Otto Bock Skippi Plus Service Manual page 20

Service Work
Replacing / Installing the Fuse
Each of the two battery packs contains a fuse, which is located on the underside, between the
contacts. Simply pull out the fuse to remove it.
Abb. 8 Battery pack with fuse
Charging the batteries
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to incorrect battery handling. Please note the following when handling the
batteries:
• Charge the batteries as soon as possible if only one LED is flashing on the "battery capacity" LED
indicator.
• During extended periods of disuse, charge the batteries of the power wheelchair weekly.
• The manufacturer does not assume any liability for damage due to deep discharge.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the battery charger / risk of damage caused by the battery charger. Please
note the following when using the charger:
• Only use Ottobock battery chargers which have been tested and approved for use with the given
batteries by the manufacturer (observe information on battery charger).
• The indications on the nameplate of the battery charger must be identical to the voltage of the
mains supply of your country.
• Only use the battery charger within the specified temperature and humidity limits.
• Place the battery charger on a level surface.
• If you position the battery charger near a window, protect it from direct sunlight.
• Keep the battery charger from overheating. The vent openings on the back of the charger must not
be covered.
• Turn off the control unit during the charging process so that the entire charging current flows to the
battery.
• Avoid dust and dirt. Only clean with a dry cloth.
The charge level of the batteries determines the range of the power wheelchair. The following
factors influence battery capacity:
Ambient temperature
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Age of the batteries
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