BATTERIES | PROCEDURE 7 |
This Procedure includes the following:
Installing/RemovingBatteriesinto/FromBatteryBoxes
Connecting Battery Cables
WARNING
Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing this procedure.
The use of rubber gloves and safetyglasses is recommended when working with batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement ALWAYS be done by a qualified technician.
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
NOTE: For CHARGING BATTERIES or REMOVING/ INSTALLING THE BATTERY BOXES, refer to PROCEDURE 8 - FWD wheelchairs or PROCEDURE 9 - RWD wheelchairs.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES INTO/FROM BATTERY BOXES (FIGURE 1)
NOTE: To remove the battery(ies) from the battery box(es), reverse the following procedure.
NOTE: Have the following tools available:
TOOL | QTY | COMMENTS |
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Battery Lifting Strap | 1 | See Note |
1 | Not Supplied | |
1 | Not Supplied | |
1 | Not Supplied | |
Diagonal Cutters | 1 | Not Supplied |
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*NOTE: The Battery Lifting strap supplied is for Dual 22 NF Batteries ONLY. Refer to the battery manufac- turer for the proper lifting strap and/or battery tools for U1 battery removal/installation.
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.
NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom or on the sides of the battery box(es) or battery(ies), apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the NEW or existing battery(ies), clean the baking soda from the battery box(es) or battery(ies).
NOTE: When securing battery lifting strap to battery, observe polarity markings located on the ends of the battery lifting strap, (+) side to POSITIVE (+) battery terminal/post and
1.If necessary, remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair. Refer to INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES in PROCEDURE 8 - FWD or PROCEDURE 9 - RWD of this manual.
2.Secure the battery lifting strap to battery terminal(s)/ post(s) (FIGURE 1).
CAUTION
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.
3. Place batteries into battery box bottom.
Battery Lifting Strap
Molded Carrying Strap
Or Hold Down Flanges
Battery
Dual 22 NF
ONLY
Battery Terminal(s)/Post(s)
U1 Battery Box
Bottom
Dual 22 NF
Battery Box
Bottom
FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES INTO/FROM BATTERY BOXES
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