Removing/Installing The Batteries - Invacare FDX User Manual

8 SETUP/MAINTENANCE
8.6

Removing/Installing the Batteries

WARNING
DO NOT lift batteries by the hook and loop battery strap. The hook and loop battery strap should be used to assist in
removing the batteries form the wheelchair base frame.
DO NOT tip the batteries. Keep the batteries in an upright position.
If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery tray or on the sides of the battery, apply baking soda to these areas to
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neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the existing or new battery, clean the baking soda from the battery tray or
battery being sure to avoid contact with skin and eyes. Determine source of contamination. NEVER install/reinstall a battery
with a cracked or otherwise damaged case.
A battery cable secured to the top of the wheelchair base frame connects the front battery connector to the rear battery
connector. It is unnecessary to remove the battery cable when removing or installing the batteries.
Have the following tools available.
7/16-INCH (6PT) BOX WRENCH
DIAGONAL CUTTERS
Invacare® FDX®
TOOL QTY
1
1
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COMMENTS
Not Supplied
Not Supplied
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