SECTION 10—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 Front Shroud/Battery Retention Bracket and Rear Shroud

CAUTION

Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 10.2 on page 58.

1.Verify the joystick On/Off switch is in the Off position.

2.Remove the three mounting screws that secure the rear shroud to the wheelchair.

3.Remove the rear shroud from the wheelchair.

NOTE: The front shroud and battery retention bracket are removed from and installed onto the wheelchair frame as a single unit.

4.Remove the two mounting screws securing the front shroud/battery retention bracket to the wheelchair.

5.Wheelchairs with Footboards Only: Remove the mounting screw and washer securing the footboard support to the wheelchair frame.

6.Lift up to unhook the battery retention bracket from the wheelchair frame and remove the front shroud/battery retention bracket from the wheelchair.

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TDX™ SP

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Invacare SP manual Cleaning Battery Terminals, Removing/Installing the Batteries From/Into the Wheelchair