Batteries And Charging - Quantum KOZMO Owner's Manual

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BATTERIES AND CHARGING

Batteries and Charging
The Kozmo and Kozmo Portable power chairs use 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.
MANDATORY!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and
gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after
handling.
PROHIBITED!
Always use two batteries of the exact same type,
chemistry, and amp-hour (Ah) capacity. Refer to the
specifications table in this manual and in the manual
supplied with the battery charger for recommended type
and capacities.
WARNING!
Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider if you have any
questions regarding the batteries in your power chair.
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 charger is 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.
PROHIBITED! Do not allow unsupervised
children to play near the power chair while
the batteries are charging. Quantum Rehab
recommends that you do not charge the
batteries while the power chair is occupied.
MANDATORY! Read the battery charging
instructions in this manual and in the manual
supplied with the battery charger before
charging the batteries.
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! You must recharge the power chair
batteries with the supplied off-board battery
charger. Do not use an automotive-type battery
charger.
WARNING! Inspect the battery charger, wiring,
and connectors for damage before each use.
Contact your Quantum Rehab 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
Quantum Rehab Provider.
WARNING! Be aware that the battery charger
case may become hot during charging. Avoid
skin contact and do not place on surfaces that
may be affected by heat.
WARNING! If the battery charger is equipped
with cooling slots, then do not attempt to insert
objects through these slots.
WARNING! If the battery charger has not been
tested and approved for outdoor use, then do
not expose it to adverse or extreme weather
conditions. If the battery charger is exposed
to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then
it must be allowed to adjust to the difference
in environmenal conditions before use indoors.
Refer to the manual supplied with the battery
charger for more information.