Invacare Wheelchair manual Batteries, T T E R I E S

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BATTERIES

PROCEDURE 9

This Procedure includes the following:

Installing/Removing Batteries into/From Battery Boxes

Connecting Battery Cables

WARNING

Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF be- fore performing this procedure.

The use of rubber gloves and safety glasses is rec- ommended when working with batteries.

Invacare strongly recommends that battery in- stallation and battery replacement ALWAYS be done by a qualified technician.

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

NOTE: For CHANGING or REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERY BOXES, refer to PROCEDURE 10 - FWD wheelchairs or PROCEDURE 11 - RWD wheelchairs.

INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES INTO/FROM BATTERY BOXES (FIGURE 1)

NOTE: To remove the battery(ies) from the battery box(es), reverse the following procedure.

NOTE: Have the following tools available:

TOOL

QTY

COMMENTS

 

 

 

Battery Lifting Strap

1

See Note

1/2-inch (6 pt) Box Wrench

1

Not Supplied

7/16-inch (6pt) Box Wrench

1

Not Supplied

3/8-inch (6pt) Box Wrench

1

Not Supplied

Diagonal Cutters

1

Not Supplied

 

 

 

*NOTE: The Battery Lifting strap supplied is for Group 22 Batteries ONLY. Refer to the battery manufacturer for the proper lifting strap and/or battery tools for U1 battery removal/installation.

WARNING

ALWAYS use a battery lifting strap when lifting a battery. It is the most convenient method and assures that the battery acid will not spill. It also helps to prolong the life of the battery.

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

NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom or on the sides of the battery box(es) or battery(ies), apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Be- fore reinstalling the NEW or existing battery(ies), clean the baking soda from the battery box(es) or battery(ies).

NOTE: When securing battery lifting strap to battery, observe polarity markings located on the ends of the battery lifting strap, (+) side to POSITIVE (+) battery terminal/post and (-) side to NEGATIVE (-) battery ter- minal/post.

1.If necessary, remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING BAT- TERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 10 - FWD or PRO- CEDURE 11 - RWD of this manual.

2.Secure the battery lifting strap to battery terminal(s)/ post(s) (FIGURE 1).

CAUTION

Somebatterymanufacturersmoldacarryingstrap and/or hold down flanges directly into the bat- tery case. Batteries which interfere with the bat- tery box cannot be used for these applications. Attempting to “wedge” a battery into a battery box may damage the box and/or the battery.

3. Place batteries into battery box bottom.

Battery Lifting Strap

Molded Carrying Strap

Or Hold Down Flanges

Battery

Group 22 ONLY

Battery Terminal(s)/Post(s)

U1 Battery Box

Bottom

22NF Battery Box Bottom

FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES INTO/

FROM BATTERY BOXES

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Contents Excel R N I N G Understanding this MANUAL. if YOU are Unable toTable of Contents Specifications Specification SPower Repair or Service Information ProcedureElectrical General GuidelinesTilting RWD Wheelchairs Only SAFETY/HANDLING WheelchairsStability and Balance Coping With Everyday ObstaclesTransferring to and From Other Seats Percentage of Weight DistributionStairways Functional Reach From a Wheelchair Shows the motor mounting positionsReaching, Bending Backward Reaching, Leaning, Bending and Bending ForwardProcedure Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Safety Inspection ChecklistTroubleshooting Mechanical Procedure 2SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting ElectricalChecking Battery Charge Level Number of Floating Balls Will Vary According to Charge Using Hydrometer to Check Battery Cells Lead Acid FigureO N T I N G S INSTALLING/REMOVING Footrests FigureAdjusting Footrest Height Procedure Front RiggingsRaising/Lowering Elevating Legrests INSTALLING/REMOVING Elevating Legrests FigureAdjusting Calfpads Procedure Arms Adjusting Captains Seat Armrests FigureUPHOLSTERY/POSITIONING Strap Replacing Seat PositioningStrap Figure Replacing Seat Upholstery FigureC T R O N I C S Mkiv Joystick MountingTube Adjustment LockRepositioning Mkiv Joystick Preparing Mkiv Joystick for USE FigureRWD Wheelchairs Figure Replacing Battery BOX Retaining StrapRetaining Strap T a I N I N G R a PDust Cover Locknut Nylon Washer Caster Headtube Fork Adjusting Forks FigureS T E R S Remove the dust cover from the caster headtubeT T E R I E S BatteriesDirect Mount Method Connecting Battery CablesDual U1 or Dual Group 22 Battery Boxes Battery CableBattery Positive + Battery Terminal/PostBattery Orange Battery Terminal Cap + BatteryBattery Clamp Battery Cable T E R I E S RED Battery Clamp Cover Positive + BatteryUnfolding/Folding Integrated Sling Seats Figure Transporting ExcelE E L C H a I R S Seat RailsFWD Wheelchairs AdjustingLocknut Insert the rear socket bolt through the wheelchair Securely tighten with the locknut Push PinsSupport in this procedure of the manual Flip UpMounting REMOVING/INSTALLING Captains Seat FigureLimit Switch Armrest Captains Joystick SeatREMOVING/INSTALLING Shrouds Figure Installing Side Shrouds and Fillers When to Charge Batteries FigureA I R S Battery Discharge Indicator BDIDescription and Use of Battery Chargers Charging Batteries FigureCleaning Battery Terminals Battery Charger Three Pronged Plug Front View From BatteryCharger Port Joystick Battery Boxes Recommended Battery TypesUnfolding Battery Tray for Use Figure INSTALLING/REMOVING Battery Boxes FigureBattery Tray Folding Battery Tray for Transport FigureOutside of Wheelchair Front of Wheelchair ENGAGING/DISENGAGING Clutches Figures 15Unfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting Power 9000 FigureA I R RWD Wheelchairs H a I R S Battery Charger Connector on Side of Wheelchair From BatteryClutches Figures 6 Battery Tray FigureENGAGING/DISENGAGING Wheels Using Wheel Locks FigureTab Towards rearTighten the wheel lock to the wheelchair frame Mended psi on the side wall of tireMotor Set Screw ExtensionHandle Rubber Tip If Equipped Page T E S Warranty Limited WarrantyRev D 1 5/00
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