BATTERIES

PROCEDURE 9

This Procedure Includes the Following:

Installing/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery Box(es)

Connecting Battery Cables When to Charge Batteries Charging Batteries Replacing Batteries Installing/Removing Group 24 Battery Boxes Installing/Removing Group 22NF Battery Boxes

WARNING

Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure.

The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or face shields is recommended when working with batteries.

Invacare strongly recommends that battery instal- lation 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.

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

NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom or on the sides of thebatterybox(es)orbattery(ies),applybakingsodatothese areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the NEWorexistingbattery(ies),cleanthebakingsodafromthe battery box(es) or battery(ies).

NOTE: When securing battery lifting strap to battery, ob- serve polarity markings located on the ends of the battery liftingstrap,(+)sidetoPOSITIVE(+)batterypostand(-)side to NEGATIVE (-) battery post.

1.If necessary, remove the battery boxes from the wheel- chair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES - GROUP 24 BATTERY BASE FRAMES in this procedure of the manual.

2.Secure battery lifting strap to battery terminal(s)/post(s) (FIGURE1).

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.

B A T T E R I E S

NOTE: To remove the battery(ies) from the battery box(es), reversethefollowingprocedure.

NOTE: Have the following tools available:

TOOL

QTY

COMMENTS

 

 

 

Battery Lifting Strap

1

Supplied

1/2-inch (6 pt) Box Wrench

1

Not Supplied

 

 

 

WARNING

ALWAYSuseabatteryliftingstrapwhenliftingabat- tery. 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.

Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.

Thewarrantyandperformancespecificationscon- tainedinthismanualarebasedontheuseofdeep cycle gel cell or sealed lead acid batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit.

Battery

 

Lifting

Molded Carrying Straps (Must be

Strap

removed before installation)

Group 24

Battery Box Bottom

Group 22NF

Battery Box

Bottom

FIGURE1-INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES

INTO/FROM BATTERYBOXES

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Arrow FWD, RWD, MWD specifications

Invacare is a renowned name in the field of mobility technologies, consistently innovating and enhancing the mobility devices market. Among its outstanding offerings are the Invacare MWD (Mid Wheel Drive), RWD (Rear Wheel Drive), and Arrow FWD (Front Wheel Drive) wheelchairs. Each of these models serves unique user needs, featuring distinct designs and functionalities.

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