MAINTENANCE
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BATTERY REMOVAL
1. Remove the inspection panel to access the battery.
2. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable.
3. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable.
4. Remove the clamp bracket and slide the battery out of the
scooter.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: Using a new battery that has not been
fully charged can damage the battery and result in a
shorter life. It can also hinder vehicle performance.
Follow the battery charging procedure before installing the
battery.
1. Ensure the battery is fully charged.
2. Place the battery in the battery holder and secure with clamp
bracket.
3. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
4. Connect and tighten the red (positive) cable first.
5. Connect and tighten the black (negative) cable last.
6. Verify that cables are properly routed and reinstall..
BATTERY OFF SEASON STORAGE
Whenever the vehicle is not used for a period of three months
or more, remove the battery from the vehicle, ensure that it's
fully charged, and store it out of the sun in a cool, dry place.
Check battery voltage each month during storage and recharge
as needed to maintain a full charge.
NOTE: Battery charge can be maintained by using a
battery charger or by charging about
make up for normal self-discharge.
Battery tenders can be left connected during the
storage period, and will automatically charge the
battery if the voltage drops below a pre-determined
point.
The single most important thing about maintaining a sealed
battery is to keep it fully charged. Since the battery is sealed
and the sealing strip cannot be removed, you must use a
voltmeter or multi-meter to measure the DC voltage at the
battery terminals.
1. Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter or multi-meter.
The battery voltage should read 12.8 VDC or higher.
2. If the voltage is less than 12.8 volts, charge the battery at
1.2 amps or less until battery voltage is 12.8 VDC or greater.
NOTE: When using an automatic charger, refer to the
charger manufacturer’s instructions for battery
charging directions. When using a constant current
charger, follow the guidelines in the following table:
Note:
Fully charged: over 12.8 V
Failure charged: under 12.5 V
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