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6. B AT T E RY CH A RG I N G AN D CARE
Suggestion – How to maximize your battery’s efficiency and service life
1.
Fully charge any new battery before its initial use.
2.
Be sure to charge the battery after each use. Battery power will be reduced if the battery is used
without being fully charged.
3.
If the power chair is not used for an extended period, batteries should be charged at least
weekly .
4.
The ambient temperature affects charging time. Charging time will be longer in cold
temperatures.
5.
After charging, do not leave the charger socket plugged in.
Cleaning the battery
If the batteries are contaminated by water, battery acid, dust or other substances, they will discharge
quickly. The batteries supplied with the power chair are sealed and as such are maintenance free with no
risk of battery leakage. Please follow the steps below to clean the battery.
Turn the Sunfire Plus GT
power switch to OFF.
Remove the seat .
Remove the shroud and unplug the terminal of the taillight and signal lights.
Use a clean cloth to wipe off the soiled area.
Remove the battery.
Wipe with a clean cloth. If the terminal is covered with white powder, wipe it clean using warm water.
Batteries replacement
Remove the seat.
(See
“
To remove the seat”)
Remove the shroud.
Disconnect the negative terminal (black) wires first, then the positive terminal (red) wires by
removing the four nuts and bolts from each of the battery terminals.
Remove the batteries.
Insert new battery.
Connect the positive terminal (red) wires first, then the negative terminal (black) wires by tightening
the nuts and each battery terminal.
Install the shroud and seat.
Warning
Be sure the battery wires are connected to the right battery terminal.
Suggestions
1.
Make sure the terminals are installed properly and replace the cover.
2.
Battery efficiency will vary with outside conditions- driving range will be reduced in cold
weather If the power chair is not used for a long time, charge the battery at least once a week.
3.
Replace both batteries together.
