Pride Laser Owner's Manual page 21

V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?
Rarely will you have ideal driving conditions—smooth, flat, hard driving surfaces with no wind or curves. You will often face
hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, curves, and wind-all of which affect the distance or running
time per battery charge. How often the Turbo button is used also affects your overall battery range. Below are a few
suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge.
n Always fully charge your Laser’s batteries prior to your daily use.
n Maintain 30 psi (pounds per square inch) in all of your Laser’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 Laser 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.
CAUTION! Do not remove the caps from sealed batteries. Water cannot be added to sealed batter-
ies. Cap removal voids the battery warranty and may cause damage to the batteries and to your
Laser.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Type: Deep-cycle (sealed lead-acid or gel cell)
Size: U-1 (32 AH only) or 40 AH
Voltage: 12 volts each
Amperage: 32 AH or 40 AH (amp hours)
To change a battery in your Laser:
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 cables from the 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 cables to the 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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