Ezgo Express S6 ELiTE, Owner'S Manual

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AINTENANCE
BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: Do not spray the battery module with water. Do not attempt to add water to the battery module.
Do not charge the batteries if the ambient temperature is below -4°F (-20°C) or above 113°F (45°C).
Before connecting the battery charger:
• Park the vehicle, turn the key switch to OFF and remove the key.
• Inspect the charging receptacle for dirt or debris. Clean if necessary.
• Inspect the charger cords for cracks or damage. Replace any damaged cords before use.
• Plug the charger into a receptacle on a dedicated circuit. Do not connect any other devices to the receptacle.
• Connect the charger to the vehicle.
BATTERY CHARGING
The battery charger is designed to completely charge the battery set. The automatic charger determines the correct
length of charge for the battery set and turns off when the batteries are charged. Always refer to the instructions sup -
plied with the charger.
BATTERY PROLONGED STORAGE
Improper storage may damage, destroy or cause permanent loss of battery capacity. Do not exceed storage
time or temperature limits. Batteries must be charged to the correct level before storage. Storing fully
depleted batteries will make them permanently unusable.
Storage Preparation
The optimum storage temperature range is between 65°F and 82°F (18°C and 28°C)
• Charge the battery module based on climate during storage period.
– In cold climates, fully charge the battery module. Make sure that the charging operation is complete and there
are no faults displayed on the charger. The green light on the charger should be on indicating the charge cycle is
complete.
– In hot climates, store the vehicle with a 30% to 50% charge of battery pack capacity.
• Turn the key to the OFF position and remove it from the key switch.
• Check the run - tow switch under the seat, make sure it is set in the TOW/STORAGE position.
• Turn off all accessories.
The storage time for properly charged Lithium-Ion batteries supplied with this vehicle varies based on the ambient
temperature.
Temperature Length of Storage Time
-22°F to -4°F (-30°C to -20°C) One month at 30%-50% battery charge, all accessories turned off.
-4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C) Six months at 100% battery charge, all accessories turned off.
113°F to 140°F (45°C to 60°C) One month at 100% charge, all accessories turned off.