Pride Mobility JAZZY 1101 - Manual (Page 29)

Jazzy 1101/1121/RevE/Jun03 www.pridemobility.com 29
V I I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
Battery Break-in
To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency:
1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance
level.
2. Operate your Jazzy throughout the house and yard. Move slowly at first, and don’t stray too far until you become
accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries.
3. Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and operate your Jazzy again. The batteries will now perform at
over 90% of their potential.
4. After four or five charging cycles, the batteries will top off at 100% charge and last for an extended period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How does the charger work?
The battery charger takes the standard wall outlet voltage of 120 VAC (alternating current) and converts it to 24 VDC
(direct current). The Jazzy batteries use direct current to run your power chair. When the battery voltage is low, the charger
works harder to charge the battery. This is why the ammeter initially reads 5 or more amps. As the battery voltage
approaches full charge, the charger doesn’t work as hard to complete the charging cycle. This explains why the ammeter
drops as it approaches a full charge. When the battery is fully charged, the amperage from the charger is nearly at zero. This
is how the charger maintains a charge but does not overcharge the battery.
Can I use a different battery charger?
You should use the charger supplied with the Jazzy. It is the safest, most efficient tool to charge the batteries. We do not
recommend using other types of chargers (e.g., an automotive battery charger). Your Jazzy’s charger will not operate after
the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage. If this happens, call your authorized Pride Provider for assis-
tance.
How often must I charge the batteries?
Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries. You may use your Jazzy all day on a daily
basis or you may not use it for weeks at a time.
n Daily Use
If you use your Jazzy on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using your Jazzy. Your Jazzy will
be ready each morning to give you a full day’s service. It is recommended that you charge the batteries 8 to 14 hours
after daily use. Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle.
n Infrequent Use
If you use your Jazzy infrequently (once a week or less), you should charge the batteries at least once per week for 12
to 14 hours.
NOTE: Keep your batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging your batteries. Do not charge the batteries
for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle.