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How do I change a battery in my scooter?
To change a battery in your scooter:
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
1. Remove the seat and rear shroud.
2. Disconnect the battery tie-down strap.
3. Disconnect the battery harnesses by pulling them
straight up. See figure 13.
4. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery termi-
nals by sliding back the terminal boot then unscrew-
ing the nut from the bolt.
5. Remove the old battery.
6. Place a new battery in the battery well. Face the
battery terminals towards the seat post
7. Connect the red battery cable to the positive (+) bat-
tery terminal.
8. Connect the black battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
9. Reposition the terminal boots over the battery terminals.
9. Reconnect the battery harness.
10. Reconnect the battery tie-down strap.
11. Reinstall the rear shroud and seat.
NOTE: If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and call
your authorized Pride Provider for instructions on disposal. Your authorized Pride Provider will also
have the necessary information on battery recycling, which is our recommended course of action.
Why do my new batteries seem weak?
Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium bat-
teries (nicads), and 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 scooters specific electrical
demands. Fresh batteries are shipped fully charged to our customers. During shipping, the batteries may encounter
temperature extremes that can influence their initial performance. Heat diminishes the charge on the battery; cold
Figure 13. Battery Harnesses and Battery Cables
BATTERY HARNESSES
TERMINAL BOOTS
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING
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