Pride Victory Viper-3 Owner's Manual page 24

V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ
How does the charger work?
When battery voltage is low, the charger works harder and sends more electrical current to the batteries to
bring up their charge. As battery voltage approaches a full charge, the charger sends less electrical current
to the batteries. When the batteries are fully charged, the current sent from the charger is at nearly zero
amperage. Therefore, when the charger is plugged in, it maintains the charge on your batteries but does not
overcharge them.
Can I use a different charger?
For the safest, most efficient, and balanced charging of the batteries, you should simultaneously charge
both batteries using only the manufacturer-supplied onboard battery charger.
How often must I charge the batteries?
Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge the batteries:
n All day scooter use on a daily basis.
n Infrequent scooter use.
With these considerations in mind, you can determine just how often and for how long you should charge
the batteries. The battery charger is designed so that it does not overcharge your scooter’s batteries; how-
ever, you may encounter some problems if you do not charge your batteries often enough and if you do not
charge them on a regular basis.
Following the guidelines below provides safe and reliable battery operation and charging.
n If you use your scooter daily, charge its batteries as soon as you finish using it for the day. Your scooter
will be ready each morning to give you a “full day” of service. We recommend you charge the batteries
for 8 to 14 hours after daily use.
n If you use your scooter once a week or less, charge its batteries at least once a week for 12 to 14 hours
at a time.
n Keep the batteries fully charged.
n Avoid deeply discharging the batteries.
n Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 consecutive hours.
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.
Often, you will face hills, footpath cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, curves, and wind. All of
these driving conditions affect the distance or running time per battery charge. The following are a few
suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per battery charge.
n Always fully charge the batteries prior to your daily use.
n Maintain 2-2.5 bar (30-35 psi) in all of your scooter tyres.
n Plan your route 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 scooter is in motion.
n Avoid stop-and-go driving.
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