Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Quickie V-121 - Manual (Page 20)

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D. BATTERY MAINTENANCE
1. To prevent an acid spill, always keep batteries upright.
2. Never smoke or hold an open flame near batteries.
3. Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle batteries.
1. Maintenance Schedule:
This varies for different types of batteries. Always follow the instructions
supplied with your batteries.
Note: Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when you handle or service batteries.
2. Adding Water: (Wet Cells Only)
• Wet-type lead acid batteries need periodic replacement of water lost due
to evaporation.
Note: use distilled water only.
• Check the battery fluid level about once a week.When you remove the
stoppers (on top of the battery) there should be one-eighth to one-quarter
of an inch of fluid above the internal plates. Do not overfill.
3. Corrosion:
Check battery terminals often for corrosion.
a. If corrosion is present, use a wire brush to clean the terminals.
Note: Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves.
b. Use baking soda to neutralize acid.
c. Use petroleum jelly to re-grease the terminals after connecting cable to
battery. (Completely cover the terminal nut and bolt, cable clip and any
exposed cable with jelly).
4. For Answers To Questions: Contact your supplier.
X I I . M A I N T E N A N C E X I I . M A I N T E N A N C E
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. 41)
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 performed
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. 41)
3. If you store this chair for more than three months, have it inspected by a sup-
plier before use.