Pride Mobility Jazzy Elite ES Owner's Manual page 30

V I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
To replace the batteries:
1. Turn off the power to the controller.
2. Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. See figure 5.
3. Remove the seat.
4. Remove the main shroud by lifting the rear of the main shroud until it disconnects from the body shroud. Once
disconnected from the body shroud, slide the main shroud forward until the tabs are free from the body shroud.
Lift the shroud up and over the seat post. See figure 20 or 21.
5. Unfasten the battery strap. See figure 20 or 21.
6. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals of each battery. See figure 20 or 21.
7. Lift the front and rear batteries out of the power base.
8. Install new batteries into the battery tray. Make sure the terminals of each battery are facing the front of the
power chair. See figure 20 or 21.
PROHIBITED! Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not
mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.
9. Connect the front battery cable to the front battery terminals according to the battery wiring diagram. Make
sure that the battery terminal hardware is facing the correct direction. See figure 20 or 21.
10. Connect the rear battery cable to the rear battery terminals according to the battery wiring diagram. Make sure
that the battery terminal hardware is facing the correct direction. See figure 20 or 21.
WARNING! Make sure you tighten the fasteners so that the connections are secure.
11. Fasten the battery strap.
12. Reinstall the main shroud by lowering it over the seat post. Slide the main shroud backwards until the tabs are
secured with the body shroud. Once secure, press firmly on the rear of the main shroud until the main shroud
snaps into place.
13. Reinstall the seat.
14. Charge the batteries. See VI. "Batteries and Charging."
When to Contact Your Authorized Pride Provider for Service
The following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your power chair. If necessary, contact your
authorized Pride Provider. When calling, have the model number, serial number, nature of the problem, and the
error code if available.
Motor noise
Frayed harnesses
Cracked or broken connectors
Uneven wear on any of the tires
Jerky motion
Pulling to one side
Bent or broken wheel assemblies
Does not power up
Powers up, but does not move
Loose seat or seating components
Corrective Maintenance
If the battery condition meter does not light up when you turn on the power:
Check the harness connections. Make sure they are tight.
Check the circuit breaker. Reset it if necessary.
Check the battery connections.
If the above conditions prove normal, you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester. These testers are
available at automotive parts stores. Disconnect both batteries before load testing and follow the directions that
come with the load tester. If either one of the batteries fails the load test, replace both of them. If your power chair
still does not power up, contact your authorized Pride Provider.
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