SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING

Checking Battery Charge Level

The following “Do’s” and “Don’ts” are provided for your convenience and safety.

DON’T

DO

 

 

Don’t perform any installation or maintenance

Read and understand this manual and any service

without first reading this manual.

information that accompanies a battery and charger before

 

operating the wheelchair.

 

 

Don’t perform installation or maintenance of

Move the wheelchair to a work area before cleaning

batteries in an area that could be damaged by

terminals, or opening battery box.

battery spills.

 

 

 

Don’t make it a habit to discharge batteries to

Recharge as frequently as possible to maintain a high charge

the lowest level.

level and extend battery life.

 

 

Don’t use randomly chosen batteries or chargers.

Follow recommendations in this manual when selecting a

 

battery or charger.

 

 

Don’t put new batteries into service before

Fully charge a new battery before using.

charging.

 

 

 

Don’t tip or tilt batteries.

Use a carrying strap to remove, move or install a battery.

 

 

Don’t tap on clamps and terminals with tools.

Push battery clamps on the terminals. Spread clamps wider if

 

necessary.

 

 

Don’t mismatch your battery and chargers.

Use ONLY a GEL charger for a GEL battery.

 

 

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Invacare Pronto M51 Base manual Checking Battery Charge Level, Don’T