Batteries - Permobil Street Service Manual

Batteries

Batteries
NOTE
Use protective goggles when working with batteries.
Removal of rear battery
1. Place the wheelchair on a level surface.
2. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. It is
accessed through a hole in the chassis cover;
see figure.
3. Loosen the rear chassis cover by pulling the
cover's rear edge straight back so that the
guide pins disengage. Open the battery cover
by turning the knob 1/4 turn counterclockwise
and folding down the cover; see figure.
4. Pull the battery straight out using the battery
belt; see figure.
5. Disconnect the battery connectors. See the
decal on the inside of the battery cover.
6. Lift out the battery.
Fitting
1. Lift the battery into place. Leave the belt on the
battery to facilitate removal.
2. Connect the battery connectors. See the decal
on the inside of the battery cover.
3. Slide the battery into the chassis, checking
that the cabling runs free.
4. Close the battery cover and lock with the knob;
see figure.
5. Fit the rear chassis cover by pushing the
cover's rear edge straight forward so that the
cover engages the guide pins.
6. Put the circuit breaker in the "ON" position. It is
accessed through a hole in the chassis cover;
see figure.
Circuit breaker/Battery isolator.
Battery cover locking knob.
Rear battery connection.
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