SECTION 20—M91 BATTERIES
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Part No 1125031
14. Tilt the seat forward. Refer to Tilting the Seat Assembly on page 81.
15. Connect the joystick.
NOTE: New batteries MUST be fully charged BEFORE using, otherwise the life of the batteries
will be reduced.
16. If necessary, charge the batteries. Refer to Charging Batteries on page 155.
FIGURE 20.2
Installing/Removing the Batteries
Removing
1. Place the wheelchair in a well ventilated area where work can be performed without
risking damage to carpeting or floor covering.
2. Verify the joystick On/Off switch is in the Off position and disconnect joystick.
3. Tilt the seat back. Refer to Tilting the Seat Assembly on page 81.
4. Remove the top shroud.
5. If necessary, disconnect right and left motor leads to allow access to the front of the
battery tray.
6. Disconnect the front battery from controller (RED connector). Refer to FIGURE 20.2.
7. Move aside the motor leads and controller cable to allow unobstructed access to the
front of the battery tray.
8. Disconnect the rear battery from the front battery (RED and BLACK connectors). Refer
9. If necessary, disconnect the wiring harness from batteries. Refer to Connecting/
Disconnecting the Battery Wiring Harness on page 153.
10. Unfasten the retaining strap that secures the two batteries in the battery tray.
Front of Wheelchair
Rear of wheelchair
RED Connector from
Battery to Controller
Front Battery
RED Front POSITIVE (+)
Battery Terminal Mounting
Screw, Nut and Fuse Hardware
(Terminal Cap Shown)
RED Rear POSITIVE (+) Battery
Terminal Mounting Screw, Nut
and Fuse Hardware*
RED Controller Connector
(Not Shown)
Rear Battery
BLACK Front NEGATIVE (-)
Battery Terminal Mounting
Screw, Nut and Fuse Hardware
(Terminal Cap Shown)
BLACK Battery Connectors
GREY Rear NEGATIVE (-)
Battery Terminal Mounting
Screw, Nut and Fuse Hardware*
Retaining Strap
*NOTE: Terminal cap shown removed for clarity.
RED Battery Connectors
Tie Wrap
Tie Wrap