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Maintenance
Drive Battery Replacement and Disposal
The drive battery will eventually lose the ability to hold a charge. Depending on the
amount of use, and varying conditions, the battery should operate for one to three
years. Follow these steps to replace and dispose the battery:
1. Remove the seat.
2. Disconnect the battery connectors.
3. Remove the metal battery bracket.
4. Carefully lift the battery.
• Depending on the condition of the battery (i.e.: leakage) you may want to wear
protective rubber gloves before removal.
• Do not lift the battery by its connectors or cables.
5. Place the dead battery in a plastic bag.
Important!
• The sealed lead-acid battery must be recycled or disposed of in an environmen-
tally sound manner.
•
Do not dispose of battery in a fire. The battery may explode or leak acid.
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Do not dispose of the battery in household trash. The incineration, land filling or
mixing of sealed lead-acid batteries with household trash is prohibited by law.
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Return an exhausted battery to a federal or state approved lead-acid battery re
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cycler, such as a local seller of automotive batteries (check local battery disposal
regulations).
NOTE:
Replacement batteries are available at most battery supply stores. Document
battery size and type (found on battery).
6. Install replacement battery and reconnect the connectors.
7. Replace the metal battery bracket.
8. Replace the seat.
Battery storage
The drive battery should be charged when depleted, or if not used regularly, once a
month. Failure to charge the battery as directed will cause permanent damage to the
battery and will void the warranty.
Follow these guidelines if the battery is removed:
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Do not store battery in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Wipe the battery clean with a dry cloth prior to storage. Wash cloth separate from
other clothes.
