Invacare   Storm Arrow Service Manual page 41

WARNING
Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before
performing this procedure.
The use of rubber gloves and chemical
goggles or face shields is recommended
when working with batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends that battery instal-
lation and battery replacement ALWAYS be done
by a qualified technician.
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BE-
FORE use, make sure all attaching hardware is
tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage
may result.
INSTALLING/REMOVING
BATTERIES INTO/FROM BATTERY
BOXES (FIGURE 1)
WARNING
ALWA YS use a battery lifting strap when lifting a bat-
tery. It is the most convenient method and assures
that the battery acid will not spill. It also helps to
prolong the life of the battery.
DO NOT tip the batteries. Keep the batteries in an
upright position.
Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area
where work can be performed without risking
damage to carpeting or floor covering.
The warranty and performance specifications con-
tained in this manual are based on the use of deep
cycle gel cell or sealed lead acid batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends their use as the
power source for this unit.
CAUTION
Some battery manufacturers mold a carrying strap
and/or hold down flanges directly into the bat-
tery case. Batteries which interfere with the bat-
tery box cannot be used for these applications.
Attempting to "wedge" a battery into a battery
box may damage the box and/or the battery.
FIGURE 1 - INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERIES
INTO/FROM BATTERY BOXES