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Operation
INFORMATION
The control can be turned off while the wheelchair is being
pushed.
Lockingthebrake
To activate the brake, push the brake release lever to the rear
until the brake release bolt engages. To reactivate the driving
function, switch off the wheelchair controls and then switch
them on again.
6.6 Batteries
NOTICE
Riskofpropertydamageduetoimpropermaintenance
workonthebatteries. All maintenance work as well as
battery replacement may only be carried out by authorised
specialist staff.
The standard version of the C2000 power wheelchair is
equipped with two maintenance-free 12 V gel batteries with
a capacity of 79 Ah. As an option – which is not possible with
the heavy-duty version –, 12 V gel batteries with a capacity
of 110 Ah can be installed. The batteries are located under
the seat of the power wheelchair.
6.6.1 Charging
WARNING
Riskofinjuryduetoexplosivegases. Explosive gases can
develop while the batteries are charging. The following safety
instructions must be followed under all circumstances:
n
Ensure sufcient ventilation when charging the batteries
in closed rooms.
nSmoking and re are not permitted.
nSparks must be avoided.
nDo not cover the air vents in the trim.
NOTICE
Batterydamageduetodeepdischarge. Extended opera-
tion with low battery capacity results in deep discharge of
the battery, causing damage. There is a risk that the power
wheelchair may stop due to zero battery capacity and bring
the user into a dangerous situation.
The range of the power wheelchair is determined by the bat-
tery capacity. Many factors have an inuence on the battery
capacity. In addition to the temperature, age of the batteries
and amount of use, the charging cycle has a pronounced
effect on the capacity and therefore on the range.
