SECTION 22—TDX BATTERIES
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SECTION 22—TDX BATTERIES
WARNING
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Warnings for Handling and Replacing Batteries
DANGER
Risk of Death or Serious Injury
Failure to observe these warnings can cause an electrical short resulting in death,
serious injury, or damage to the electrical system.
The POSITIVE (+) RED battery cable MUST connect to the POSITIVE (+) battery
terminal(s)/post(s).
The NEGATIVE (-) BLACK battery cable MUST connect to the NEGATIVE (-)
battery terminal(s)/post(s).
NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery
post(s) at the same time. An electrical short may occur and serious injury or
damage may occur.
Install protective caps on positive and negative battery terminals.
Replace cable(s) immediately if cable(s) insulation becomes damaged.
DO NOT remove fuse or mounting hardware from POSITIVE (+) red battery cable
mounting screw.
WARNING
Make sure power to the wheelchair is OFF before performing these procedures.
The use of rubber gloves is recommended when working with batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement
always be done by a qualified technician.
22NF batteries weigh 37 pounds each. GP24 batteries weigh 51 pounds each. Use
proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury.
Use MK p/n M24SLDG or p/n M22NFSLDG batteries only. Failure to use the correct
battery size and/or voltage may cause damage to your wheelchair and give you
unsatisfactory performance.
ALWAYS use a battery lifting strap when lifting a battery. It is the most convenient
method and assures that the battery acid will not spill. It also helps to prolong the
life of the battery.
DO NOT tip the batteries. Keep the batteries in an upright position.
When tightening the clamps, always use a box wrench. Pliers will “round off” the
nuts. NEVER wiggle the battery terminal(s)/post(s) when tightening. The battery
may become damaged.
