Club Car 2007 XRT 850, Owner'S Manual

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Battery – Gasoline Vehicle
WARNING
• Do not jump-start a dead battery using another battery and jumper cables.
The battery in a Club Car gasoline vehicle is a 12-volt, low-maintenance battery that requires infrequent watering
(Figure 29) .
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3
2
1. Level Indicator 2. Cap 3. Plates
Electrolyte level at least 1/2 inch (13 mm) above plates or to level
indicator.
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Figure 29 Gasoline Vehicle Battery
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Figure 30 Electrolyte Level for Battery
Any corrosion around the positive (+) or negative (–) terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and
water (1 cup (237 mL) per 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water). Rinse solution off the battery. Do not allow this solution to get into
the battery. Be sure terminals are tight. Let the terminals dry and then spray them with Battery Terminal Protector
Spray.
See Connecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicles on page 12. See following WARNING.
WARNING
• If battery wire terminals are damaged or corroded, replace or clean them as necessary. Failure to
do so can cause them to overheat during operation and can result in a fire, property damage, or
personal injury.
Be sure battery clamp is properly tightened. Tighten to 144 in·Ib (16 N·m). A loose clamp may allow the battery to
become damaged from vibration or jarring.
If battery appears weak, have it charged by a trained technician. The battery should never be left discharged any
longer than absolutely necessary (do not leave discharged overnight).
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