Disposal; Batteries; Unsealed Batteries; Sealed Batteries - Ortopedia TOURING 926 Operating Manual

7.4.1 Disposal

The product packing material can be
disposed of as recyclable material.
The metal parts can be disposed of
as recyclable scrap metal.
The plastic parts can be disposed of
as recyclable plastic.
Electrical parts and printed circuit
boards can be disposed of as electri-
cal scrap.
The disposal must comply with the
respective national law.
Please enquire about local disposal ar-
rangements at your municipal authori-
ty.
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7.5 Batteries

Electrical vehicles require special drive
batteries.

7.5.1 Unsealed batteries

Lead acid batteries (with electrolyte)
have screw-on caps. The battery acid
level must be checked regularly.

7.5.2 Sealed batteries

Sealed batteries (with gel or fleece) may
not be opened. They are maintenance-
free and the acid cannot leak during
transport.

7.5.3 Battery charging

The batteries must be charged before
the first journey. See the 'Batteries' sec-
tion in the Operating manual for control
units for information.

7.5.4 Battery replacement

The daily use of the electric wheelchair
places a high demand on the drive bat-
teries, they can only fulfil their function
when they are maintained and charged.
Batteries undergo a normal ageing proc-
ess. Both batteries must be replaced
when they no longer give the full power
or are defective despite correct charg-
ing.
The use of batteries with different ca-
pacities is not permitted.
Note:
Have a battery replacement carried
out by a specialist workshop because
they know about the possible risk situ-
ations and can correctly dispose of
defective batteries.

7.5.5 Safety information

Keep children away from batteries,
accessory parts and packing mate-
rial.
Avoid open flames and sparking in
the proximity of the batteries.
– Risk of explosion!
Switch off the control unit and then
pull out the main fuse before start-
ing work on the electrical equipment.
Never touch the battery terminals
with tools, cable ends or other metal
objects when working on the batter-
ies.
Attention:
!
Batteries can explode if they come
into contact with sparks, e.g. due to
a short circuit of the battery termi-
nals!
Caution:
!
Battery acid is very caustic! Skin and
eyes can be injured, clothing and
flooring can be damaged.
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