Invacare 1143206 manual Battery Charger Operation

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SECTION 13—BATTERIES

CAUTION

New batteries MUST be fully charged prior to initial use of the wheelchair. ALWAYS 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.

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 by plugging an independent battery charger into the port located on the front of the joystick.

Battery Charger Operation

WARNING

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.

NEVER leave the charger unattended when the charger circuit breaker is tripping. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire and electric shock.

Read and carefully follow the individual instructions for each charger (supplied or purchased). If charging instructions are not supplied, consult a qualified technician for proper procedures.

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Contents Pronto M41 With SureStep Accessories Warning Reference DocumentsTable of Contents Arms Batteries Special Notes MeaningSpecial Notes Label Location Positive +Typical Product Parameters FOLD-DOWNTypical Product Parameters FOLD-DOWN Controller Settings/Repair or Service Accessories InformationGeneral Guidelines Operation InformationGeneral Guidelines Batteries Charging BatteriesWeight Training Weight LimitationGrounding Instructions Rain TestEMI Information EMI Information Initial Setup Setup ChecklistSAFETY/HANDLING of Wheelchairs Stability and BalanceCoping With Everyday Obstacles Coping With Everyday ObstaclesPinch Points Lifting/StairwaysLifting/Stairways Transferring To and From Other Seats Transferring To and From Other SeatsReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Reaching and Bending BackwardSafety Inspection Checklists Safety InspectionInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Weekly Inspect/Adjust MonthlyInspect/Adjust Periodically Troubleshooting GuideAll Wheelchairs Troubleshooting Electrical SPJ+ JoysticksInformation Gauge Display Diagnostics Turning the Power On/Off Wheelchair OperationUsing the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair Movement ActionOn/Off Button MK5 SPJ-INT Joystick Switches and IndicatorsSpeedometer Joystick Speed Control ButtonsCharger/Programming Input Service Indicator Information Gauge DisplayRemoving/Installing the Arms ArmsAdjusting Width Adjusting the ArmsAdjusting Angle Adjusting Height Semi-Recline Seats Only Adjusting Depth Fold Down Back Seats OnlyRemoving/Installing the Seat Assembly InstallingSeat RemovingAdjusting the Back Angle Semi-Recline Back Adjusting the HeadrestReplacing the Seat Positioning Strap Back seat shownFootboard Assembly Removing/Installing the Footboard AssemblyAdjusting the Footboard Assembly AngleAdjusting the Footboard Assembly Depth DepthAdjusting the Footboard Assembly Height HeightInstalling/Removing Front Riggings Front RiggingsAdjusting Footrest Height Model PHWH93Replacing Heel Loops Model PH904A and PHAL4AAdjusting/Replacing Telescoping Front Rigging Supports Raising/Lowering Elevating Front RiggingsFront Rigging Shroud and Wheels Removing/Installing the Top ShroudReplacing the Flat Free Tires on the Wheel Rim Removing/Installing the Rear Shroud Removing/Installing Casters Engaging/Disengaging Motor Release LeverAdjusting Forks Removing/Installing CastersRemoving/Installing Forks and/or Caster Assemblies Adjusting Anti-Dive SpringsRemoving/Installing the Joystick Assembly ElectronicsRemoving/Installing the Joystick Assembly Repositioning the JoystickDisconnecting the Joystick Disconnecting/Connecting the JoystickConnecting the Joystick Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick Using the Proper Batteries BatteriesRemoving/Installing the Batteries Removing/Installing the Batteries Connecting/Disconnecting Battery Cables Connecting Battery CablesTerminal CapNOTE Handles on batteries removed for clarity Disconnecting Battery Cables Charging BatteriesBattery Charger Operation Battery Charger Operation Accessories Installing/Removing the Crutch/Cane HolderInstalling/Removing the Oxygen Holder Installing/Removing/Using the Walker Holder Installing/Removing the Walker HolderUsing the Walker Holder Installing/Removing/Using the Walker HolderPronto M41 with SureStep Global Limited Warranty Excluding Canada Canada Limited Warranty USA