Pride Mobility INFMANU4440 Why do my new batteries seem weak?, What about public transportation?

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NOTE: If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and contact your local waste disposal agency or authorized Pride Provider for instructions on disposal and 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 batteries (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 scooter’s 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 slows the available power and extends the time needed to recharge the battery.

It may take a few days for the temperature of your scooter’s 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 performance and long life.

Follow these steps to properly break in your scooter’s new batteries for maximum efficiency and service life: 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use.

Figure 13A. Battery Cable Orientation

Figure 13B. Cable To Terminal Connection

BATTERY TIE-DOWN STRAP

Figure 13C. Battery Tie-down Strap

This charging cycle brings the battery up to about 88% of its peak performance level.

2.Operate your new 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 your scooter’s controls and have properly broken in your scooter’s batteries.

3.Fully recharge the batteries. They should be at over 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.

What about public transportation?

If you intend to use public transportation with your scooter, you must contact the transportation provider in advance to determine their specific requirements.

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Contents Page F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S N T E N T S Safety N T R O D U C T I O NPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryProduct Safety Symbols S a F E T YS a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y General Removable Parts PRE-RIDE Safety CheckModifications Tire Inflation Weight LimitationsIncline Information S a F E T Y Cornering Information Braking InformationOutdoor Driving Surfaces Correct Curb ApproachInclement Weather Precautions Freewheel ModeStairs and Escalators DoorsBattery Disposal and Recycling ElevatorsLIFT/ELEVATION Products BatteriesPreventing Unintended Movement Motor Vehicle Transport Getting Onto and OFF of Your ScooterReaching and Bending Positioning BeltsPrescription DRUGS/PHYSICAL Limitations ALCOHOL/SMOKINGS a F E T Y Key Switch Battery Condition MeterI . Y O U R S C O O T E R Tiller ConsoleLights Switch Speed Adjustment DialThrottle Control Lever Off-board Charger PortMotor/Transaxle Assembly Tiller Console FusesRear Components Anti-Tip WheelsTo install the flag Safety Flag Bracket OptionalManual Freewheel Lever Main Circuit Breaker Reset Button Securement PointsReading Your Battery Voltage B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N GBatteries and Charging Charging Your BatteriesFrequently Asked Questions Follow these easy steps to charge your batteries safelyHow does the charger work? Can I use a different charger?How can I ensure maximum battery life? What type and size of battery should I use?How often must I charge the batteries? How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?How do I change a battery in my scooter? You may need the following to change your batteriesWhy do my new batteries seem weak? What about public transportation?PRE-RIDE Adjustments and Checks P E R a T I O NBefore Getting Onto Your Scooter Getting Onto Your ScooterPower Down Timer Feature Getting OFF Your ScooterTiller Angle Adjustment Armrest Angle AdjustmentSeatback Adjustment C O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T SSeat Rotation Adjustment FRONT-TO-BACK Seat AdjustmentSeat Height Adjustment C O M F O R TMirror Position Positioning Belt OptionalDisassembly I . D I S a S S E M B L Y a N D a S S E M B L YFrame Separation AssemblySection. See figure Diagnostic Fault Codes I I . B a S I C TroubleshootingWhat if all the systems on my scooter seem to be dead? What if the main circuit breaker repeatedly trips? C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C E Transaxle Assembly Wheel ReplacementAxle Bearings and the Motor Motor BrushesFuse Replacement Nylon Lock NUT ReplacementABS Plastic Shrouds To replace a fuseStoring Your Scooter Disposal of Your ScooterA R R a N T Y Service Checks and Warranty Service Implied WarrantiesP E N D I X I Specification S Celebrity X LE Specifications10.16 cm T E S Page INFMANU4440
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