SECTION 10—BATTERIES/CHARGER
Removing/Installing Batteries From/Into Battery Tray
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.
CAUTION
Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
Some battery manufacturers mold a carrying strap and/or hold down flanges directly into the battery case. Batteries which interfere with the battery box cannot be used for these applications. Attempting to “wedge” a battery into a battery box may damage the box and/or the battery.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.2 on page 90.
NOTE: Have the following tools available:
TOOL | QUANTITY | COMMENTS |
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Battery Lifting Strap | 1 | Supplied |
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1 | Not Supplied | |
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1 | Not Supplied | |
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1 | Not Supplied | |
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Diagonal Cutters | 1 | Not Supplied |
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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.
NOTE: Never install/reinstall a battery with a cracked or otherwise damaged case.
NOTE: When securing battery lifting strap to battery, observe polarity markings located on the ends of the battery lifting strap, (+) side to POSITIVE (+) battery post and
NOTE: Battery covers are used on wheelchairs manufactured BEFORE 7/14/03.
NOTE: Wheelchairs manufactured AFTER 7/14/03 DO NOT use battery covers.
Pronto® M71™ | 88 | Part No 1118377 |
