Section 12-Batteries; Warnings For Handling And Replacing Batteries; Using The Proper Batteries - Invacare Pronto M71 Jr. with SureStep Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual

SECTION 12—BATTERIES
SECTION 12—BATTERIES

Warnings For Handling and Replacing Batteries

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all
attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Make sure power to the wheelchair is off before performing this section.
The use of rubber gloves is recommended when working with batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement
ALWAYS be done by a qualified technician.
U1 batteries weight 18 pounds each. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your
legs) to avoid injury.
Use U1 batteries only. Failure to use the correct battery size and/or voltage may
cause damage to your wheelchair and give you unsatisfactory performance.
ALWAYS use a battery lifting strap when lifting a battery. It is the most convenient
method and assures that the battery acid will not spill. It also helps to prolong the
life of the battery.
DO NOT tip the batteries. Keep the batteries in an upright position.
NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cables to contact BOTH battery posts
at the same time. An electrical short may occur and serious personal injury or
damage may occur.
The POSITIVE (+) RED battery cable must connect to the POSITIVE (+) battery
terminal, otherwise serious damage will occur to the electrical system.
NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery tray or on the sides of the batteries, apply
baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the existing or new
batteries, clean the baking soda from the battery tray or batteries 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.

Using the Proper Batteries

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 12.1 on page 73.
1. Place battery on ground/flat surface.
2. Visually draw a horizontal and vertical centerline through the middle of battery
(FIGURE 12.1).
3. Position the battery so that the terminals are above the horizontal centerline.
4. Visually inspect the battery to ensure the correct position of the POSITIVE and
NEGATIVE terminals (FIGURE 12.1)
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