Batteries; Replacing Batteries - Invacare Fox Service Manual

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7.4

Batteries

7.4.1

Replacing batteries

ATTENTION:
Injury hazard and possible material damages if batteries are handled improperly!
· The installation of new batteries may only be carried out by authorised specialists.
· Observe the warning information on the batteries.
· Only use battery versions stated in the specifications.
ATTENTION:
Fire and burns hazard if battery terminal is bypassed!
· Please take great care to ensure that the battery terminals are never short-circuited with tools
or mechanical mobility device parts!
· Ensure that the battery terminal caps have been replaced if you are not working on the battery
terminals.
ATTENTION: Danger of crushing!
The batteries are extremely heavy. This results in injury hazards to your hands.
· Bear in mind that the batteries are sometimes very heavy!
· Please handle the batteries with care.
WARNING: BURN HAZARD!
Injury hazard due to discharged acid.
· Always wear acid-proof protective gloves when handling batteries.
· Always wear protective goggles when handling batteries.
What to do if acid is discharged:
· Always take clothing which has been soiled by or dipped in acid off immediately!
· Rinse any areas of your skin which has come into contact with battery acid off immediately
with plenty of water!
If contact with eyes is made:
· Rinse the affected eye under running water for several minutes! You should also consult an
eye specialist immediately afterwards!
Requirements:
· 5 mm Allen key
· 10 mm open-ended spanner
· depending on the battery type additionally:
- 10 mm open-ended spanner (32 Ah and 50 Ah battery)
- 11 mm open-ended spanner (40 Ah battery)
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