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GEM Owner’s Manual - Page 57
Operation and Maintenance
1. The water level in the fl ooded batteries should be checked monthly, or more
frequently with heavy usage. The level should be in between the battery
plates and the bottom of the fi ll well (see page 54). The battery plates
should be visible when looking into the fi ll well. If not, use a fl ashlight. Add
(distilled) water only after charging unless the water level is below the top
of the battery plates. In this case, add just enough distilled water to cover
the plates, charge then recheck the level.
NOTE: For best battery life, add only distilled water.
2. Make sure the battery caps are fi rmly in place after maintenance and before
washing. (See step 3)
3. Batteries should be kept clean and free of corrosion. Wash the tops and
terminals of batteries with a solution of baking soda and water (1 cup baking
soda per gallon of water) once per month. Review the CAUTIONS on pages
48 and 49.
NOTE: Do not allow the cleaning solution to enter the battery.
4. Be sure battery terminals are tight. If just cleaned, let terminals dry, and
spray them with battery anti-corrosion spray.
Never charge batteries if plates are exposed above water
level.
CAUTION!
Battery acid from cleaning batteries can damage driveway
or garage fl oor.
CAUTION!
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