SECTION 13—BATTERIES

WARNING

Batteries with terminal configuration as shown below MUST be used. Batteries that have the reverse terminal configuration MUST NOT be used - otherwise injury and damage may occur.

USE THIS CONFIGURATION

 

DO NOT USE

 

NEGATIVE (-)

U1 Battery

 

 

U1 Battery

 

POSITIVE (+)

Battery Terminal

 

 

Battery Terminal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEGATIVE (-)

Battery Terminal

POSITIVE (+) Battery Terminal

NOTE: Recommended battery type is spill proof and requires no maintenance except routine charging.

NOTE: Charge batteries daily. DO NOT allow batteries to completely discharge. To charge batteries, refer to Charging Batteries on page 63.

NOTE: Invacare recommends that both batteries be replaced if one battery is defective.

Removing/Installing the Batteries

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 13.1 on page 60.

WARNING

Install protective caps on POSITIVE (+) and NEGATIVE (-) terminals.

All battery terminal covers (two on the right battery and two on the left battery) MUST be installed prior to use.

Removing

1.Disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 56.

2.Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly on page 37.

3.Remove the top shroud. Refer to Removing/Installing the Top Shroud on page 49.

4.Disconnect the right battery from the controller (BLACK connector).

Part No. 1143206

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Pronto® M41 with SureStep®

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Invacare 1143206 manual Removing/Installing the Batteries

1143206 specifications

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