SECTION 3—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
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Checking Battery Charge Level
The following “Do’s” and “Don’ts” are provided for your convenience and safety.
Batteries won’t charge.
Blown battery fuse in wiring harness. Check battery wiring harness fuse on the
wheelchair.
Charger not plugged into outlet.
Make sure charger is plugged into the outlet.
No AC power at the outlet.
Check for AC power with a digital volt
meter.
Charger Power cord may be
damaged, or the connector may be
damaged.
Check for damage and replace if necessary,
or
send in for repair.
Charger may have internal damage.
Charge batteries with known good charger.
Battery voltage too low for charger
to start charging cycle.
Replace batteries.
Batteries have short driving range during a
single charge. Battery Gauge falls off faster
than normal.
Consumer not charging batteries
long enough.
Instruct consumer to charge for 8-10 hours
minimum.
Batteries may be weak.
Perform load test. Electronics Field
Reference Guide, part number 1141471.
Check programming settings.
Ensure all performance parameters have not
been set to their highest settings. Refer to
MK6i Electronics Field Reference Guide, part
number 1141471.
Heavy load on motors.
Chairs weight distribution may be offset
(wheelchair may be front loaded).
E28 Error code.
Charger still plugged in when user
tries to drive the wheelchair.
Unplug charger to drive wheelchair.
DO
DON’T
Read and understand this manual and any service information
that accompanies a battery and charger before operating the
wheelchair.
Don’t perform any installation or maintenance without first
reading this manual.
Move the wheelchair to a work area before opening battery box
or installing service batteries.
Don’t perform installation or maintenance of batteries in an
area that could be damaged by battery spills.
Recharge as nightly to maintain a high charge level and extend
battery life.
Don’t make it a habit to discharge batteries to the
lowest level.
Follow recommendations in this manual when
selecting a battery or charger.
Don’t use randomly chosen batteries or chargers.
Fully charge new batteries before using.
Don’t put new batteries into service before charging.
Use a carrying strap to remove, move or install a
battery.
Don’t tip or tilt batteries.
Push battery clamps on the terminals. Spread clamps wider if
necessary.
Don’t tap on clamps and terminals with tools.
Use ONLY a GEL charger for a GEL battery or “Sealed” battery.
Don’t mismatch your battery and chargers.
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