Plug And Receptacle - Club Car DS Golf Cars Gasoline and Electric Owner's Manual

Battery Charger – Electric Vehicles
Insert the charger DC plug into the vehicle receptacle. The charger will turn on two to ten seconds later
(Figure 21).
When inserting the DC plug, align the raised guide on the plug with the guide slot in the receptacle and push
straight in slowly.
The PowerDrive Charger interacts with an onboard computer on IQ System vehicles. The computer records
the amount of energy consumed during vehicle use. While the charger is plugged in, the vehicle's control cir-
cuit is locked out, preventing operation of the vehicle as well as the possibility of consequent damage to the
charger and the vehicle.
Once the lockout is actuated, the charger turns on. The onboard computer then records the amount of energy
being returned to the batteries. When the optimum amount of energy needed to replenish the batteries is
returned, the charger will shut off. The control circuit lockout remains activated until the charger plug is dis-
connected from the vehicle.
Figure 21 Correct Insertion of Charger DC Plug Figure 22 Incorrect Insertion of Charger DC Plug
Only PowerDrive System 48 and IQ System vehicles are compatible with PowerDrive chargers. Other Club
Car models or vehicles made by other manufacturers are not compatible.
As long as the charger is allowed to shut off by itself, the batteries will be fully charged. Overcharging and
undercharging will normally be prevented.
Batteries should be put on charge even if they have been used for only a short period (9 holes of golf or 10
minutes). The charger is automatic and will turn off when batteries are fully charged. If the charger does not
seem to be operating properly, or if the batteries seem weak, contact your local Club Car distributor/dealer.

PLUG AND RECEPTACLE

The charger cord, plug, and receptacle are wear items and should be inspected daily. Visually inspect them
for cracks, loose connections, and frayed wiring; they must be replaced when worn or damaged. If charger
plug or receptacle show signs of corrosion or the plug is difficult to insert or remove, the receptacle contacts
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and plug terminals should be cleaned with a good electrical contact cleaner or lightly sprayed with WD-40
brand spray lubricant. The plug should then be inserted and removed several times to ensure ease of inser-
tion, ease of removal, and good electrical contact. See following NOTE.
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