Batteries And Charging; Charging The Batteries - Pride Mobility Quantum Vibe Owner's Manual

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BATTERIES AND CHARGING

Your 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.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.

Charging the Batteries

The battery charger is essential in providing long life for the batteries. The battery charger is designed to optimise power
chair performance by charging the batteries safely, quickly, and easily. Your power chair uses an off-board charger to
charge the batteries. The off-board charger is plugged into a socket on the front of your controller. See VI. “Operation.”
Follow the directions supplied with the off-board charger.
WARNING! You must recharge the batteries with the supplied off-board charger. Do not use an automotive-
type battery charger.
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. Failure to heed could
result in personal injury and/or property damage.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery charger. Plug the charger directly into a
properly wired standard wall outlet.
Battery Break-in
To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency:
1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance
level.
2. Operate your power chair throughout the house and yard. Move slowly at first, and don’t stray too far until you
become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries.
3. Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and operate your power chair again. The batteries will now
perform at over 90% of their potential.
4. After four or five charging cycles, the batteries will top off at 100% charge and last for an extended period.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
How does the charger work?
The battery charger takes the standard wall outlet AC (alternating current) voltage and converts it to 24 VDC (direct
current). The batteries use direct current to run your power chair. When the battery voltage is low, the charger works
harder to charge the battery. As the battery voltage approaches full charge, the charger doesn’t work as hard to complete
the charging cycle. When the battery is fully charged, the amperage from the charger is nearly at zero. This is how the
charger maintains a charge but does not overcharge the battery. For more information, refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the charger.
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