MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
PROLONGING THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
The Freeway Lite’s battery is fully sealed and requires no maintenance. It should last for approximately 2000 treatments with normal use, but will last even longer if you follow these rules:
1.Fully discharge the battery at least once a month and fully charge again. This is accomplished by running the Freeway Lite from the battery until it stops working (approximately 10 to 12 minutes after the LOW POWER indicator illuminates). After the unit is completely discharged, use the AC/DC power pack to fully charge the battery pack (approximately 16 hours).
2.Keep the battery connected to the Freeway Lite and fully charged at all times. If you own more than one (1) battery pack ensure that it is stored fully charged. It will slowly discharge and after six (6) months will be completely discharged.
CAUTION
Storing an extra battery completely discharged may cause perma- nent damage.
3.Operate your Freeway Lite from the AC/DC power pack or from a 12 volt DC source whenever possible.
4.Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
WARNING
DO NOT operate the unit or charge the batteries in temperatures above 104oF (40oC) or below 41oF (5oC), or place near heat sources such as radiators or fires.
5.Always replace the rubber covers over the battery connections if you remove the battery. This is essential to protect battery connections from damage.
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard. DO NOT remove outer case of this unit. All disassembly and maintenance of this unit MUST BE done by a Qualified Invacare Dealer.
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