Battery Replacement - Pride JAZZY Elite 6 Owner's Manual

V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for
both pneumatic and solid tires:
1. Turn off the power to the controller.
2. Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See
figure 4.
3. Raise and support the power base so that the wheel is
at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) off of the ground.
4. Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle.
See figure 18.
5. Remove the drive wheel from the axle. Make sure that
you keep the key.
6. Replace the entire assembly.
7. Slide the wheel back onto the axle. Make sure that the
key is in the axle slot.
WARNING! Ensure that the axle key is
properly installed into the axle slot when
mounting the wheel. If not installed
securely,
disengaged which may cause personal
injury and/or product damage may result.
8. Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer onto the axle and tighten. See figure 18.
WARNING! Make sure both the nut and the washer are reinstalled and tightened properly.
9. Remove the power chair from the base support.

Battery Replacement

A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the power base. See VI. "Batteries and Charging" for
correct battery specifications.
You may need the following to change your batteries:
metric/standard socket set and ratchet
adjustable wrench
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the braking system
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands
after handling.
WARNING! The batteries in your power chair should only be serviced or replaced by
an authorized Pride Provider or a qualified technician.
WARNING! Do not replace batteries when seat is occupied.
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are
unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques
and avoid lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the
same time.
PROHIBITED! Keep tools and other metal objects away from the battery terminals.
Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.
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MOTOR
AXLE
is
Figure 18. Jazzy Elite 6 Drive Wheel Removal
KEY DRIVE
WHEEL
DRIVE WHEEL WASHER
DRIVE WHEEL NUT
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