Invacare® Stream
6.9.2 Handling Damaged Batteries Correctly
CAUTION!
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.
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Always wear safety goggles and appropriate safety clothing when handling damaged batteries.
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Place damaged batteries in an acid-resistant receptacle immediately after removing them.
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Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate acid-resistant receptacle.
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Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with lots of water.
Disposing of Dead or Damaged Batteries Correctly
Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your provider or directly to Invacare.
6.9.3 Replacing batteries
CAUTION!
Risk of fire and burns if battery terminal is bypassed
– Take care to make sure that battery terminals are never shorted with tools or mechanical mobility device parts.
– Make sure battery terminal caps have been replaced if you are not working on battery terminals.
CAUTION!
Risk of crushing
The batteries are extremely heavy. This results in injury hazards to your hands.
– Bear in mind that the batteries are sometimes very heavy.
– Please handle the batteries with care.
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11 mm wrench
1.
Remove battery shroud (1).
2.
Pull terminal caps (1) upward and push back in order to reach battery terminals.
3. Loosen clamps.
4. Remove batteries to rear.
6.10 Lighting Unit
6.10.1 Replacing headlight (LED light)
Replacing an individual LED is not possible. If there is a defect, replace entire headlight.
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