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BATTERIES & CHARGER
BATTERY
We recommend that you use deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance
free for your power wheelchair. Both sealed lead-acid (SLA) and gel cell are
deep-cycle batteries and are similar in performance. Deep-cycle batteries are
specifically designed to provide power, drain down, and then accept a relatively
quick recharge. Lead-acid batteries should be charge as often as possible.
Specification of the battery that we recommend:
Type:
Size:
Voltage:
Amp Hours:
Deep –cycle sealed lead-acid or gel cell
34AH/22NF
12V each
34 amp hours
Depending on the use, terrain and driving conditions, the batteries will provide a
range of 12-18 miles of travel. However, even if the power chair is not in use, we
recommend that the batteries be charged periodically.
Note:
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Do not use any automotive batteries. They are not designed to handle a long,
deep discharge and also are unsafe for use in power chairs.
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The useful life of a battery is quite often a reflection of the care it receives.
CHARGER
The battery charger takes the standard wall outlet voltage (alternating current )and
converts it into VDC (direct current).The batteries use direct current to run your
power chair. When the batteries are fully charged, the amperage from the charger
is almost at zero. This is how the charger maintains a charge but does not over-
charge the battery.
Note: The batteries will not be able to be charged after they are discharged to
nearly zero voltage.
CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
To recharge the batteries, follow the steps below:
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Place your power wheelchair close to a standard electrical wall outlet.
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Turn the controller power OFF
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Plug the charger power cord (Round head) into the controller
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Plug the charger power cord into a standard wall outlet. A red and a yellow (if
battery charge is low) LED will illuminate.
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When charging is completed, the yellow LED will turn green.
