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VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING
BATTERIES AND CHARGING
Your power chair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free.
Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a
longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable.
Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge, and also are unsafe for use in power chairs.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Do not use batteries that exceed the recommended type and amp-hour capacity. Do
not use batteries with different amp-hour capacities. Refer to specifications table in this manual
and in the manual supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities.
Charging the Batteries
The battery charger is essential in providing long life for your power chair’s batteries. The battery charger is designed to
optimize your power chair’s performance by charging the batteries safely, quickly, and easily.
PROHIBITED! Removal of the grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly
install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery charger. Plug the charger directly
into a properly wired standard electrical outlet.
WARNING! You must recharge the batteries with the supplied onboard or off-board charging system.
Do not use an automotive-type battery charger.
WARNING! Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with
the battery charger before charging the batteries.
WARNING! Do not expose the battery charger to rain or other sources of moisture unless it has
been tested for outdoor use. Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more
information.
WARNING! Explosive gases may be generated while charging the batteries. Keep the power chair
and battery charger away from sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide adequate
ventilation when charging the batteries.
WARNING! Inspect the battery charger, wiring, and connectors for damage before each use. Contact
your authorized Pride Provider if damage is found.
WARNING! Do not attempt to open the battery charger case. If the battery charger does not
appear to be working correctly, contact your authorized Pride Provider.
WARNING! If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots, then do not attempt to insert
objects through these slots.
WARNING! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries
are charging. Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the power chair is
occupied.
WARNING! If your battery charger has not been tested and approved for outdoor use, then do not
expose it to adverse or extreme weather conditions. If the battery charger is exposed to adverse
or extreme weather conditions, then it must be allowed to adjust to the difference in environmental
conditions before use indoors. Refer to the manual supplied with the battery charger for more
information.