SECTION
SECTION 8—BATTERIES
WARNINGS FOR HANDLING AND REPLACING BATTERIES
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Make sure power to the wheelchair is off before performing this section.
Most batteries are not sold with instructions. However, warnings are frequently noted on the cell caps. Read them carefully, otherwise serious injury or damage may occur.
The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or face shields is recommended when working with batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement ALWAYS be done by a qualified technician.
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 posts at the same time. An electrical short may occur and serious personal injury or damage may occur.
The POSITIVE (+) RED battery cable must connect to the POSITIVE (+) battery terminal, otherwise serious damage will occur to the electrical system.
NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery tray or on the sides of the battery(ies), apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the existing or new battery(ies), clean the baking soda from the battery tray or battery(ies) being sure to avoid contact with skin and eyes. Determine source of contamination. Never install/reinstall a battery with a cracked or otherwise damaged case.
RECOMMENDED BATTERY TYPE
CAUTION
Failure to use the correct battery size and/or voltage may cause damage to the wheelchair and give unsatisfactory per- fomance.
This wheelchair uses two (2)
Battery
FIGURE 8.1 - RECOMMENDED
BATTERY TYPE
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