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trolyte value to normal. If the battery discharges by 80% (the electrolyte is
between the range 1.13 - 1.15 g/cm3), charge it immediately. At this range
the vehicle can only last 2 - 3 mi. Don’t discharge any longer, or it will dam-
age the battery.
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Charge the battery fully before storage. Charge it at least once a month
for 24 hours. Discharge the batteries and charge it once again before use.
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See an authorized dealer for further help and maintenance.
Charging
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In order to optimize battery life, please use the recommended charger to
recharge the batteries.
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Keep the key switch in OFF position during charging.
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Keep the charger in a cool, dry location and avoid moisture.
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Charging should be monitored.
• NOTE:
When disconnecting the charger, be sure to unplug cord from AC
power source first then unplug cord connected to vehicle.
Battery Replacement
1. Replace the batteries immediately when approaching the end of the bat-
tery’s life. The capacity of a battery at the end of its life will decrease quick-
ly and won’t meet the standard range (miles on full charge). Consult with
the supplier or dealer for a detailed battery replacement.
2. Remove battery tie-downs and cables. Lift out batteries with a commer-
cially available lifting device. If the batteries have been cleaned and any
acid in the battery rack area has been neutralized as recommended, no
corrosion to the battery racks or surrounding area should be present. Any
corrosion found should be immediately removed with a putty knife and a
wire brush. The area should be washed with a solution of sodium bicar-
bonate (baking soda) and water and thoroughly dried before priming and
painting with a corrosion resistant paint.
3. The batteries should be placed into the battery racks and the battery tie-
downs tightened to 45 - 55 in. lbs. (5 - 6 Nm) torque to prevent movement
but not tight enough to cause distortion of the battery cases.
4. Inspect all wires and terminals. Clean any corrosion from the battery ter-
minals or the wire terminals with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (bak-
ing soda) and clean with a wire brush.
WARNING:
To prevent battery ex-
plosion that could result in severe personal injury or death, extreme care
must be used with aerosol containers of battery terminal protectant. Insu-
late the metal container to prevent the metal can from contacting battery
terminals which could result in an explosion.
5. Use care to connect the battery wires as shown. Tighten the battery post
