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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.
NOTE
- Always remove and reattach the negative cable (black
cable) first.
5. Make sure to allow enough time to fully charge
batteries.
NOTE
- Batteries should never be left for long period in the
discharged state. Unused or stored batteries should be given a
charge once per month.
6. To charge batteries, use the off-board charger by
plugging off-board charger plug into the off-board
charger socket.
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WARNING
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.
XI. MAINTENANCE
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
re pair work done by your supplier.
!
WARNING
1. Your chair needs regular maintenance for peak
perform ance 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 6 months.
2. Motors:
• 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.
NOTE
- You do not need to grease or oil the chair.
3. Upholstery:
• Hand-wash only as needed. Machine washing
may damage fabric. See label instructions for
information.
• Drip-dry only. Heat from a dryer may damage
fabric.
NOTE
- Washing the fabric may decrease fire retardant proper-
ties.
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.
!
WARNING
D. BATTERY MAINTENANCE
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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