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Revolution Steer
ChiefRider Scooter Corporation
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does the charger work?
When your battery voltage is low, the charger works harder, sending more electrical current
to the batteries to bring up their charge. As the batteries approach a full charge, the charger
sends less and less electrical current. 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. Refer to the manual
supplied with the battery charger for charging instructions.
What if my batteries won
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t charge?
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Ensure the red (+) and black (-) battery group cables are connected properly to the
controller battery terminals.
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Ensure both ends of the charger power cord are fully inserted.
How often must I charge the batteries?
Two major factors must be considered when deciding how often to charge your batteries:
All day use on a daily basis.
Infrequent or sporadic use.
With these considerations in mind, you can determine how often and for how long you
should charge your batteries. We designed the off-board charger so that it will not
overcharge your batteries.
However, 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 will provide safe and reliable battery operation and
charging:
If you use your buggy daily, charge its batteries as soon as you finish using it for the day.
Your buggy will be ready each morning. We recommend that you charge your batteries for
8 to 12 hours after daily use.
If you use your buggy once a week or less, charge its batteries at least once a week for 12
to 14 hours at a time.
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Keep your batteries fully charged.
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Avoid deeply discharging your batteries.
How can I ensure maximum battery life?
Fully charged deep-cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery life.
Keep your batteries fully charged whenever possible. Protect your buggy and batteries from
extreme heat or cold. Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged, infrequently
charged, stored in extreme temperatures, or stored without a full charge may be
permanently damaged, causing unreliable performance and limited service life.