E-Z-GO MPT 800, Technician'S Repair And Service Manual

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BATTERY CHARGER
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Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
48 VOLT BATTERY CHARGER
Description
The battery charger accompanying this vehicle is 120
volt AC, 60 Hz input with 48 volt DC output. Contact
charger manufacturer for maintenance or service parts.
For service assistance, contact Service Parts Depart-
ment, 1-800-227-7029.
36 VOLT BATTERY CHARGER
DESCRIPTION
The PowerWise™ battery charger is automatic and is
designed specifically for charging electric vehicle batter-
ies.
The charger type is known as ferroresonant. The term is
applied to a charger that starts the charge at a relatively
high rate of charge and continuously reduces the rate as
the batteries become nearer to the full charge condition.
The battery charger can be connected to a vehicle that
has been driven any distance and will charge the batter-
ies fully before shutting itself off. The charger has a 3
second delay before turn on after plugging receptacle
into vehicle.
The electronic module within the charger samples the
battery voltage during the charging period. If the module
senses that the battery voltage has risen, it continues the
charge. If the module senses no change, it determines
that the batteries are fully charged and shuts the charger
off.
PORTABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION
Portable chargers should
be mounted on a plat-
form above the ground
or in such a manner as to permit the maximum air
flow underneath and around the charger. Do not
block or obstruct the louvers as overheating may
result which could cause serious damage to the
charger and create the potential for fire.
Portable chargers are shipped with the vehicle. Prior to
vehicle or charger operation, chargers must be removed
and mounted on a platform or wall above the ground to
permit maximum air flow around and underneath the
charger. If the charger is operated in an outdoor location,
rain and sun protection must be provided (Ref Fig. 1 on
page L-1). A dedicated circuit is required for the charger.
Refer to the charger manual for appropriate circuit pro-
tection.
The charger may remain plugged into the AC outlet. To
charge the vehicle, refer to the instruction labels on the
charger. Insert the polarized DC plug completely into the
vehicle receptacle (Ref Fig. 2 on page L-1).
The charger will automatically start a few seconds after
plug insertion. The charger will automatically stop when
batteries are fully charged and the DC plug can be
removed to permit use of the vehicle.
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Fig. 1 Charger Installation
Fig. 2 Polarized Receptacle
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