Sterling S400 Instructions For Use Manual page 16

5.3 BATTERIES:
Read section 9.0 of this manual for additional
battery and charging information.
DANGER!
• Do not smoke near, or expose the batteries to direct
heat (i.e. naked flame, gas fire).
• Do not attempt to change the fuses yourself.
• Do not attempt to by-pass the fuse as this would be
very dangerous and could cause a fire.
• If you suspect a fault, contact your Sunrise Medical
authorised dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not short circuit the battery terminals. Remember
tools, jewellery etc can conduct and if dropped
across the battery terminals may cause severe burns
and/or explosion!
• Ensure the battery terminal covers are fitted.
• Batteries are heavy. Use correct lifting techniques
when removing them from the scooter.
• Always use the handles provided to lift the batteries.
• Always refit the retaining bar after refitting or
replacing the batteries.
Battery Removal:
1. Remove the seat (Fig 5.5 - 5.8 previous page)
2. Remove the Battery cover by unscrewing the
three hand wheels and lifting it off. Note: please
disconnect the plugs for rear lights, (Fig 5.9 - 5.10)
3. Pull the two halves of the plastic battery connector
plugs apart, (Fig 5.11).
4. If replacing the batteries or battery looms, pull back
the terminal cover and disconnect battery terminals,
using a 11.0mm spanner (Fig 5.12).
5. Remove or release the battery retaining straps.
6. Bend knees with battery positioned centrally in front
of you, rest your forearms on your knees for support
(Fig 5.13).
7. Grab battery handle with both hands (Fig 5.13).
8. Lift vertically by straightening legs, keeping back
posture upright (Fig 5.14).
9. Move the battery to a safe place, keeping back
posture upright and bending knees when setting it
down.
16 Sterling S-Series
Battery Weights:
Battery Type
38 Ah @ 20 hrs. S400
55 Ah @ 20 hrs. S425
75 Ah @ 20 hrs. S700
Weight kg
12.5
18.0
24.6
Fig.5.9
Fig.5.10
Fig.5.11
Fig.5.12