V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both pneumatic and solid tires:
1.Turn off the power to the controller.
2.Set the power chair up on blocks.
3.If you are changing a pneumatic tire, completely deflate it before removing the wheel.
4.Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle.
5.Pull the wheel off the axle.
6.Remove the nuts and washers from the wheel hub to separate the rim halves. See figure 33.
7.Remove the old tube from the pneumatic tire and replace it with a new tube or replace the entire assembly if it is a solid tire. See figure 34.
8.Refasten the rim halves.
9.Slide the wheel back onto the axle. Make sure that the key is in the axle slot.
10.Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer onto the axle and tighten.
11.Inflate the pneumatic tire to 35 psi (2.4 bar).
12.Remove the power chair from the blocks.
Battery Replacement
A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the battery tray. See figure 35.
WARNING! Prevent injury. Do not replace the batteries when the seat is occupied.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Prevent injury and/or equipment damage. Do not mix or match new and old batteries. If you encounter a situation where one battery needs to be replaced, then replace both batteries. Refer to specification table in this manual and the manual supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities.
To replace the batteries:
1.Turn off the power to the controller.
2.Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.”
3.Loosen the rear shroud fasteners. See figure 6.
4.Remove the rear shroud.
5.Unplug the battery connector. See figure 35.
6.Disconnect the wiring harness from the rear battery.
7.Disconnect the controller from the power pod. See figure 7.
8.Pull up on the friction lock lever and remove the seat.
9.Remove the retaining pin from the foot platform and lift the platform off of the power base. See figure 17.
10.Turn the yellow fastener and remove the center shroud. See figure 6.
11.Disconnect the wiring harness.
12.Remove the rear battery.
13.Slide the front battery tray forward.
14.Disconnect the wiring harness from the front battery.
15.Remove the front battery.
16.Place a new rear battery onto the power base. Make sure that the terminals are facing forward.
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