Invacare IRC1175 - Manual (Page 12)

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OPERATION
OPERATION FROM THE WALL OUTLET
The Freeway Freedom power pack is required for running the Freeway
Freedom from AC wall outlets and to recharge the batteries when not
in use. Your AC/DC power pack and cord are designed to operate
from U.S. and North American outlet voltages and plug configurations
(90 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60Hz). By purchasing travel plug adaptors, the
Freeway Freedom can be utilized around the world.
1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position.
2. Connect the Freeway Freedom AC/DC power pack to the power
cord.
3. Plug the power cord into the wall and the power pack outlet lead
into the Freeway Freedom DC inlet. The GREEN charging
indicator light( ) will come ON.
4. Proceed to PREPARING FOR TREATMENT section in this manual.
OPERATING FROM THE FREEWAY
FREEDOM BATTERY PACK
1. Ensure the AC/DC power pack or 12 volt lead is NOT plugged
into the control unit panel of the Freeway Freedom.
2. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF ( O ) position.
3. Insert the charged Freeway Freedom battery pack into the unit.
Refer to INSTALLING THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY
PACK section in this manual.
4. Proceed to the PREPARING FOR TREATMENT section in this manual.
OPERATING FROM A CAR OR A BOAT
The Freeway Freedom’s 12 volt lead will fit into the majority of car
cigarette lighter sockets. The vehicle MUST BE a negative ground
system. This is normal on practically all modern vehicles. Connection to
a positive ground system cannot damage the Freeway Freedom, the
unit simply will NOT operate or charge the battery from an incorrect
polarity DC supply.