Handicare Puma 40 User Manual page 26

26 | Maintenance of the wheelchair
The batteries can be accessed as follows:
First ensure the wheelchair is turned off via the
power button on the joystick. (Figure 17)
Also ensure the wheelchair is placed in a well
ventilated area where work can be performed
without risking damage to carpeting or flooring
Warning!
Do not replace the batteries when the seat is
occupied.
Warning!
The use of rubber gloves and safety goggles
are recommended when working with batteries.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
The batteries can be found behind an access
cover that is located on the end of the carrier
closest to the large drive wheels. This cover
is between the left and right drive wheel shock
absorbers. (Figure 18)
If the PUMA 40 is in Front wheel drive
configuration, the front riggings will need to be
removed to gain access to cover.
The battery access cover can be removed by
pulling on two tabs located on the left and right
of the cover and pulling it away from the carrier.
(Figure 18, #1)
Release the velcro battery strap (Figure 18, #2)
Remove the power module cover located at the
opposite end of the carrier between the casters.
The power module cover is removed by pulling
on two tabs located on the left and right of the
cover. (Figure 19, #1)
If the PUMA 40 is in Rear wheel drive
configuration, the front riggings will need to be
removed to gain access to the cover.
Disconnect the fuses and the other connections
to the power module. (Figure 19, #2)
Figure 17
Figure 18
Figure 19