Batteries And Charging - Pride QUANTUM JAZZY SERIES Owner's Manual

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BATTERIES AND CHARGING

The power chair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance
free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed
to handle a longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are
not interchangeable. Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge, and also are unsafe
for use in power chairs.
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after
handling.
WARNING! Contact your authorized Quantum Rehab Provider if you have any
questions regarding the batteries in your power chair.
WARNING! Do not use batteries that exceed the recommended type and amp-hour
capacity. Do not use batteries with different amp-hour capacities. Refer to
specifications table in this manual and in the manual suppled with the battery charger
for recommended type and capacities.
Charging the Batteries
The battery charger is essential in providing long life for your power chair batteries. It is designed to optimize your
power chair's performance by charging the batteries safely, quickly, and easily. The battery charging system
consists of the battery charger, the charger circuit fuse, and the ammeter (onboard chargers only). The ammeter
indicates the rate of charge necessary to fully recharge the batteries. It is also a good indication of whether or not
the charger is working. The ammeter and the charger are only functional when the charger power cord is plugged
into an electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary,
properly install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-
pronged plug access.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery charger. Plug the
charger directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while
the batteries are charging. Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries
while the power chair is occupied.
MANDATORY! Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual
supplied with the battery charger before charging the batteries.
WARNING! Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries. Keep the
power chair and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or
sparks and provide adequate ventilation when charging the batteries.
WARNING! You must recharge your power chair's batteries with the supplied off-board
battery charger. Do not use an automotive-type battery charger.
WARNING! Inspect the battery charger, wiring, and connectors for damage before
each use. Contact your authorized Quantum Rehab Provider if damage is found.
WARNING! Do not attempt to open the battery charger case. If the battery charger does
not appear to be working correctly, contact your authorized Quantum Rehab Provider.
WARNING! If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots, then do not attempt
to insert objects through these slots.
WARNING! If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use,
then do not expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery charger
is exposed to adverse or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to
adjust to the difference in environmental conditions before use indoors. Refer to the
manual supplied with the battery charger for more information.
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