Invacare TDX 5 Mobility Aid User Manual


 
SECTION 7—BATTERIES
TDX™ Wheelchairs 58 Part No 1143150
Installing the Battery Door and Rear Shroud
ƽ WARNING
Wheelchairs with TRRO or TRBKTS Only - Battery support brackets MUST be
installed at all times. Otherwise, the wheelchair will not be WC/19 compliant.
After installing battery door, ensure that the mounting screws on the side of the
battery door are fully engaged into the side of the battery box.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.1 on page 54 and FIGURE 7.2 on page 55.
1. Wheelchairs with TRRO and TRBKTS Only - Install the battery support bracket onto
the battery box (FIGURE 7.2 on page 55) using the four hex screws and four locknuts
(if applicable). Torque to 75 in-lbs.
NOTE: The installation of the battery support bracket depends on the type of battery and options
on the wheelchair. Refer to the correct configuration in FIGURE 7.2 on page 55.
2. Reinstall battery door onto front of wheelchair.
3. Install both mounting screws on the side of the battery door.
NOTE: Ensure that the mounting screws on the side of the battery door are fully engaged into the
side of the battery box.
ƽ WARNING
When installing batteries, ensure battery connector is securely engaged to the con-
troller connector - otherwise serious personal injury may result.
4. Connect the controller to the batteries at the rear of the wheelchair.
5. Wheelchairs with TRRO and TRBKTS Only - Reinstall the top controller shroud using
the two thumb screws (FIGURE 7.2 on page 55).
6. Reinstall the rear shroud and secure in place with the existing two thumb screws.
NOTE: New Battery(ies) MUST be fully charged before using, otherwise the life of the battery(ies)
will be reduced.
7. Formula PTO Plus Only - Tilt the seat forward. Refer to Tilting the Seat Assembly
on
page 49.
8. If necessary, charge the battery(ies). Refer to Charging Batteries on page 63.
Replacing Batteries
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.5.
NOTE: The following tools are required to perform this procedure.
Wire Cutter
1. Remove the batteries from the wheelchair. Refer to Removing/Installing the Batteries
From/Into the Wheelchair on page 53.