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When recharging the vehicle, it is preferable to have it at a temperature of 65-85F. It is
not recommended to recharge the vehicle in direct sunlight, on a hot paved surface, or
when the ambient temperature is above 110F.
Charge the batteries after each use of the vehicle.
Charge the batteries fully and press the master disconnect button on the pack before
storing the vehicle for more than 30 days. Reconnect and charge again every 90 days.
In the first few years of battery life, the vehicle should travel a range of about 40 miles at
77F when set for a maximum speed of 25 mph. At lower temperatures, the range of the
vehicle will be decreased. At a battery temperature of 50F you should see a decrease of
about 15%. Some states have passed laws to allow drivers to operate low-speed vehicles
at higher speeds than 25 mph, and if the maximum speed of the vehicle is increased,
the travel range will decrease. Do not leave batteries in a fully discharged state as this
will decrease the life of your battery pack. Do not store your car at extreme high or low
temperatures as this will decrease the life of your battery pack.
WARNING–Battery Pack
• Improper handling of high voltage wiring, batteries or control systems could result in
serious or fatal injury by electric shock.
• Only qualified technicians should repair or access high voltage wiring, battery packs
and
associated systems.
• Do not attempt to use jumper cables on battery packs.
• Batteries can be permanently damaged (and the warranty voided) if they are allowed
to
remain 30 days or more with a low charge.
WARNING–12V Accessory Battery
• Always use insulated tools when working with or near 12v accessory battery.
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you.
Always wear safety glasses or approved eye protection when servicing the vehicle. Wear a
full-face shield and gloves when working with or around batteries and electrical
connectors.
• Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or clothing. If acid splashes in eyes or
on
the skin, flush the area immediately with large quantities of water.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery
or
any other booster source.
• Do not allow cable clamps to come in contact with each other.
• 12v battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the 12v battery that the positive cable is attached
to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts
are identified on the 12v battery case as positive (red ; +) and negative (black ; -). Cable
clamps should be tight on the terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• When replacing the 12v battery, always use exactly the same battery model that was removed.
Changing the battery type, size, or manufacturer can result in non-standard performance
and could void the vehicle warranty.
