SECTION
REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
WARNING
Never unplug the battery cables by pulling on the wires. Unplug the battery cables by pulling on the connector ONLY. Otherwise injury or damage may result.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 8.2.
NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery pack, 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.
REMOVING
1.Verify the joystick on/off button is in the off position and disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 32.
2.Disconnect the battery connector from the wheelchair (RED and BLACK connector).
3.Using the battery handle, lift the battery pack up and away from the wheelchair base.
INSTALLING
1.Verify the joystick on/off button is in the off position and disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 32.
2.Position the battery pack into brackets located on the rear of the wheelchair.
3.Connect the battery connector to the connector on the rear of the wheelchair (RED and BLACK connector).
4.Connect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 32.
Wheelchair Base
RED and BLACK
Battery Connector
Battery Pack
Handle
Brackets
Battery Pack
RED and BLACK
Controller Connector
FIGURE 8.2 - REMOVING/INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
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