Owner`s manual

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BATTERIES
The Zip'r Mantis is equipped with two 12 volt deep-cycle sealed and maintenance-free batteries.
Though the batteries look similar to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable as the Zip'r
Mantis batteries are able to handle long discharges and automotive batteries are not capable of
such. Automotive batteries are unsafe for use in power chairs.
MANDATORY! Always wear gloves and goggles when handling the
power chair batteries. Your power chair batteries are sealed, but
also contain lead and lead compounds, so extra caution should
always be taken when handling your batteries, battery posts,
terminals, and accessories.
WARNING! Always change both (two) batteries – never change just a
single battery. Always use batteries of the exact same type, chemistry, and
amp hour (A.h) capacity. See Figure 6 on page 12 for your battery type
details.
PROHIBITED! Never allow any tools and/or battery cables to inadvertently
make contact with the battery posts. An electrical short is possible and
serious injury or damage to the power chair may occur.
CHARGING
The Zip'r Mantis battery charger is essential in providing a long life for the power chair batteries.
The power chair offers two charging ports for your convenience (see Figures 9 and 10) and either
port may be used to complete the charging process. Please note that the battery charger is only
functional when the charger power chord is plugged into an electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! Never attempt to charge the batteries by attaching the charger
cables directly to the battery terminals.
PROHIBITED! Never attempt to charge the batteries when the power chair,
batteries, or charger is wet from exposure to moisture.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery charger.
Plug your charger directly into an electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! A potential explosive condition can occur while charging the
batteries near a source of ignition such as flames, sparks, or flammable
liquids. At all times keep the power chair and charger away from such
sources.
WARNING! Never use an automotive-type battery charger on your power
chair. Only use a charger approved or supplied by Zip'r Mobility.
BATTERIES AND CHARGING