Charging Batteries; Disposing Of Batteries - Quickie Pulse 6 BC Owner's Manual

E N G L I S H
WARNING
Batteries weigh up to 39 pounds. Lifting batteries may
cause back strain. If you fail to heed these warnings
severe injury may occur to you.
5. Plug battery harnesses into chair harness.
6. Place shroud into position.
WARNING
Never make direct contact across both battery termi-
nals, as an explosion may occur. A spark may result in an
explosion and/or fire resulting in severe injury or death.
E. CHARGING BATTERIES
WARNING
To avoid the risk of
severe injury or death
from electrical shock,
fire or explosion while
charging:
1. Never connect charger
to a 240 volt source.
The main input voltage
is 110 volts.
2. Never touch the charg-
er after it is connected to
an electrical outlet. This
may cause electrical shock.
• Never connect or dis-
connect charger from battery while there is power to
the charger.
3. Never use an extension cord. Use of an improper cord
could damage the charger or cause a fire or electrical shock.
Off-board charger port
(located under joystick)
4. A battery emits explosive hydrogen gas during charging. To
reduce the risk of fire or explosion:
• Make sure area is well vented. Never charge battery in a
closed-in area.
• Never smoke or allow a spark, flame or high heat near
battery during charging.
• Never allow metal tools or chair parts to make direct
contact across both battery terminals.
5. Never look directly into cells when charging battery (wet cell
batteries).
ALWAYS:
1. Use the charger that comes with your wheelchair. Read and
follow all instructions and warnings.
2. Make sure room is well ventilated.
3. Turn off all power to your chair.
4. Connect and disconnect battery cables with caution.
5. Make sure to allow enough time to fully charge batteries.
NOTE– Batteries should never be left for long periods in the discharged state.
Unused or stored batteries should be given a charge once per
month.
6. Charge batteries by plugging in the battery charger cord into
the chair and an outlet.
7. Or, use an off-board charger by plugging it into the joystick.
F. DISPOSING OF BATTERIES
1. All batteries once they have reached the end of their useful
life are deemed to be hazardous waste.
2. For further information on handling and recycling contact
your local
recycling authority.
3. Always dispose of product through a recognized agent.
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