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HOSS Jr. - Owner's Manual
Can a regular liquid lead-acid battery be used, like in a car?
No. A DEEP CYCLE battery must be used. A car battery is not deep cycle.
Deep cycle batteries (boat type batteries) are available in both suspended liquid lead-acid
and gel cell lead-acid. Either type can be used. It is recommended that a gel cell or a
sealed lead-acid type battery be used on the
Hoss Jr.
. These batteries are maintenance free
and have no danger of spillage. They are also approved by the Federal Aviation Adminis-
tration for air travel. Do not use a conventional liquid lead-acid deep cycle battery. Spillage
of the battery acid can cause severe burns and will damage many components of your
Hoss
Jr.
. The charger which came with the
Hoss Jr.
is designed specifically to charge our type
of batteries.
Why will my Hoss Jr. not climb an incline?
1. Excessive weight on the wheelchair for the grade of the incline. Refer to the Ramp
Incline Chart in this Owner’s Manual.
2. Batteries not fully charged, or are bad. Charge them and have them tested.
3. Under-inflated tires.
4. Attempting to go up the incline in reverse. Remember, there is a forty-five percent (45%)
reduction in speed when moving in the reverse direction.
Again, thank you for your purchase of a Hoss Jr. wheelchair. We hope that you
will enjoy many years of trouble free service and freedom on your new wheel-
chair. Remember, your investment and your safety depend upon following the
guidelines and suggestions contained in this manual.
