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6. The frequency of recharging required will depend on the temperature of the storage area, but it is rec-
ommended that the battery be monitored for state of charge every month. Also, if the storage area is
unheated in a cold climate and recharge is required, it is recommended that the area be heated to at
least 60°F prior to charge. The battery will not charge effectively in cold temperatures for the same rea-
sons that it does not discharge as rapidly in cold temperatures.
JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERY
The vehicle is equipped with a starter/generator. The generator is not designed to charge a dead battery. If
the vehicle battery has become discharged, it must be charged using a properly-rated automotive type
charger.
GROUND STRAPS
There are three ground straps on the DS Gasoline which ground the electrical system to the frame.
1. One of the straps is attached to the A2 terminal of the starter/generator and to the frame seat support
(Figure 12-57).
2. The engine ground is attached to the oil filler bracket on the engine and to the frame (Figure 12-58).
3. A third ground plate is in the bottom of the electrical component box where the bolt secures the voltage
regulator to the box. The other end of this ground plate attaches through the side of the electrical box
and is bolted into the frame (Figure 12-59) (See NOTE at top of Page 134). Be sure all these ground
straps are securely connected at both ends of each strap.
• IF THE BATTERY IS FROZEN OR THE CONTAINER IS BULGED, DISCARD BATTERY. A FRO-
ZEN BATTERY CAN EXPLODE.
• DO NOT JUMP-START A VEHICLE WITH A DEAD BATTERY USING ANOTHER BATTERY AND
JUMPER CABLES.
FIGURE 12-57
FIGURE 12-58
• IF GROUND STRAPS ARE NOT SECURELY CONNECTED TO FRAME AND IN THE PROPER ORI-
ENTATION, A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD WILL EXIST. BE SURE ALL GROUND CONNECTIONS
ARE SECURELY CONNECTED AT ALL TIMES.
WARNING
WARNING
F2
VEHICLE FRAME
(SEAT BACK SUPPORT)
A2 TERMINAL
Club Car
THE ENGINE GROUND
IS ATTACHED TO THE
OIL FILLER BRACKET,
AND...
FRAME I-BEAM
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WARNING
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