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PULSE 6 SERVICE MANUAL

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SEPT 2011SUNRISE MEDICAL

Health and Safety

While working on powered mobility products, it is essential to observe

good working practices. Below are a series of safety guidelines and

recommendations. Please note that these precautions are intended to serve

only as a guide, not to supersede or replace any safety statute, NHS or other

safety regulations.

General

• Always wear suitable protective clothing when handling batteries.

• Always wear suitable eye protection when drilling or inspecting.

• When safe to do so, wear protective gloves when handling the running

gear or batteries, as these parts are exposed to paths, parks etc.

• If the drive wheels have to be raised off the ﬂ oor, always use a pair

of axle stands to secure the vehicle.

Use extra caution when working with batteries.•

Always make sure that the batteries are disconnected from the device •

before commencing work.

Always check that the battery charger is disconnected from the device •

/batteries before commencing work.

Do not smoke while working on this device.•

Keep batteries away from all sources of ignition.•

Do not place objects on top of the batteries. •

Always keep someone close to your work area so that they may come •

to your assistance if needed.

Always wear personal protection when handling batteries, including, •

eye/face protection and gloves.

Make sure there is easy access to soap and water in case of acid •

spills.

Avoid touching eyes or unprotected parts of the body while working on •

batteries.

Remember that non-sealed batteries can contaminate any packaging, •

housing, or boxes they may have been transported in so handle all

packaging with care, especially during disposal.

If battery acid should come into contact with bare skin or clothing, be •

sure to wash contacted area immediately, using plenty of soap and

water. If battery acid enters the eyes, ﬂ ush with running cold water for

as long as possible while medical help is being sought.

When the tops of batteries are exposed, take extra care when working •

on or around the terminals.

Do not allow metal tools to drop on to or touch the exposed terminals •

of the batteries or other exposed connections, as this could cause a

short circuit, which may result in an explosion.

Battery Safety

Good Working Practices

Health and Safety

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