BATTERIES | SECTION 9 |
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INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES INTO/FROM BATTERY BOXES (FIGURE 3)
NOTE: To remove the battery(ies) from the battery box(es), reverse the following procedure.
NOTE: Have the following tools available:
TOOL | QTY | COMMENTS |
Battery Lifting Strap | 1 | Supplied |
1 | Not Supplied | |
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NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom or on the sides of the battery box(es) or battery(ies), apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the NEW or existing battery(ies), clean the baking soda from the battery box(es) or battery(ies).
NOTE: When securing battery lifting strap to battery, observe polarity markings located on the ends of the battery lifting strap, (+) side to POSITIVE (+) battery post and
1.If necessary, remove the battery boxes from the wheelchair. Refer to REMOVING/ INSTALLING BATTERY BOXES in this section of the manual.
2.Disconnect battery cables. Refer to DISCONNECTING/CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES for one (1) of the following:
A.Group 24 Batteries
B.22NF batteries in single battery box
3.Secure battery lifting strap to battery terminal(s)/post(s) (FIGURE 3).
BATTERIES
CAUTION
Some battery manufacturers mold a carrying strap and/or hold down flanges directly into the battery case. Batteries which interfere with the battery box cannot be used for these applications. Attempting to “wedge” a battery into a battery box may damage the box and/or the battery.
4.Remove batteries from battery box(es).
Battery Lifting | Molded Carrying Straps (These |
Strap | batteries must NOT be used.) |
Group 24
Battery Box Bottom
22NF Battery Box
Bottom
FIGURE 3 - INSTALLING/REMOVING
BATTERIES INTO/FROM BATTERY BOXES
Part No. 1104849 | 59 | 3G Storm Series® Wheelchairs |
