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If you use your vehicle infrequently
(once a week or less]
you should charge it at least once per week until the green
‘Charge Complete’ light illuminates
Remember: Keep your
batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging them
.
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Storing batteries
: Batteries should always be stored fully
charged
Check once a month and recharge fully if needed
Sealed batteries can hold their charge for approx
6 months
If they are left connected on the Scooter, remember key
switches, meters and electronic circuits can drain the
batteries rapidly
It is advisable to disconnect the batteries
for prolonged storage
Store in a warm, dry room
How can I ensure maximum battery life?
Simply put, a fully charged battery is a happy battery! A fully
charged battery will provide reliable performance and extended
battery life, so keep your batteries fully charged whenever
possible
Handling your batteries
Extra care must be taken when handling batteries, if you decide
to dismantle your vehicle for transportation etc
Dropped
batteries, even from a very small height, can lead to damage of
the internal components, causing premature cell failure
Your
batteries are sealed and do not require maintenance
Do not
force open the valves in the battery top.
Disposal
Caution:
Used batteries must not be disposed of by means
of a domestic refuse disposal unit (dustbin) etc. Please
contact your Dealer to dispose of used batteries. Please note,
he may charge for this service.
BATTERY WARRANTIES
The batteries fitted to your vehicle are guaranteed against a
manufacturing or material defect for 12 months
Any battery
faults due to a defect in manufacture or materials will be obvious
within a few weeks of use
Your batteries are not guaranteed to
perform to full capacity for 12 months
This will, of course be
dependent on the actual use of the vehicle and how often the
batteries are cycled i
e
discharged and charged
Gradual deterioration in performance and reduction in
range is normal and associated with fair wear-and-tear,
misuse or accidental damage. Under these circumstances,
the warranty will not apply.
It is a fact that some users due to
their hectic lifestyle, weight or operating conditions, may wear
their batteries out during the original battery manufacturer’s
guarantee period due to extensive use of their Scooter
This is
termed ‘Cycle Life’
Batteries have a defined number of
discharge cycles they can make i
e
the more times you use your
Scooter the more cycles your battery will make - the shorter
their life span
If you take time to run-in your batteries properly, it will be
worth it
Remember: how long your batteries will provide
service is quite often a reflection of the care they receive
This
is how to run-in your new batteries:
1
Fully recharge any new batteries prior to your initial use
This
will bring your battery up to about 88% performance.
2
Ride your vehicle around the house or garden
Do not
venture too far away until you become accustomed to the
controls and feel of the vehicle
This will gently run-in your
batteries.
3
Give your batteries another full charge and run the vehicle
again
The batteries will now perform to over 90% of
their full potential.
4
After ten to fifteen charging cycles, the batteries will top off at
100% charge and last for an extended period due to your
patience and care in the first few days of operation.
How can I get the maximum operating time per charge?
Rarely do we have an ideal driving situation such as a smooth,
flat, hard terrain with no wind or curves and warm temperatures
More often, we are presented with hills, uneven and loosely
packed surfaces, curves, wind, cold and heavy
loads
All of these factors will affect the distance or running
time per battery charge.
Here are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum
range per charge:
1
Always charge your batteries fully prior to your trip
It is a
good idea to keep your Charger connected when the ‘Charge
Complete’ (green] light is illuminated in the ‘Top-Up’
maintance mode.
2
Maintain relevant tyre-pressures as stated in the Technical.
Specifications of this Users Instruction Manual
3
Plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines, kerbs and soft
surfaces.
4
Limit your baggage weight to essential items
5
Try to maintain an even speed to avoid stop and start driving.
6
Ensure recommended routine servicing of the vehicle’s
components, i
e
motors, brakes, electrical connections etc
,
is carried out as instructed in this Users Instruction Manual.
Warning:
When working or disposing of your batteries
1
Always make certain the terminals of your batteries are
covered with the red/black terminal protectors
Do not allow
metal objects to short out the terminals, your battery could
explode causing you injury
2
Do not allow your batteries to freeze
If frozen allow them to
naturally thaw out before charging, failure to observe this
warning may damage the batteries
3
If you need to replace your batteries, contact your Freerider
Agent
Only batteries supplied as original equipment on
your machine will give you the best performance
When
charging batteries make certain the positive and negative
terminals are correctly assembled
Failure to observe this
warning may cause an explosion, short circuit or fire
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Always handle batteries carefully, they are heavy
Wear
protective gloves and glasses when handling
