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Mako
OWNER'S GUIDE
PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS:
1.
DO NOT block the vents of the charger case, or charge the
vehicle in a closed area. This will cause an extreme buildup
of heat, which will result in damage to the charger and the
batteries.
2.
Avoid exposing the vehicle to heat exceeding 100ºF, such as in
the trunk of a car, furnace rooms, engine rooms, etc. Pro-
longed exposure to heat will shorten the life of the batteries
and possibly damage them.
3.
The battery life indicator should be continuously monitored
whenever the vehicle is in use or the batteries are being dis-
charged. Immediately STOP operating the vehicle or discharg-
ing the batteries any further whenever the flashing red bat-
tery indicator light appears (Fig. 6). If the vehicle is in opera-
tion underwater when this light appears, abort the dive and
surface to re-charge the batteries as soon as possible. Swim
the vehicle to the surface, and DO NOT continue to operate.
4.
DO NOT use any chargers other than a genuine Oceanic
charger to recharge your vehicle. Doing so may cause severe
damage to the batteries, and will void the warranty.
5.
DO NOT expose the charger to moisture, salt air, sand, or dust.
Keep it clean and dry at all times.
6.
DO NOT smoke or allow an open spark or flame near the bat-
teries at any time.
7.
DO NOT charge the batteries if they are frozen. Remove the
fore shell and allow the unit to warm to room temperature
(approximately 70
°
F or 21
°
C) for at least one hour.
8.
DO NOT attempt to operate a unit which has been only par-
tially charged to less than 90% capacity. Whenever possible,
the batteries should be charged to their total capacity for a
full 24 hours before using the vehicle.
9.
DO NOT store the vehicle in a discharged state. Prior to stor-
age, it is important to ensure that the batteries are charged
to 100% capacity, and that the unit has stood open for a full
hour afterwards to allow any hydrogen gas to vent completely.
10. DO NOT store the vehicle with the battery connected to the
motor. Prior to storage for any length of time, it is critical to
ensure that the power leads have been disconnected.
11. If moisture has entered the vehicle, DO NOT attempt to oper-
ate or store it with the housing and fore shell assembled. Take
the vehicle to your Authorized Oceanic Dealer immediately,
where it should receive a factory authorized inspection and
service.
FIG. 6 - Battery Indicator
Disconnect power before storage!