SECTION 13—BATTERIES
Part No. 1106645
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R51™and R51LXP
When to Charge Batteries
SPJ™+ Joysticks
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 13.11.
The Information Gauge Display located on the front of the joystick housing, it provides
the state-of-battery charge, including notification of when the battery requires charging.
It also provides the following information to the user on the status of the wheelchair:
A. GREEN LEDs are lit, indicating well
charged batteries.
B. AMBER LEDs are lit, indicating
batteries are moderately charged.
Recharge batteries before taking a
long trip.
C. RED LEDs are lit, indicating
batteries are running out of charge.
Recharge batteries as soon as
possible.
FIGURE 13.11
SPJ™+ Joysticks
WARNINGS
Never attempt to recharge the batteries by attaching cables directly to the battery
terminals or clamps. Use the recharging plug located on either the rear of the
wheelchair frame or on the front of the joystick.
DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries and operate the power wheelchair at
the same time.
DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair has been exposed
to ANY type of moisture.
DO NOT attempt to recharge the batteries when the wheelchair is outside.
DO NOT sit in the wheelchair while recharging the batteries.
During use and charging, unsealed batteries will vent hydrogen gas which is
explosive in the right concentration with air.
CAUTION
New batteries MUST be fully charged prior to initial use of the wheelchair.
Always charge new batteries before initial use or battery life will be reduced.
NOTE: As a general rule, batteries should be recharged daily to assure the longest possible life and
minimize the required charging time. Plan to recharge the batteries when it is anticipated the
wheelchair will not be used for a long period of time.
The range per battery charge using recommended batteries should be approximately 5 to
9 hours of typical operation. Extensive use on inclines may substantially reduce per
charge mileage.
Battery
Charger/Programming
Batteries Full
Batteries
Empty
Information Gauge Display
