Batteries And Charging - TDR S161 Operating Instructions Manual

III. YOUR TRAVEL SCOOTER
To re-install the shroud pieces
Place each piece in its appropriate location and push with slight pressure to
secure the reusable fastener.
NOTE: When installing the front and rear fender panels,make sure the tab at the
bottom of each panel is inserted into the tab opening before securing the panel.
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IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING
Your Travel Scooter requires two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries that
are sealed and maintenance free. They are recharged by supplied off-board
charging system.
Charge your Travel Scooter's batteries for 8 to 14 hours prior to using it for the
first time .
Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your Travel Scooter running smoothly.
READING YOUR BATTERY VOLTAGE
The battery condition meter on the tiller console indicates approximate strength of
your batteries, yellow a draining charge, and red indicates that an immediate
recharge is necessary. See figure 12. To ensure the highest accuracy, the battery
condition meter should be checked while operating your Travel Scooter at full
speed on a dry level surface.
Figure 12. Battery Condition Meter
CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES
NOTE: The battery pack can be charged on or off the Travel Scooter.
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IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING
PROHIBITED! Removal of grounding prong can create electrical
hazard. If necessary, properly install an approved 3-pronged
adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access.
PROHIBITED! Never use an extension cord to plug in your battery
charge directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet.
PROHIBITED! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the
Travel Scooter while the batteries are charging. We recommends
that you do not charge the batteries while the Travel Scooter is occupied.
MANDATORY! Read the battery charging instructions in this
manual and supply with the battery charger before charging
the batteries.
WARNING! Explosive gases may be generated while charging the
batteries. Keep the Travel Scooter and battery charger away from
sources of ignition such as flames or sparks and provide adequate
ventilation when charging the batteries.
WARNING! You must recharge your Travel Scooter with the supplied off-
board charger. Do not use an automotive- type battery charger.
WARNING! Inspect the battery charger, wiring, and connectors
for damage for damage before each use. Contact your authorized
provider if damage is found.
WARNING! Do not attempt to open the battery charger case. If the battery
charger does not appear to be working correctly, contact your authorized
provider.
WARNING! If the battery charger is equipped with cooling slots,
then do not attempt to insert objects through these slots.
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