Removing The Batteries From The Wheelchair - Invacare TDXSP2X-CG User Manual

Invacare strongly recommends battery
installation and replacement be performed by
a qualified technician.
Read the installation instructions noted on the
battery and in the manual.
Ensure there is no battery acid in the bottom or
around the battery box or on the sides of the
battery(ies). Neutralize battery acid with baking
soda if found.
Clean battery tray and batteries prior to
installation.
Use battery lifting strap when available.
Keep batteries in an upright position and
avoid tipping.
Use only deep cycle gel cell battery.
Use box wrench when tightening clamps. Do
Not wiggle the battery terminals/posts when
tightening.

10.5.4 Removing the Batteries from the Wheelchair

CAUTION!
Risk of Damage
Cleaning or maintenance may cause damage
to carpeting or flooring.
-Place the wheelchair in a well-ventilated area
where cleaning or maintenance can be
performed without risk of damage to
carpeting or flooring.
Place two 5-inch blocks under the battery box
to lift the frame off the ground for ease in
performing this procedure. Make sure the
battery box is sitting flat on the blocks and the
wheelchair will not be wobbly during service
procedures. When the procedure is complete,
remove the blocks from underneath the
wheelchair.
22NF batteries are shown.
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1. Place the wheelchair in a well-ventilated area.
2. Remove the front riggings:
LNX Power Center Mount Footrest—If
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the wheelchair is equipped with tilt
option, tilt chair back to gain access to
the front shroud. If not equipped with
tilt option or the batteries are dead,
remove the two mounting screws A,
washers B and locknuts C that secure
the power footrest assembly in place
and set aside. The actuator may need
to be disconnected from the controller.
Manual Center Mount Footrest or
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Swingaway Footrests—Refer to the
Ultra Low Maxx User Manual.
3. Verify the remote On/Off switch is in the Off
position and disconnect it by unplugging the
cable from the remote.
4. Remove the rear shroud and the front shroud.
Refer to 10.4.1 Removing/Installing the Rear
Shroud, page 43 and 10.4.2
Removing/Installing the Front Shroud, page 43.
5. Disconnect the controller from the batteries at
the rear of the wheelchair.
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