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I I I . B AT T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
How do I change a battery in my Travel Scooter?
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands
after handling.
PROHIBITED! Always use two batteries of the exact same type, chemistry, and amp-
hour (Ah) capacity. Refer to the product specifi cations insert and in the manual
supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities.
WARNING! Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the
same time.
WARNING! Contact your Provider if you have any questions regarding the batteries
in your Travel Scooter.
WARNING! Do not replace the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied.
WARNING! The batteries on your Travel Scooter should only be serviced or replaced
by an authorized Provider or a qualifi ed technician.
PROHIBITED! Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals.
Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.
You may need the following to change your batteries:
 Metric/standard socket set and ratchet
 Adjustable wrench
 Screwdriver
WARNING! Do not lift beyond your physical capability. Ask for assistance when necessary while
disassembling or assembling your scooter.
WARNING! Do not pull on electrical harness wires directly to detach them from the Travel
Scooter. Always grasp the connector itself when disconnecting the harness to prevent wire
damage.
To change batteries in Battery Pack Style A (see fi gure 6):
1. Remove the battery pack from the Travel Scooter.
2. Carefully turn the pack upside down.
3. Remove the screws from the perimeter of the battery pack.
4. Carefully turn the pack right side up and remove the lid.
WARNING! To avoid confusion when replacing batteries, replace one battery at a time
5. Disconnect the black (-) and red (+) battery cables from the battery terminals of the fi rst battery.
6. Remove the old battery.
7. Place the new battery into the battery pack.
8. Connect the red battery cable to the positive (+) battery terminal of the fi rst battery.
9. Connect the black battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal of the fi rst battery.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 for the other battery.
11. Position the lid back onto the battery pack ensuring all wires are inside the pack so they don't become pinched.
12. Carefully turn the pack upside down.
13. Reinstall all screws and tighten.
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