SYMPTOM
PROBABLE
CAUSE
SOLUTIONS
Motor “chatters” or
runs irregular.
Motor/gearbox
malfunction.
Stop use of
Wheelchair.
Contact
Dealer/Invacare
for Service.
Joystick erratic or
does not respond as
desired.
Damaged motor
coupling.
Electrical
malfunction.
Controller
programmed
improperly.
Contact
Dealer/Invacare
for Service.
Contact
Dealer/Invacare
for Service.
Contact
Dealer/Invacare
to have controller
reprogrammed.
Wheelchair does
not respond to
commands.
Electrical
malfunction.
Contact
Dealer/Invacare
for Service.
Power indicator
off - even after
recharging.
Poor battery
terminal connection.
Have terminals
cleaned.
9.3
Checking Battery Charge Level
The following “Do’s” and “Don’ts” are provided for your convenience
and safety.
DON’T
DO
Don’t perform any installation
or maintenance without first
reading this manual.
Read and understand this
manual and any service
information that accompanies
a battery and charger before
operating the wheelchair.
Don’t perform installation or
maintenance of batteries in an
area that could be damaged by
battery spills.
Move the wheelchair to a work
area before cleaning terminals,
or opening battery box.
Don’t make it a habit to
discharge batteries to the
lowest level.
Recharge as frequently as
possible to maintain a high
charge level and extend battery
life.
Don’t use randomly chosen
batteries or chargers.
Follow recommendations in this
manual when selecting a battery
or charger.
Don’t put new batteries into
service before charging.
Fully charge a new battery
before using.
Don’t tip or tilt batteries.
Use a carrying strap to remove,
move or install a battery.
Don’t tap on clamps and
terminals with tools.
Push battery clamps on the
terminals. Spread clamps wider
if necessary.
Don’t mismatch your battery
and chargers.
Use only a gel charger for a gel
battery.
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