Otto Bock SKIPPI, Service Manual

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Service Work
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Charging the batteries
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to incorrect battery handling.
Please note the following when handling the
batteries:
• Charge the batteries as soon as possible if only one LED is flashing on the "battery capacity" LED
indicator.
• Pull out the fuse for lengthy storage.
• The manufacturer does not assume any liability for damage due to deep discharge.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the battery charger / risk of damage caused by the battery charger.
Please
note the following when using the charger:
• Only use Ottobock battery chargers which have been tested and approved for use with the given
batteries by the manufacturer (observe information on battery charger).
• The indications on the nameplate of the battery charger must be identical to the voltage of the
mains supply of your country.
• Only use the battery charger within the specified temperature and humidity limits.
• Place the battery charger on a level surface.
• If you position the battery charger near a window, protect it from direct sunlight.
• Keep the battery charger from overheating. The vent openings of the charger must not be covered.
• Turn off the control unit during the charging process so that the entire charging current flows to the
battery.
• Avoid dust and dirt. Only clean with a dry cloth.
The charge level of the batteries determines the range of the power wheelchair. The following
factors influence battery capacity:
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Ambient temperature
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Age of the batteries
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Driving load
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Charging method
Prolonged driving at the lower end of the battery indicator results in deep discharge which
causes battery damage. In addition, there is the risk that the power wheelchair may stop due
to zero battery capacity and put the user in a dangerous situation.
The indications on the nameplate of the battery charger must be identical to the voltage of the
mains supply of your country.
The charging receptacle of the power wheelchair is located on the underside of the control
panel.
Tools:
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Battery charger provided by Ottobock
Steps:
1. Insert the 3-pin charger plug into the charging receptacle on the control panel.
2. Connect the charger to the power supply network. Charging starts automatically.
3. Disconnect the power supply plug after the charging process is complete.