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V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
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.
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after
handling.
WARNING! Contact your Quantum Rehab Dealer if you have any questions regarding
the batteries in your power chair.
WARNING! Always use two batteries of the exact same type, chemistry and amp-hour
(Ah) capacity. Refer to specifications table in this manual and in the manual supplied
with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities.
Charging the Batteries
The battery charger is essential in providing long life for your power chair batteries. It is designed to optimise your power
chair’s performance by charging the batteries safely, quickly and easily. The battery charging system consists of the battery
charger and the charger circuit fuse.The battery charger is only functional when the charger power lead is plugged into an
electrical outlet. See figure 7.
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.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension lead to plug in your battery charger. Plug the charger directly
into a properly wired standard electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries
are charging. Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the power chair is
occupied.
MANDATORY! Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied
with the battery charger before charging the batteries.
WARNING! Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries. Keep the power chair
and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide adequate
ventilation when charging the batteries.
WARNING! You must recharge your power chair’s batteries with the supplied off-board battery
charger. Do not use an automotive-type battery charger.
WARNING! Inspect the battery charger, wiring and connectors for damage before each use. Contact
your Quantum Rehab Dealer if damage is found.
WARNING! Do not attempt to open the battery charger case. If the battery charger does not
appear to be working correctly, contact your Quantum Rehab Dealer.
WARNING! If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots, then do not attempt to insert
objects through these slots.
WARNING! If the battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use, then do not
expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery charger is exposed to adverse
or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental
conditions before use indoors. Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more
information.
