The Batteries - Helio Electric Cycle Owner's Manual

The batteries

Your Helio Cycle batteries are designed to
withstand many hundreds of
discharge/charge cycles and will typically
provide more than 8000 miles (13,000km), or
up to 5 years, of riding. They are completely
sealed and don't require water or any other
chemicals. However, all batteries need proper
care. The basics are simple: fully charged
batteries are healthy batteries and cool
batteries are happy batteries. Here are three
things that you can do to ensure that your
Helio Cycle batteries enjoy long and fruitful
lives:
1. Avoid completely discharging the
batteries: After the initial break-in of the
first 10-15 rides, when possible, don't
ride your Helio Cycle until it won't go
any further. It is better to recharge your
Helio Cycle before performance is
noticeably reduced (generally after 15
miles, 24km).
2. Don't leave your batteries in a state of discharge: Always plug in your Helio
Cycle after you ride, even if the batteries are not completely discharged. After
all, the internal charger is a smart-charger and will know just what to do.
3. Store your Helio Cycle properly: Store your Helio Cycle in a dry place, and
when possible, also store your Helio Cycle in a cool place, because cold
environments are better for storing batteries than hot ones. Also, when storing
your Helio Cycle for long periods, you can leave your Helio Cycle plugged in
for months. If this is not practical, keep the batteries "topped off" by leaving it
plugged in until the charging status indicator indicates a full charge (solid
green light) at least once a month.
Since the internal charger is a "smart-charger", there's no danger of overcharging
your batteries. So it's a good idea to plug in your Helio Cycle whenever you're not
using it to make sure the batteries stay fully charged.
This is important, so here it is again. Helio Cycle batteries have no
"memory" and don't need to be completely discharged before they're
recharged. In fact, they'll last longer if they're not fully discharged. Also, if you
store your Helio Cycle for long periods of time, keep the charge "topped off" by
plugging it in until the charging status indicator indicates a full charge (solid
green light) at least once a month.
Eventually, the batteries will need to be replaced. This procedure requires removal of
the battery door, which exposes dangerous high-current wires and sensitive
electronic components. When the time comes to replace the batteries, contact us for
a replacement battery kit including detailed instructions for removing and replacing
your batteries. The procedure should take about 5 minutes.
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