Preparing The Electric Vehicle For Extended Off-Season Storage - Club Car 2009-20011 Electric Precedent Maintenance And Service Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION
CAUTION
• Batteries in low state of charge will freeze at low temperatures.
• To avoid exposing electrical components to moisture and subsequent damages, do not use any type
of pressure washing or steam cleaning equipment to wash the vehicle.
• Place Tow/Run switch in the TOW position.

PREPARING THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR EXTENDED OFF-SEASON STORAGE

1. Fully charge batteries. See Section 18 – Batteries.
2. Batteries should be clean and free of corrosion. Wash tops and terminals of batteries with a solution of baking
soda and water (1 cup (237 mL) baking soda per 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water). Rinse solution off batteries. Do not
allow this solution to enter the batteries. Be sure terminals are tight. Let the terminals dry and then coat them
with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (P/N 1014305).
3. Store vehicle in a cool, dry place. This will minimize battery self-discharge.
4. Adjust tires to recommended tire pressure. See Section 2 – Vehicle Specifications.
5. Perform all semiannual periodic lubrication. See Periodic Lubrication Schedule on page 10-6.
6. Thoroughly clean front body, rear body, seats, battery compartment, and underside of vehicle.
7. Do not engage the park brake. Chock the wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
8. Keep batteries fully charged during storage.
– Leave battery chargers plugged in during storage. The onboard computer (OBC) will automatically activate
the charger when necessary.
– If the battery charger is left plugged in during extended storage, check the electrolyte level and charger function
monthly to ensure that proper operation is maintained. To check charger function, disconnect the DC cord
(stationary charger) from the vehicle or the AC cord (onboard charger) from the power source, wait five
seconds, then reconnect it. The charger is functioning properly if the ammeter indicates current.
NOTE: The OBC keeps track of the time spent in storage mode. When the OBC detects that the storage charge
cycles may have depleted the available electrolyte, it will stop the charger from further operation.
Disconnecting then reconnecting the DC cord (stationary charger) or AC cord (onboard charger) indicates the
electrolyte levels have been maintained and allows the OBC to resume operation.
While in storage, the Tow/Run switch should be in Tow. When in Tow mode, the amber battery warning light
will not illuminate. Do not attempt to use the battery light as an indication of battery state while in storage.
– If AC power is off for 7 days or longer, the OBC will not function or charge the vehicle again until it has
been restarted. To restart the computer, make sure AC power has been restored, disconnect the DC cord
(stationary charger) from the vehicle or the AC cord (onboard charger) from the power source, wait five
seconds, then reconnect it.
CAUTION
• Be sure to check the batteries and charger monthly to maintain correct battery water level and to
ensure the charger is operating correctly during storage.
– If the charger cannot remain plugged in, AC power will not be available during extended storage, or electrolyte
levels will not be maintained, then disconnect the batteries for storage (Figure 1-1, Page 1-3) or (Figure 1-2,
Page 1-3).
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