteriesRemoving/Installing the Rear Battery Removing the Rear ShroudRemove the rear battery from the wheelchair base frame Detail a Replacing the Batteries and/or Battery Cables Disconnecting Battery CablesConnecting Battery Cables Perform on one battery at a timeFront Battery Replacing the Batteries and/or Battery CablesAnti-Tippers Anti-TippersAdjusting Forks Adjusting ForksRepositioning Joystick Repositioning JoystickDisconnecting/Connecting the Joysticks DisconnectingDisconnecting/Connecting the Joysticks MPJ+ Joysticks MPJ+ JoysticksDriving Performance Electrical SPJ+, SPJ+ w/PSS or SPJ+ w/ACC JoysticksDisplay Description Definition Service Indicator Light Symptom Probable Cause Solutions MPJ+, PSR+, PSF+ Joysticks or DisplaysCtrl not Connected Improperly Checking Battery Charge Level DON’TInvacare FDX Invacare FDX USA