Zero Motorcycles 2016 ZERO DS, Owner'S Manual

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Power Pack and Charging
5.1
Charging and Power Pack Information Power Pack and Charging Power Pack
The battery is located within the power pack and requires
no special break in period.
The Zero S/SR/DS/DSR power pack leverages proven
battery cell chemistry, configuration, and enhanced
reliability. Not only does the Z-Force® technology enable
you to go longer distances (range varies depending on
riding type and conditions), it is also designed to last the
life of the motorcycle. The integrated on-board charger
minimizes charge time and can work in parallel with Zero’s
quick charge accessories to cut charge times by as much
as 75%.
The charging time will remain the same if the on-board
charger is connected to a 120 V AC or a 240 V AC supply.
The normal recharging time of the power pack to a 100%
charge is usually less than 7 hours for the ZF9.8 and
9 hours for the ZF13.0 in mild ambient temperatures. Out
of the normal temperature range, charging and run-time
times will vary. The power pack should not be used outside
of the range of 23°F to 140°F (-5°C to 60°C); the Battery
Management System (BMS) turns off the power controller
outside of this range.
Note: The Battery will not charge if below 0°C or 32°F.
It is required that you leave the motorcycle on the charger
if you expect it to sit in storage or unused for over 30 days.
The power pack must be charged within 24 hours if fully
discharged, and charged within 90 days if stored fully
charged. Zero recommends you plug in your Zero
motorcycle after 90 days, even if fully charged. Please
leave your Zero motorcycle plugged in whenever possible.
Battery Management System (BMS)
Every power pack contains a Battery Management System
(BMS) which monitors the condition of the cells, and
optimizes the charging process to provide the highest
performance, longest range, and longest life for the power
pack.
The BMS safeguards the power pack by means of safety
interlocks. These interlocks turn off or control certain
operations that could damage the power pack. See
“Safety
Interlocks”, on page 7-16 for more information.
The BMS also monitors the power pack for a host of
predefined conditions, and then takes actions according to
those conditions. See,
“Battery Management System”, on
page 7-9 and “Cold and Hot Weather Considerations”, on
page 7-15 for further information.
The BMS is sealed inside the power pack. As a rider, you
don’t need to think much about the BMS - it just silently
does its job as you charge, ride, and store your
motorcycle.
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