Changing The Batteries; Removing The Batteries - Invacare Dragon Vertic Service Manual

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Invacare - Dragon Vertic
7.5

Changing the batteries

CAUTION:
Risk of injury if the batteries are not handled appropriately during installation and
maintenance work!
· Installation of new batteries should only be carried out by authorised, qualified personnel.
· Please observe the warning signs on the batteries.
· Please give consideration to the great weight of the batteries.
· Only use the types of batteries shown in the technical data.
Risk of fire and burns due to bridging the battery poles!
· Do NOT bridge the battery poles with a tool!
WARNING:
Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if batteries are damaged!
· Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid immediately!
After contact with skin:
· Immediately wash affected area with lots of water!
After contact with eyes:
· Immediately rinse eyes under running water for several minutes; consult a physician!
7.5.1

Removing the batteries

CAUTION: Risk of fire and burns if battery poles are bridged!
· When replacing the batteries the battery poles MUST NOT come into contact with metal parts
of the wheelchair causing bridging.
· Be sure to replace the battery pole caps after the batteries have been replaced.
Requirements:
· Open-end spanner 11 mm
·
Remove the battery cover.
·
Pull the battery pole caps (1) upward and push back in
order to reach the battery poles.
·
Use the open-ended spanner to loosen the battery pole
clamps.
·
If your powerchair is equipped with ACS Electronics,
you will need to lift the device support in the rear
(fastened with Velcro strips).
·
Remove the batteries to the rear.
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