SECTION 13—BATTERIES
Part No. 1106645
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R51™and R51LXP
SECTION 13—BATTERIES
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.
WARNINGS
After ANY adjustments, repair or service and BEFORE use, make sure that all
attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
Make sure power to the wheelchair is off before performing this section.
The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or face shields is recommended
when working with batteries.
Invacare strongly recommends that battery installation and battery replacement
ALWAYS be done by a qualified technician.
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.
NOTE: If there is battery acid in the bottom of the battery tray or on the sides of the battery(ies),
apply baking soda to these areas to neutralize the battery acid. Before reinstalling the existing or
new battery(ies), clean the baking soda from the battery tray or battery(ies) being sure to avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Determine source of contamination. Never install/reinstall a battery
with a cracked or otherwise damaged case.
