Pride Mobility SC2700 Type, Size, Voltage, Amperage, Why do my new batteries seem weak?

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Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries from your authorized Pride Provider:

 

Battery Specifications

Type:

Deep-cycle (AGM or Gel-Cell)

 

 

Size:

NF-22 batteries are recommended, U-1 batteries are optional

 

 

Voltage:

12 volts each

 

 

Amperage:

55 AH (NF-22), 32 AH (U-1)

 

 

Why do my new batteries seem weak?

Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cad- mium 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 scooter’s specific electrical demands. Fresh batteries arrive daily at Pride and are shipped fully charged to our customers. During shipping, the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that can influence their initial perfor- mance. 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 the batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or ambient temperature. More importantly, 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 battery’s peak perfor- mance and long life.

Please follow these steps to properly break-in your new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life.

1.Fully charge any new battery prior to its initial use. This initial charging cycle brings the batteries up to about 88% of their peak performance level.

2.Operate your scooter 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 the controls and have properly broken in the batteries.

3.Fully recharge the batteries. This recharge should bring the batteries up to about 90% of their peak performance level.

4.Operate your scooter 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.

How can I ensure maximum battery life?

Fully charged deep-cycle batteries provide reliable performance and extended battery service life. Keep the batteries fully charged whenever possible. Batteries that are deeply discharged, infrequently charged, or stored without a full charge may be permanently damaged and cause unreliable performance and limited service life.

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