SECTION 10—ELEVATE BATTERIES
Cleaning Battery Terminals
WARNING
Most batteries are not sold with instructions. However, warnings are frequently noted on the cell caps. Read them carefully.
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.
1.Examine battery terminals for corrosion.
2.Verify the plastic caps are in place over battery cell holes.
3.Clean terminals by using a battery cleaning tool, wire brush, or medium grade sand paper.
NOTE: Upon completion, areas should be shiny, not dull.
4. Carefully dust off all metal particles.
Removing/Installing the Batteries From/Into the Wheelchair
Removing the Battery Door and Rear Shrouds
CAUTION
Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed with- out risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.2 on page 67.
1.Verify the joystick ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
2.Remove the two thumb screws that secure the rear shroud to the wheelchair.
3.Remove the rear shroud from the wheelchair.
4.TRBKTS Options Only - Perform the following steps:
A.Remove two thumb screws that secure the top controller shroud (Detail “B”) to the battery box.
B.Remove the top controller shroud from the battery box.
5.Remove both mounting screws from side of battery door.
6.Remove the battery door from the front of wheelchair.
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