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X I I . M A I N T E N A N C E
A. NOTES
1. Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful life of your chair.
2. Clean your chair regularly. This will help you find loose or worn parts and will make
your chair easier to use.
3. To protect your investment, have all major service and repair work done by your supplier.
WARNING
1. Your chair needs regular maintenance for peak performance and to avoid
injury from chair failure, damage or premature wear.
2. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per the “Maintenance Chart”.
3. If you detect a problem, make sure to service or repair the chair before use.
4. At least once a year, have a complete safety check and service of your chair
performed by a supplier.
B. CLEANING
1. Paint Finish:
• Clean the paint finish with mild soapy water monthly.
• Protect the paint with a coat of non-abrasive auto wax every three months.
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• Clean around motor area weekly with a slightly damp (not wet) cloth.
• Wipe off or blow away any fluff, dust, or dirt on or around the motors.
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You do not need to grease or oil the chair.
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• Hand-wash only as needed. Machine washing may damage fabric.
• Drip-dry only. Heat from a dryer may damage fabric.
NOTE–
Washing the fabric may decrease fire retardant properties.
C. STORAGE TIPS
1. Store your chair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust or corrode.
2. Before using your chair, make sure it is in proper working order. Inspect and
service all items on the “Maintenance Chart”.
3. If you store this chair for more than three months, have it inspected by a
supplier before use.
D.BATTERY MAINTENANCE
WARNING
1. To prevent an acid spill, always keep batteries upright (wet cell batteries).
2. Never smoke or hold an open flame near batteries.
3. Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries.
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This varies for different types of batteries. Always follow the instructions supplied with your
batteries.
NOTE–
Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle or service batteries.
2. Adding Water: (Wet Cells Only)
• Wet-type lead acid batteries need periodic replacement of water.
NOTE–
Use distilled water only.
• Check the battery fluid level about once a week. When you remove the stoppers (on
top of the battery) there should be one-eighth to one-quarter of an inch of fluid above
the internal plates. Do not overfill.
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Check battery terminals often for corrosion.
a) If corrosion is present, use a wire brush to clean the terminals.
NOTE–
Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves.
b) Use baking soda to neutralize acid.
c) Use petroleum jelly to re-grease the terminals after connecting cable to battery.
(Completely cover the terminal nut and bolt, cable clip and any exposed cable with jelly).
4. For Answers To Questions: Contact your supplier.
