PROCEDURE 9 | RWD WHEELCHAIRS |
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REPLACING BATTERIES
WARNING
Most batteries are not sold with instructions. However, warnings are frequently noted on the cell caps. Read them carefully, otherwise injury or damage may occur.
NOTE: Invacare recommends that both batteries be replaced if one (1) battery is defective.
Recommended Battery Types
WARNING
The warranty and performance specifications contained in this manual are based on the use of deep cycle gel cell or sealed lead acid batteries. Invacare strongly recommends their use as the power source for this unit.
CAUTION
Failure to use the correct battery size and/or voltage may cause damage to your wheelchair and give you unsatisfactory performance.
3.Clean the terminals and inside the battery clamps by using a battery cleaning tool, wire brush, or medium grade sand paper.
NOTE: When done, these areas should be shiny, not dull.
4. Carefully dust off all metal particles.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES (FIGURE 6)
NOTE: To remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair, reverse the following procedure.
1.Verify that the ON/OFF switch on the joystick is in the OFF position.
2.Position battery boxes onto battery tray. Make sure battery cables on battery boxes are on the same side as the battery connectors on the wheelchair frame.
3.Connect the battery cables from the battery boxes to the battery connectors on the wheelchair frame.
4.Connect the battery box retaining strap clip together.
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CHAIR SEAT | QTY | VOLTS | BCI STOCK | REMARKS |
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2 | 12 | U1 | Deep Cycle | |
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inches | 2 | 12 | 22NF | Deep Cycle |
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NOTE: Charge batteries daily. It is critical not to let them run low at any time.
Cleaning Battery Terminals
WARNING
DO NOT allow the liquid in the battery to come in contact with skin, clothes or other possessions. It is a form of acid and harmful or damaging burns may result. Should the liquid touch your skin, wash the area immediately and thoroughly with cool water. In serious cases or if eye contact is made, seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
The use of safety glasses is recommended when cleaning the battery terminals.
NEVER smoke or strike a match near batteries. If the caps of the battery cells are removed, NEVER look directly into them while charging batteries.
1.Examine battery clamps and terminals for corrosion.
2.Verify that the plastic caps are in place over the battery cell holes.
| Battery Connections on |
Retaining Strap Clip | Side of Wheelchair Frame |
FIGURE 6 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY BOXES
WARNING
The Battery Box Retaining Strap MUST be fastened securely and adjusted properly to hold battery boxes in place before using the wheelchair.
5.Connect the battery box retaining strap clip together and adjust if necessary.
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