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Celebrity/Rev G/March 2003
How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?
Rarely will you have ideal driving conditionssmooth, flat, hard driving surfaces with no wind or curves. You will
often face hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, curves, and wind. All of these driving conditions
affect the distance or running time per battery charge. Below are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range
per battery charge.
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Always fully charge your Celebritys batteries prior to your daily use.
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Maintain 30-35 psi (pounds per square inch) in all of your Celebritys tires.
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Plan your route ahead to avoid as many hills, cracked, broken, or soft surfaces as possible.
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Limit your baggage weight to essential items.
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Try to maintain an even speed while your Celebrity is in motion.
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Avoid stop-and-go driving.
What type and size of battery should I use?
We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both sealed AGM avd Gel Cell are deep-
cycle batteries that are similar in performance. Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable caps.
NOTE: Sealed batteries are not serviceable. Do not remove the caps.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Type:
Deep-cycle (AGM or Gel Cell)
Size:
U-1
Voltage:
12 volts each
Amperage:
32AH or 40AH (amp hours)
To change a battery in your Celebrity:
1. Remove the seat and the rear shroud. See IX. Disassembly and Assembly.
2. Disconnect the battery tie-down straps (if equipped).
3. Disconnect the battery cables from the rear electronics module.
4. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals.
5. Remove the old battery.
6. Place a new battery in the battery well.
7. Connect the red battery cable to the positive (+) battery terminal.
8. Connect the black battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
9. Reconnect the battery cables to the rear electronics module.
10. Reconnect the battery tie-down straps (if equipped).
11. Reinstall the rear shroud and the seat.
Why do my new batteries seem weak?
Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries
(nicads), or in other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain
down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge.
We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Celebritys specific electrical
V I . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.