Pride Legend Owner's Manual page 20

V . B A T T E R I E S
Why do my new batteries seem weak?
Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium bat-
teries (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.
We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Scooter’s specific electrical
demands. Fresh batteries arrive daily at the manufacturer and are shipped fully charged to our providers. During
shipping, the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that can influence their initial performance. Heat dimin-
ishes battery charge. Cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery.
It may take a few days for the temperature of your Scooter’s batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or
ambient temperature. More importantly, it takes a few charging cycles (a partial drain followed by a full recharge)
to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep-cycle battery’s peak performance and long life.
Please follow these steps to properly break-in your Scooter’s new batteries for maximum effi-
ciency and service life.
1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to initial use. This initial charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88%
of peak performance level.
2. Operate your new Scooter in familiar and safe areas. Drive slowly at first, and do not travel too far from your
home or familiar surroundings until you have grown accustomed to your Scooter’s controls and have properly
broken-in the batteries.
3. Fully recharge the batteries. This recharge should bring the batteries up to about 90% of their peak perfor-
mance level.
4. Operate your Scooter again.
5. Fully recharge the batteries again.
6. After four or five charging cycles, the batteries are able to receive a charge up to 100% of their peak perfor-
mance level and are able to last for an extended period of time.
How can I ensure maximum battery life?
Fully charged deep-cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery service life. Keep your
Scooter’s batteries fully charged whenever possible. Batteries that are deeply discharged, infrequently charged, or
stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged and cause unreliable performance and limited service
life.
How should I store my Scooter and its batteries?
If you plan on not using your Scooter for an extended period of time, it is best to:
n Fully charge its batteries prior to storage.
n Disconnect the battery harnesses from the electronics module.
n Store your Scooter in a warm, dry environment.
n Avoid storing your Scooter where it will be exposed to temperature extremes.
WARNING! If your Scooter’s batteries do become frozen, do not attempt to charge
them. Cold or frozen batteries should be allowed to warm up for several days prior to recharging.
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