I X . 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 solid and pneumatic 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. See figure 32.
5.Pull the wheel off the axle.
6.Remove the screws from the rim assembly and separate the front and rear rim. 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.
8.Reassemble the rims and reinstall the screws.
9.Slide the wheel back onto the axle.
10.Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer into the axle and tighten.
11.Inflate the pneumatic tires to 35 psi (2.4 bar).
12.Remove the power chair from the blocks.
Battery Replacement
A diagram is printed on a decal on your power chair frame near the battery tray. See figure 34.
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 Figure 34. Battery Connections 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 specifications table in this manual and the manual supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities.
To replace the batteries:
1.Remove the detent pin from the bottom of the foot frame.
2.Lift the foot frame straight up to remove it from the mounting bracket.
3.Locate the two wiring harnesses that are attached to the batteries.
4.Disconnect these two harnesses from their respective quick disconnects by pulling the quick disconnects to- ward you.
5.Remove the batteries from the power base assembly.
6.Disconnect the battery harnesses from the positive and negative terminals.
7.Replace old batteries with new ones.
8.Connect the wire labeled BAT (+) to a battery’s positive (red) terminal. Connect the wire labeled BAT
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