V 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.Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See figure 4.
3.Raise and support the power base so that the wheel is at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) off of the ground.
4.Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle.
See figure 18.
5.Remove the drive wheel from the axle. Make sure that you keep the key.
6.Replace the entire assembly.
7.Slide the wheel back onto the axle. Make sure that the key is in the axle slot.
WARNING! Ensure that the axle key is properly installed into the axle slot when mounting the wheel. If not installed securely, the braking system is disengaged which may cause personal injury and/or product damage may result.
MOTOR | KEY | DRIVE |
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| WHEEL |
AXLE |
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| DRIVE WHEEL WASHER | |
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| DRIVE WHEEL NUT |
Figure 18. Jazzy Elite 6 Drive Wheel Removal
8. Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer onto the axle and tighten. See figure 18.
WARNING! Make sure both the nut and the washer are reinstalled and tightened properly.
9. Remove the power chair from the base support.
Battery Replacement
A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the power base. See VI. “Batteries and Charging” for correct battery specifications.
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.
WARNING! The batteries in your power chair should only be serviced or replaced by an authorized Pride Provider or a qualified technician.
WARNING! Do not replace batteries when seat is occupied.
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.
PROHIBITED! Keep tools and other metal objects away from the battery terminals. Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.
You may need the following to change your batteries:
metric/standard socket set and ratchet
adjustable wrench
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