BATTERY CHARGER
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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BATTERY CHARGER
CHARGER DESCRIPTION
The Delta Q charger supplied with this vehicle is an auto-
matic charger that is designed specifically for charging
electric vehicle batteries.
For operating, maintence and troubleshooting of the
charger, refer to information from the charger manufac-
turer. A copy of this information is included with the char-
ger and also as Appendix A in this manual.
Use charger only on 72 volt battery systems.
Other usage may cause personal injury and
damage.
PORTABLE CHARGER OPTION
To reduce risk of electrical shock, connect
charger power cord to an outlet that has
been properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordi-
nances.
A grounded outlet is required to reduce
risk of electric shock – do not use ground
adapters or modify plug.
Do not touch uninsulated portion of output
connector or uninsulated battery terminal.
Disconnect the DC supply before making
or breaking the connections to the battery
while charging.
Do not open or disassemble charger.
Do not operate charger if the AC supply
cord is damaged or if the charger has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way – refer all
repair work to qualified personnel.
Not for use by children.
If the off board (portable) charger option has been
selected, a portable charger is shipped with the vehicle.
Prior to charger use, remove charger from packing mate-
rials and place in an area that permits maximum air flow
around and underneath the charger. For optimum perfor-
mance and shortest charge times, place the charger in
an area with adequate ventilation. The charger should
also be placed in an area that will be relatively free of dirt,
mud, or dust since accumulations within the fins of the
charger will reduce their heat-dissipating qualities.
Optimal cooling occurs when the charger is placed on a
horizontal surface with the fins vertical. More airflow from
below the charger will help cool the fins
If the charger is operated in an outdoor location, rain and
sun protection must be provided.
As the charger may get hot during operation, the charger
must be placed such that risk of contact by people is
reduced.
Fig. 1 Charger
The charger may remain plugged into the AC outlet.
Looping the DC cord through the steering wheel when
charging serves as a good reminder to store the cord
out of the way when finished with charging. The DC
plug can be damaged by driving over or catching the
cord on the vehicle when driving away.
An ungrounded electrical device may become
a physical hazard that could result in an elec-
trical shock or electrocution.
Provide Protection From Elements
Do Not Block
Louvered Airways
NEMA 15 - 5R Grounded AC Receptacle
110 - 120 VAC. Dedicated 15 AMP Circuit
Locations outside the US and Canada: Reference
appropriate local electrical code and charger manu-
facturer recommendations for AC power requirements