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BATTERIES
(see also Storage and Specification Instructions)
GATSBY
contains two
lead-acid
sealed batteries.
Figure 7: Batteries and battery connections
In addition to all Warnings below, be sure to comply with all battery
handling information.
MANDATORY
!
Battery posts, terminals, and rated accessories contain
lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling
batteries. Wash hands immediately after handling batteries.
WARNING! Scooter batteries are heavy. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be
sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Do not operate the scooter with depleted batteries.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen
battery.
WARNING! Connect the battery cables correctly. RED (+) cables must be connected
to positive (+) battery terminals/posts and BLACK (-) cables must be connected to
negative (-) battery terminals /posts. REPLACE damaged cables immediately.
Protective caps must be installed over all battery terminals.
NOTE:
If the battery is damaged or cracked, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and
contact your local waste disposal agency or authorized
GATSBY
dealer for instructions for
disposal or for recycling (which we recommend).
Disposal and recycling
: Contact your authorized dealer for information on proper
disposal of your
GATSBY
and its packaging.