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VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING
Why do my new
batteries seem weak?
Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium batteries
(nicads), or in other common battery types. Deep-cycle batteries are specifically designed to provide power, drain
down their charge, and then accept a relatively quick recharge.
We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your PTV's specific electrical
demands. Fresh batteries arrive daily at The SCOOTER Store and are shipped fully charged to our customers.
During shipping, the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that may influence their initial performance.
Heat diminishes the charge on the battery; cold slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge
the battery.
It may take a few days for the temperature of your PTV's batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or
ambient temperature.
It takes a few charging cycles (partial draining followed by full recharging) to establish the critical chemical balance
that is essential to a deep-cycle batterys peak performance and long life.
Follow these steps to properly break-in your PTV's new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life.
1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88% of
its peak performance level.
2. Operate your new PTV in familiar and safe areas. Drive slowly at first, and do not travel too far from your
home or familiar surroundings until you have become accustomed to your PTV's controls.
3. Fully recharge the batteries. They should be at over 90% of their peak performance level.
4. Operate your PTV again.
5. Fully recharge the batteries again.
6. After four or five charging cycles, the batteries are able to receive a charge of 100% of their peak performance
level and are able to last for an extended period of time.
What type and size battery should I use?
Your PTV comes equipped with two deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both AGM, Gel-
Cell are deep-cycle batteries that are similar in performance. Do not use wet-cell batteries, which have removable
caps.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries from The SCOOTER Store:
Battery Specifications
Type: Deep-cycle (AGM or Gel-Cell)
Voltage: 12 volts each
Size: 12 AH
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