Sunrise Medical Quickie P300 - Manual (Page 43)

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X I . B A T T E R I E S
E. CHARGING BATTERIES
To avoid the risk of severe injury or death from electrical shock, fire or explosion
while charging:
1. Never connect charger to a 240 volt source.The main input voltage is 110 volts.
2. Never touch the charger after it is connected to an electrical outlet.This may cause
electrical shock.
• Connect charger to the power supply ONLY AFTER you connect charger to
the battery.
• Never connect or disconnect charger from battery while there is power to
the charger.
3. Never use an extension cord. Use of an improper cord could damage the charger, or
cause a fire or electrical shock.
4. Do not use charger if it has been dropped or damaged.
5. 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 contact battery.
6. Never look directly into cells when charging battery.
1. Use the charger that comes with your wheelchair. Read and follow all
instructions and warnings.
2. Use the correct switch setting (located on the charger) for the type of
batteries being used (wet or gel).
3. Make sure room is well ventilated.
4. Turn off all power to your chair.
5. Connect and disconnect battery cables with caution. Only connect the charger
to the power supply after the charger has been connected to the chair.
6. 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.