Pride Mobility Maxima SC900 Owner's Manual page 25

V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
affect the distance or running time per battery charge. Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum
range per battery charge.
n Always fully charge your Maxima’s batteries prior to your daily use.
n If equipped with pneumatic tires, maintain 30-35 psi (pounds per square inch) in all of your Maxima’s tires.
n Plan your route ahead to avoid as many hills, cracked, broken, or soft surfaces as possible.
n Limit your baggage weight to essential items.
n Try to maintain an even speed while your Maxima is in motion.
n Avoid stop-and-go driving.
What type and size of battery should I use?
We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both sealed lead-acid and gel cell are
deep-cycle batteries that are similar in performance. Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable caps.
NOTE: Do not remove the caps from sealed batteries. Water cannot be added to sealed batteries. Cap removal
voids the battery warranty and may cause damage to the batteries and to your Maxima.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Type: Deep-cycle (sealed lead-acid or gel cell)
Size: U-1, NF-22
Voltage: 12 volts each
Amperage: 32 AH, 55 AH (amp hours)
To change a battery in your Maxima:
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
1. Remove the seat and the rear shroud. See IX. “Disassembly and Assembly.”
2. Disconnect the battery tie-down straps.
3. Disconnect the battery harnesses from the rear electronics module.
4. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals.
5. Remove the old battery.
6. Place a new battery in the battery well.
7. Connect the red battery cable to the positive (+) battery terminal.
8. Connect the black battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
9. Reconnect the battery harnesses to the rear electronics module.
10. Reconnect the battery tie-down straps.
11. Reinstall the rear shroud and the seat.
Why do my new batteries seem weak?
Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than is used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries
(nicads), or in other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain
down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge.
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