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6. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE
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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 Dart is powered by two sealed lead-acid deep-cycle batteries.
2. The batteries supplied with the scooter are 12 V 12AH 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 Drive 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 14°F (-10°C) or higher than 120°F (+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 below50°F (10°C) or above 120°F (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 tore fill with water.
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You should charge the batteries at least once a week.