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Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe tire replacement:
1.Place a support under the motor.
2.If you have pneumatic tires, make sure it is completely deflated
3.Pry off the drive wheel nut cap.
4.Use a
5.Pull the wheel off of the axle.
6.Slide the new wheel onto the axle.
7.Reinstall the washer and nut, and tighten the nut.
8.Install the drive wheel nut cap.
9.Inflate the tire to
Battery Replacement (use only sealed
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! Pride Power Chair batteries can weigh up to 60 lbs. each. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
To replace the battery:
1.Disconnect the rear battery battery box from the front battery box. See figure 31.
2.Disconnect the rear battery box hold down strap.
3.Lift the rear battery box up and off of the frame.
4.Disconnect the front battery box from the controller. See figure 16.
5.Unstrap the front battery box and lift it up and off of the frame.
6.Move the battery box carrying straps aside.
7.Lift the battery box lid off of the battery box.
8.Disconnect the battery cables from the battery.
9.Remove the old battery.
10.Insert the new battery.
11.Refer to the battery wiring label located on the back battery box. See figure 32.
12.Connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal on the battery. See figure 33.
13.Connect the white wire to the negative
BATTERY BOX HOLD DOWN STRAP
BATTERY BOX
CARRYING STRAP
Figure 31. Rear Battery Box Connector
Figure 32. Battery Wiring Label | Figure 33. Battery Installation |
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