PROCEDURE 9

BATTERIES

B A T T E R I E S

BATTERY CHARGER OPERATION

WARNING

READ and CAREFULLY follow the individual instructions for each charger (supplied or purchased). If charging instructions are not supplied, consult a qualified technician for proper procedures.

On-Board Battery Charger (FIGURE 7)

1.Remove the shroud. Refer to REMOVING/ INSTALLING THE SHROUD in PROCE- DURE 7 of this manual.

2.Locate the switch on the BACK of the battery charger and confirm it is set to 115 volts and perform one (1) of the following:

Switch set to 115 volts - A. Continue onto STEP 3.

Switch NOT set to 115 volts -

B.Peel back the plastic cover that is positioned over the switch (DETAIL "A").

C.Flip the switch to the upward position so it is set to 115 volts (DETAIL "A").

D.Reposition the plastic cover over the switch (DETAIL "A").

F. Continue onto to STEP 3.

3.Reinstall the shroud. Refer to REMOVING/ INSTALLING THE SHROUD in PROCE- DURE 7 of this manual.

NOTE: The ON/OFF LED indicator light AND the charger LED indicator light are located in the FRONT of the wheelchair next to the charger port.

4.The ON/OFF LED indicator will illuminate solid RED indicating that the charger is ON.

5.If the ON/OFF LED indicator is "BLINKING" RED, this is abnormal. Unplug AC power cord from the on-board battery charger and wall outlet. Contact Invacare at the number listed on the back page.

6.When the ON/OFF LED indicator light is OFF, charger is OFF.

7.When the CHARGE LED indicator light is "BLINK- ING" GREEN, the batteries are charging.

8.When the CHARGE LED indicator light is solid GREEN, the batteries are FULLY charged (or as fully charged as their condition will allow). At this point, the charger automatically stops charging.

6.If the charger is on and the CHARGE LED indi- cator light is OFF, the charger is disconnected. Check that all connections are secure. If CHARGE LED indicator light is still OFF, unplug AC power cord from the on-board battery charger and wall outlet. Contact Invacare at the number listed on the back page.

NOTE: The wheelchair is designed with an electrical lockout to prevent it from being driven while the charger is plugged in to an outlet.

ON/OFF INDICATOR

STATUS

SOLID RED

CHARGER ON

"BLINKING" RED

ABNORMAL

 

 

LED "OFF"

CHARGER OFF

 

 

CHARGING INDICATOR STATUS

"BLINKING" GREEN

CHARGING

 

 

SOLID GREEN

FULLY CHARGED

 

 

LED "OFF"

CHARGER

 

DISCONNECTED

DETAIL "A"

 

Plastic

 

Cover

Switch

(Peeled

(flipped to

Back)

upward

115V

position)

 

 

Back of

 

 

Battery

 

 

Charger

 

 

 

 

 

ON/OFF

OF

LED

Indicator

FRONT

WHEELCHAIR

Light

 

 

Charging

 

 

LED

 

Charging Port

Indicator

 

 

 

 

Light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: Seat NOT shown for clarity.

FIGURE 7 - BATTERY CHARGER OPERATION

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Invacare ProntoTM M6 manual Battery Charger Operation, On-Board Battery Charger Figure

ProntoTM M6 specifications

The Invacare ProntoTM M6 is a highly regarded power wheelchair designed to enhance mobility and independence for users with varying needs. Known for its compact design, the ProntoTM M6 combines performance, comfort, and advanced technology to meet the demands of everyday living.

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