Maintenance
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New batteries are placed in the reverse order, as follows:
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Put the new batteries in place.
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Fasten the batteries using the taut-bands.
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Connect the cables according to the table below:
No.
Cable colour
Text on label
Connect to
B
Black
Battery 1
Minus terminal of battery 1
(left)
C
Red
Battery 1
Plus terminal of battery 1 (left)
D
Black
Battery 2
Minus terminal of battery 2
(right)
E
Red
Battery 2
Plus terminal of battery 2
(right)
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Tighten the battery clamps.
•
Note the correct connection of the cables to the batteries: these
are marked with labels.
•
The connections may NOT be exchanged.
•
Make sure that the battery terminals and battery clamps are quite
clean.
•
Grease the battery clamps to prevent oxidation, using acid-free Vaseline.
•
Replace the cover.
•
As soon as the new batteries are placed, the batteries must be
charged. See ‘Charging the batteries’.
•
Avoid metal parts from coming into contact with the battery
terminals. This may lead to short circuiting, which could have very
serious consequences.
•
See ‘Used scooters and the environment’ for correct disposal of
the batteries.
6.1.3
Cleaning the batteries
Gel batteries are maintenance free. Still, you have to pay attention to the
following matters:
•
Keep the batteries clean and dry: dirt and water may cause a leak, causing
the capacity of the batteries to decrease.
•
Cleaning the terminals: and after cleaning, grease them with acid-free
Vaseline.
Never completely deplete the batteries! This can seriously
damage the batteries and considerably decrease their life span.
