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GEM Owner’s Manual - Page 27
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
CURRENT LIMITING MODE
The current limiting mode is designed to protect the batteries and motor. If
the current limiting mode icon is illuminated, it is an indication of one of the
following issues:
Battery Pack Over-Voltage
Battery over-voltage typically occurs when the vehicle is descending down
hills after being fully charged. During descent, the regenerative mode
is activated, which returns current to the battery by using the motor as a
generator. In some extreme cases, the battery pack might get overcharged.
Battery Pack Under-Voltage
Battery under-voltage would coincide with a low charge reading on the state
of charge gauge. If you continue to drive, the acceleration and power will
begin to decrease. The controller will eventually shut the vehicle down be-
fore allowing battery damage to occur. If the state of charge is low and the
current limiting icon is illuminated, pull the vehicle over to a safe location and
charge the vehicle.
