Charging Batteries; When To Charge Batteries - Invacare Nutron R50LX Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 12—BATTERIES

Charging Batteries

When To Charge Batteries

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.11.
Recharge the batteries frequently. Do not wait until the battery charge is low to recharge.
A battery's life is extended if the charge level is maintained well above a low condition.
Information Gauge ‐ Located on the joystick housing. The information gauge is the
primary source of user feedback.
The true state‐of‐battery‐charge notification is as follows:
Any GREEN LED lit ‐ Batteries are at full
or well charged.
Only AMBER and RED LEDs lit ‐ Batteries
are moderately charged. Recharge before
undertaking a long trip.
Battery Discharge
Indicator (BDI)
Only RED LED lit ‐ Battery charge is low.
Recharge as soon as possible.
NOTE: Accurate readings are displayed when
in neutral.
FIGURE 12.11 When To Charge Batteries
WARNINGS
Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery
terminals or clamps. Use the recharging plug located on either the rear of the
wheelchair frame or on the front of the joystick.
DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at
the same time.
DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed
to ANY type of moisture.
DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair is outside.
DO NOT sit in the wheelchair while recharging the batteries.
During use and charging, unsealed batteries will vent hydrogen gas which is
explosive in the right concentration with air.
CAUTION
New batteries MUST be fully charged prior to initial use of the wheelchair.
Always charge new batteries before initial use or battery life will be reduced.
NOTE: As a general rule, batteries should be recharged daily to assure the longest possible life and
minimize the required charging time. Plan to recharge the batteries when it is anticipated the
wheelchair will not be used for a long period of time.
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