Replacing Batteries; Removing The Battery Cases - Invacare Bora Service Manual

7.5

Replacing batteries

CAUTION:
Injury hazard if battery is not correctly handled during assembly and maintenance work!
• The installation of new batteries may only be carried out by authorised specialists!
• Observe the warning information on the batteries!
• Bear in mind that the batteries are very heavy!
• Only use battery versions stated in the specifications!
Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is bypassed!
• Do NOT bridge battery terminals with tools!
CAUTION:
discharging acid can cause skin burns if the battery is damaged:
• immediately change contaminated or soaked clothing!
If contact with skin is made:
• wash off immediately with plenty of water!
If contact with eyes is made:
• rinse eyes out under running water for several minutes immediately; call a doctor!
7.5.1

Removing the battery cases

CAUTION! Danger of crushing!
• The batteries are extremely heavy. Please ensure that they do not fall to the ground when they
are removed from the chassis.
NOTE:
A spare fuse is located behind the Invacare logo on the rear battery.
• Pull the rear battery case backwards using the
belt. The locking device opens automatically
when doing so.