Frequently Asked Questions - Pride Mobility Jet 7 Owner's Manual

11. Place the battery box aside.
12. For the other battery, repeat steps 2 -10.
13. Make sure that the battery terminals are opposite the battery charger.
CAUTION! If you do not position the battery terminals on the opposite side of the charger, you run the risk of
shorting out the batteries and severely damaging your Jet.
14. Place the rear battery box back into the Jet battery well.
15. Place the front battery box back into the Jet battery well.
16. Connect the rear battery box connector and the front battery box connector to the electronics tray.
17. Reassemble the Jet 7. See "Assembly."
NOTE: It is important to be sure that your battery connections are tight and secure.
NOTE: The battery wiring diagram decal is located on the front battery box.
18. Dispose of your old batteries in accordance with local disposal laws.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW OFTEN MUST I CHARGE THE BATTERIES?
If you use your power chair on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are done using it. Your power chair will be
ready each morning to give you a full day's service. If you use your power chair infrequently (once a week or less), charge the
batteries at least once per week for 12 to 14 hours.
NOTE: Keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging your batteries. Do not charge the batter-
ies for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle.
WHAT TYPE OF BATTERY SHOULD I USE?
We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Deep-cycle batteries employ a much different
chemical technology than that used in car batteries, in nickel-cadmium batteries (nicads), or in other common battery types.
Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick
recharge. Sealed lead-acid batteries should be charged as often as possible. They do not have a "memory" like nickel-
cadmium batteries. Both sealed lead-acid (SLA) and gel cell are deep-cycle batteries that are similar in performance.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Type: Deep-cycle (sealed lead-acid or gel cell)
Size: U-1
Voltage: 12 volts each
Amperage: 70 or 80 amp hours
HOW SHOULD I STORE MY POWER CHAIR AND ITS BATTERIES?
If you do not use your power chair regularly, we recommend charging the batteries at least once a week.
If you do not plan to use your power chair for an extended period, fully charge the batteries prior to storage. Disconnect the
battery harnesses and store the power chair in a warm, dry environment. Avoid temperature extremes, such as freezing and
excessively hot conditions, and never attempt to charge a frozen battery. If you encounter a cold or frozen battery, allow it to
reach room temperature prior to recharging.
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