Karma KS-200 Series, Owner'S Manual

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6. BATT ERY CHARGING AND C ARE
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Charging Hours
The charging duration is about 6 hours. To ensure optimum performance a 10-hour
charge is recommended. But we do not recommend a charging more than 24 consecutive
hours.
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Batteries (Inside the Pack)
1. The KS-200 is powered by two sealed lead-acid deep-cycle batteries.
2. The batteries supplied with the scooter are 12 V 22ah batteries.
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Warning
1.
Keep away from flammable objects while charging as it may lead to fire or explosion of
battery.
2.
Do not smoke while charging as the battery may release hydrogen gas. Always charge
your battery in a well-ventilated space.
3.
Never connect or disconnect the plug or cord with wet hands while charging. Do not
connect or disconnect the plug or cord when they are wet, it may lead to electric shock.
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Attention - Please follow the rules below to avoid accidents while charging.
1.
Please use the charger only, and recharge the battery to its full capacity every time.
You may damage the battery and scooter if you use a charger, which is not to the
correct specification.
2.
Please charge in a well-ventilated space where it is not directly exposed to the
sunlight. Do not charge in surroundings where it is humid or under rainfall and
morning dews.
3.
Do not charge in temperatures less than -10
°
C or higher than +50°C as the charger
may not work well and the batteries may become damaged.
6.2 BATTERY
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Do not expose the battery to temperatures below 10
°
C or above 50
°
C when charging
or storing the vehicle. Under the above temperature range can cause the battery either to
freeze or over heat. This will damage the batteries and shorten their life.
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These batteries are maintenance free and there is no need to refill with water.
You are required to recharge the batteries on a regular basis. Even if the scooter is stood
idle, you should charge the batteries at least once a week.