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Batteries – Electric Vehicles
2. Check the electrolyte level weekly (Figure 21) . Add water only after charging unless the electrolyte level is below
the top of the plates. In this case, add just enough water to cover the plates, charge, and then check the level
again. Never charge batteries if plates are exposed above electrolyte level. For best battery life, add only
distilled water.
See following CAUTION and NOTE.
CAUTION
• Do not overfill the batteries.
NOTE: A battery watering gun or bottle is available from your authorized Club Car dealer.
3. The battery hold-downs should be tight enough so that the batteries do not move while the vehicle is in motion,
but not so tight as to crack or buckle the battery case. For 8-volt batteries, tighten retaining nuts on the two
inner hold-downs to 115 in-lb (13 N·m), and tighten the retaining nuts on the two outer hold-downs to 55 in-lb
(6.2 N·m). The terminal connections should be clean and tight, and any worn insulation or frayed wires should
be replaced. Tighten battery terminals to proper torque.
See Connecting the Batteries – Electric Vehicles
on page 13. See following WARNING.
WARNING
• If battery wire terminals are damaged or corroded, replace or clean them as necessary. Failure to
do so may cause them to overheat during operation and could result in fire, property damage, or
personal injury.
4. After use, charge the batteries. The batteries should never be left discharged any longer than absolutely
necessary (do not leave discharged overnight).
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3
2
1. Level Indicator 2. Cap 3. Plates
Maintain electrolyte level from at least ½ inch (13 mm) above
plates to ¼ inch (6 mm) below level indicator.
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Figure 21 Battery Electrolyte Level
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