Replacing Batteries - Invacare Fox Service Manual

CAUTION!
Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is bypassed
– Take great care to ensure that the battery terminals are never short-circuited with tools or mechanical
mobility device parts.
– Ensure that the battery terminal caps have been replaced if you are not working on the battery terminals.
CAUTION!
Risk of crushing
Batteries can be extremely heavy. This results in injury hazards to your hands.
– Handle the batteries with care.
– Ensure that batteries do not fall to the ground when removed from chassis.
– Pay attention to hands.
– Use proper lifting techniques.
WARNING!
Burn hazard
Injury hazard due to discharged acid.
– Always wear acid-proof protective gloves when handling batteries.
– Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries.
What to do if acid is discharged
– Always take clothing which has been soiled by or dipped in acid off immediately!
– Rinse any areas of your skin which has come into contact with battery acid off immediately with plenty of
water!
If contact with eyes is made
– You should also consult an eye specialist immediately afterwards!
When removing, take care of small parts such as screws and washers. Put all small parts down so that they can
be installed in correct sequence.

7.8.3 Replacing Batteries

Before replacing batteries ensure the following:
• Never mix and match different battery manufactures or technologies, or use batteries that do not have similar
date codes.
• Never mix gel with AGM batteries.
Different battery types are used on this product type. Illustrations can differ from installed batteries on your
mobility device.
• 5 mm Allen key
• 10 mm wrench
• cable tie
• depending on battery type additionally:
– 8 mm wrench,
– 10 mm wrench, or
– 11 mm wrench.
Removing Batteries
1. Turn off power.
2. Bring seat into service position. See 7.10.1 Moving Seat Into Service Position / Removing Seat, page 44.
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