Invacare At'm manual Accessories, Charging Batteries

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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that on/off switch on the joystick is in the off position.

Avoid storage or use near external flame or combustible products.

ACCESSORIES

EXTREME care should be exercised when using oxygen in close proximity to electric circuits and other combustible materials. Contact your oxygen supplier for instruction in the use of oxygen.

BATTERIES

The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of 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.

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.

Ensure the pins of the extension cord plug are the same number, size, and shape as those on the charger.

DO NOT under any circumstances cut or remove the round grounding plug from the charger AC cable plug or the extension cord plug.

Three (3) prong to two (2) prong adapters should not be used. Use of three (3) prong adapters can result in improper grounding and present a shock hazard to the user.

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Contents At’m At’m Table of Contents Seat Table of Contents Register Your Product Complete and mail the form on the nextProduct Registration Form Fold here Cut Along Line Special Notes Wheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat RestraintsLabel Location Typical Product Parameters ParametersTire Pressure Controller SETTINGS/REPAIR or ServiceGeneral Guidelines Operation InformationGeneral Guidelines Charging Batteries AccessoriesBatteries Grounding Instructions Weight TrainingWeight Limitation Rain TestEMI Information EMI Information Coping with Everyday Obstacles SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsStability and Balance LIFTING/STAIRWAYS Reaching and Bending Backward Percentage of Weight DistributionREACHING, Leaning and Bending Forward INSPECT/ADJUST Initially Safety INSPECTION/ TroubleshootingSafety Inspection Checklists INSPECT/ADJUST Periodically INSPECT/ADJUST WeeklyINSPECT/ADJUST Monthly Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Probable Cause SolutionsWheelchair Operation Turning the Power ON/OFFUsing the Joystick to Drive the Chair Operating the WheelchairUsing the Horn Movement ActionSpeed Control Knob Joystick Switches and IndicatorsON/OFF Button JoystickWheelchair Operation Display Description Definition Comments Resetting the Circuit Breaker Multi Function Charger PortSeat REMOVING/INSTALLING the SeatInstalling RemovingREMOVING/INSTALLING the Seat Replacing Seat Positioning Strap Replacing Seat Positioning StrapConnecting DISCONNECTING/CONNECTING the JoystickDisconnecting JoystickRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickRecommended Battery Type BatteriesREMOVING/INSTALLING the Battery Pack REMOVING/INSTALLING the Battery PackRemoving REMOVING/INSTALLING the Batteries FROM/INTO Battery Pack Charging BatteriesMulti-Function Charger Port Motors ENGAGING/DISENGAGING the MotorsWheels and Casters Replacing Front CastersAdjusting Forks Adjusting ForksREMOVING/INSTALLING the Drive Wheels REMOVING/INSTALLING the Drive WheelsTransporting the Wheelchair Limited Warranty USA