Storage - Electric Vehicles - Club Car Villager 6 Owner's Manual

WARNING
• The vehicle to be towed should be tied securely to the trailer, with the Forward/Reverse handle or
switch in the NEUTRAL position, the key switch in the OFF position, and the park brake engaged
to lock wheels.
• Because of the added length of the trailer, use caution when making turns.
• Remove the windshield and secure the seat bottom before transporting on a trailer.
• Stay clear from the area between the tow vehicle and the towed vehicle or trailer.
If the vehicle or vehicles must be transported over long distances or on public highways, they should be transported on
an approved trailer that has an approved load rating in excess of the weight of the vehicles being transported.
STORAGE – ELECTRIC VEHICLES
See General Warnings on page 11.
WARNING
• Turn the key switch to the OFF position, remove the key, and leave the Forward/Reverse handle or
switch in the NEUTRAL position during storage. This is to prevent unintentionally starting the vehicle
or a fire hazard. Place Tow/Run switch in TOW position.
• Do not attempt to charge frozen batteries or batteries with bulged cases. Discard the battery. Frozen
batteries can explode.
CAUTION
• Batteries in a low state of charge will freeze at low temperatures.
• To avoid exposing electrical components to moisture and subsequent damage, do not use any type of
pressure washing or steam cleaning equipment to wash the vehicle.
PREPARING THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR EXTENDED STORAGE
Check Battery Water Levels Two Weeks Prior to Storage
Check water levels at least two weeks prior to winter storage to ensure proper mixing of water and electrolyte. Note
that it takes approximately five charge cycles with a minimum of 10 amp hours removed to properly mix the water with
electrolyte. Do NOT water batteries immediately prior to storage because this will not provide sufficient charge time to
mix the water with the electrolyte. Freezing can occur when batteries are stored in this condition.
1. Check the water levels in each battery cell. If water is required, fill the cells to cover the plates, charge the
batteries, and then use distilled water to fill each cell to the correct level. Electrolyte level should be from 1/2 inch
(13 mm) above plates to 1/4 inch (6 mm) below the level indicator (Figure 16).
Immediately Prior to Storage, Perform the Following Steps
1. Unload the vehicle so that tires are supporting only the weight of the vehicle.
2. Turn the key switch to the OFF position, remove the key, and leave the Forward/Reverse switch in the NEUTRAL
position during storage.
3. If so installed, turn off all accessories, including GPS units, fans, etc.
Storage – Electric Vehicles
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