Removing; Installing - Invacare Pronto M50 Owner's Manual

SECTION 11—BATTERIES
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 11.2.
NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery tray or on the sides of the battery(ies),
apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the existing or
new battery(ies), clean the baking soda from the battery tray or battery(ies) being sure to avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Determine source of contamination. Never install/reinstall a battery
with a cracked or otherwise damaged case.
NOTE: Have the following tools available:
TOOL
7/16-INCH (6PT) BOX WRENCH
DIAGONAL CUTTERS

Removing

1. Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without
risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
2. Verify the joystick On/Off switch is in the Off position and disconnect joystick cable
(not shown). Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 90.
3. Remove the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly on page 50.
4. Remove the top shroud. Refer to Removing/Installing the Top Shroud on page 72.
5. Disconnect the front battery from the controller (BLACK connector).
6. Disconnect the rear battery from the front battery (RED and BLACK connectors).
7. Lift rear and front battery out of the battery tray using the battery handles.

Installing

1. Verify the joystick On/Off switch is in the Off position and disconnect joystick cable.
Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 90.
2. Position the front battery in the front of the battery tray.
3. Position rear battery in rear of battery tray.
NOTE: Ensure that both batteries are properly seated and resting on the battery tray.
4. Connect the rear battery to the front battery (RED and BLACK connectors).
5. Connect the front battery to the controller (BLACK connector).
6. Reinstall the top shroud. Refer to Removing/Installing the Top Shroud on page 72.
7. Reinstall the seat. Refer to Removing/Installing the Seat Assembly on page 50.
8. Connect joystick cable (not shown). Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on
page 90.
Pronto® M50™, M51™and M61™with SureStep™
QTY
1
1
78
COMMENTS
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Part No. 1125085