V I I I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G; Batteries And Charging - Pride Jazzy 100 Owner's Manual

V I I I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G

BATTERIES AND CHARGING

Your power chair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free.
Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a
longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable.
Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge, and also are unsafe for use in power chairs.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Contact your authorized Pride Dealer if you have any questions regarding the batteries
in your power chair.
WARNING! Always use two batteries of the exact same type, chemistry, and amp-hour (Ah) capacity.
Refer to specifications table in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger
for recommended type and capacities.
Charging the Batteries
The battery charger is essential in providing long life for your power chair batteries. It is designed to optimize your power
chair's performance by charging the batteries safely, quickly, and easily. The battery charging system consists of the battery
charger, the charger circuit fuse, and the ammeter (onboard chargers only). The ammeter indicates the rate of charge
necessary to fully recharge the batteries. It is also a good indication of whether or not the charger is working. The ammeter
and the charger are only functional when the charger power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly
install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery charger. Plug the charger
directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet.
WARNING! You must recharge your power chair's batteries with the supplied onboard battery
charger. Do not use an automotive-type battery charger.
WARNING! Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with
the battery charger before charging the batteries.
WARNING! Do not expose the battery charger to rain or other sources of moisture unless it has
been tested for outdoor use. Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more
information.
WARNING! Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries. Keep the power chair
and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide adequate
ventilation when charging the batteries.
WARNING! Inspect the battery charger, wiring, and connectors for damage before each use.
Contact your authorized Pride Provider if damage is found.
WARNING! Do not attempt to open the battery charger case. If the battery charger does not
appear to be working correctly, contact your authorized Pride Provider.
WARNING! If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots, then do not attempt to insert
objects through these slots.
WARNING! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries
are charging. Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the power chair is
occupied.
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