Polaris 2011 GEM Owner's Manual page 82

BATTERY CHARGE RECEPTACLE
Charging Receptacle
The Battery Charge Receptacle (Figure 18), is located on the hood. It accepts a standard,
3 wire, grounded, extension cord and should not exceed the following:
• 12 gauge wire with three wire grounded; 50 feet or less in length.
• 14 gauge wire with three wire grounded; 25 feet or less in length.
NOTE: Never use less than 14 gauge cord or cord longer than 50 feet to charge your
GEM car. Using a GFI type cord on a GFCI protected outlet is not recommended and
may not allow the charger to operate efficiently.
Use the correct gauge extension cord as defined above. An incorrect gauge extension
cord could result in a fire, heat damage or charger failure and result in death or
serious injury.
Insert the proper grounded extension cord into the battery charger receptacle (Figure
18), and then plug into a 110-volt A/C, 15 amp breaker outlet. A GFI (Ground Fault
Interrupt) receptacle is recommended. An optional GEM GFI cord set is available from
your GEM Dealer or Customer Service if you do not have a GFI receptacle at your
regular recharge site.
Periodically check extension cords for cut, abrasive or loose connections. Never leave
extension cords in standing water. Do not drive over extension cords.
Operation and Maintenance
Figure 18 - Charging Receptacle
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