QM-7 SERIES SERVICE MANUAL
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JANUARY 2012
SUNRISE MEDICAL
Health and Safety
While working on powered mobility products, it is essential to observe
good working practices. Below are a series of safety guidelines and
recommendations. Please note that these precautions are intended to serve
only as a guide, not to supersede or replace any safety statute, NHS or other
safety regulations.
General
• Always wear suitable protective clothing when handling batteries.
• Always wear suitable eye protection when drilling or inspecting.
• When safe to do so, wear protective gloves when handling the running
gear or batteries, as these parts are exposed to paths, parks etc.
• If the drive wheels have to be raised off the
fl
oor, always use a pair
of axle stands to secure the vehicle.
•
Use extra caution when working with batteries.
•
Always make sure that the batteries are disconnected from the device
before commencing work.
•
Always check that the battery charger is disconnected from the device
/batteries before commencing work.
•
Do not smoke while working on this device.
•
Keep batteries away from all sources of ignition.
•
Do not place objects on top of the batteries.
•
Always keep someone close to your work area so that they may come
to your assistance if needed.
•
Always wear personal protection when handling batteries, including,
eye/face protection and gloves.
•
Make sure there is easy access to soap and water in case of acid
spills.
•
Avoid touching eyes or unprotected parts of the body while working on
batteries.
•
Remember that non-sealed batteries can contaminate any packaging,
housing, or boxes they may have been transported in so handle all
packaging with care, especially during disposal.
•
If battery acid should come into contact with bare skin or clothing, be
sure to wash contacted area immediately, using plenty of soap and
water. If battery acid enters the eyes,
fl
ush with running cold water for
as long as possible while medical help is being sought.
•
When the tops of batteries are exposed, take extra care when working
on or around the terminals.
•
Do not allow metal tools to drop on to or touch the exposed terminals
of the batteries or other exposed connections, as this could cause a
short circuit, which may result in an explosion.
Battery Safety
Section 1
Health and Safety
