Battery Charger
IR Industrial Electric Vehicle Owner’s Manual
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• Using the charger with any of the above symptoms could result in a fire, property damage,
personal injury, or death.
NOTE: When temperatures fall below 65 °F (18.3 °C), batteries charged in unheated areas should be
placed on charge as soon as possible after use. Batteries are warmest immediately after use, and
cold batteries require more time to fully charge.
Insert the charger DC plug into the vehicle receptacle. The charger will turn on two to ten seconds later
(Figure 15).
When inserting the DC plug, align the raised guide on the plug with the guide slot in the receptacle and push
straight in slowly.
The charger interacts with an onboard computer on the vehicle. The computer records the amount of energy
consumed during vehicle use. While the charger is plugged in, the vehicle’s control circuit is locked out, pre-
venting operation of the vehicle, as well as the possibility of consequent damage to the charger and the vehi-
cle.
Once the lockout is actuated, the charger turns on. The onboard computer then records the amount of energy
being returned to the batteries. When the optimum amount of energy needed to replenish the batteries is
returned, the charger will shut off. The control circuit lockout remains activated until the charger plug is dis-
connected from the vehicle.
This vehicle is compatible with PowerDrive battery chargers only. Other Club Car battery chargers or battery
chargers made by other manufacturers are not compatible.
As long as the charger is allowed to shut off by itself, the batteries will be fully charged. Overcharging and
undercharging will normally be prevented.
Batteries should be put on charge even if they have been used for only a short period (10 minutes). The
charger is automatic and will turn off when batteries are fully charged. If the charger does not seem to be
operating properly, or if the batteries seem weak, contact your local Club Car dealer/distributor.
PLUG AND RECEPTACLE
The charger cord, plug, and receptacle are wear items and should be inspected daily. Visually inspect them
for cracks, loose connections, and frayed wiring; they must be replaced when worn or damaged. If charger
plug and receptacle show signs of corrosion or the plug is difficult to insert and remove, the receptacle con-
tacts and plug terminals should be cleaned with a good electrical contact cleaner or lightly sprayed with WD-
Figure 15 Correct Insertion of Charger DC Plug
Figure 16 Incorrect Insertion of Charger DC Plug
