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930486 Rev.A
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930486 Rev.A
XII. MAINTENANCE
A. NOTES
1. Proper maintenance will improve performance and extend the useful life
of your chair.
2. Clean your chair regularly.This will help you find loose or worn parts and will
make your chair easier to use.
3. To protect your investment, have all major service and repair work done by
your supplier.
1. Your chair needs regular maintenance for peak performance and to avoid
injury from chair failure, damage or premature wear.
2. Inspect and maintain this chair strictly per the “Maintenance Chart” (p. 51).
3. If you detect a problem, make sure to service or repair the chair before use.
4. At least once a year, have a complete safety check and service of your chair per-
formed by a supplier.
B. CLEANING
1. Paint Finish:
• Clean the paint finish with mild soapy water monthly.
• Protect the paint with a coat of non-abrasive auto wax every three months.
2. Motors:
• Clean around motor area weekly with a slightly damp (not wet) cloth.
• Wipe off or blow away any fluff, dust, or dirt on or around the motors.
• Note: You do not need to grease or oil the chair.
3. Upholstery:
• Hand-wash only as needed. Machine washing may damage fabric.
• Drip-dry only. Heat from a dryer may damage fabric.
Note: Washing the fabric may decrease fire retardant properties.
C. STORAGE TIPS
1. Store your chair in a clean, dry area. If you fail to do so, parts may rust or corrode.
2. Before using your chair, make sure it is in proper working order. Inspect and
service all items on the “Maintenance Chart” (See p. 51)
3. If you store this chair for more than three months, have it inspected by a
supplier before use.
XI. BATTERIES
3. Never use an extension cord. Use of an improper cord could damage the charger,or
cause a fire or electrical shock.
4. A battery emits explosive hydrogen gas during charging.To reduce the risk of fire
or explosion:
• Make sure area is well vented. Never charge battery in a closed-in area.
• Never smoke or allow a spark, flame or high heat near battery during changing.
• Never allow metal tools or chair parts to make direct contact across both
terminals.
5. Never look directly into cells when charging battery.
Always:
1. Use the charger that comes with your wheelchair. Read and follow all
instructions and warnings.
2. Make sure room is well ventilated.
3. Turn off all power to your chair.
4. Connect and disconnect battery cables with caution. Only connect the charger
to the power supply after the charger has been connected to the chair.
5. Make sure to allow enough time to fully charge batteries.
NOTE: Batteries should never be left for long periods in the discharged state. Unused
or stored batteries should be given a charge once per month.
6. Charge batteries by engaging the battery charger connector (A) to the
charger/programming port (B) located on the joystick.
F. DISPOSING OF BATTERIES
1. All batteries once they have reached the end of their useful life are deemed
to be hazardous waste.
2. For further information on handling and recycling contact your local
recycling authority.
3. Always dispose of product through a recognized agent.
Integral Joystick Remote Joystick
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