Pride Mobility Traveller Plus HD Why do my new batteries seem weak?, What about public transport?

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10.Position the lid back onto the battery pack.

11.Carefully turn the pack upside down.

12.Reinstall all screws and tighten.

NOTE: If you encounter a damaged or cracked battery, immediately enclose it in a plastic bag and contact your local disposal agency or authorized Pride Provider for instructions on disposal and bat- tery 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 (8 to 14 hours).

We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide batteries that best suit your Travel 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 Travel 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 Travel Scooter’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 Travel 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 Travel Scooter’s controls and have properly broken in your Travel Scooter’s batteries.

3.Fully recharge the batteries. They should be at over 90% of their peak performance level.

4.Operate your Travel 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 transport?

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

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Contents Elite Traveller Plus F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S III N T E N T SN T R O D U C T I O N SafetyPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryS a F E T Y Product Safety SymbolsS a F E T Y S a F E T Y General Removable Parts PRE-RIDE Safety CheckModifications Tire Inflation Weight LimitationsIncline Information Maximum Recommended Incline Angle Braking Information Cornering InformationCorrect Curb Approach Outdoor Driving SurfacesFreewheel Mode Inclement Weather PrecautionsStairs and Escalators DoorsLIFT/ELEVATION Products ElevatorsBatteries Motor Vehicle TransportPositioning Belts Reaching and BendingALCOHOL/SMOKING Prescription DRUGS/PHYSICAL LimitationsElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI Tiller Console I . Y O U R T R a V E L S C O O T E RTo Move Forward, use either of the following To Move Backward, use either of the followingRear Section Horn ButtonSee figure Battery PackTiller Console Fuse Shroud Panels To reinstall the shroud pieces, placeTo remove the shroud panel pieces See figures 10, 11,B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Reading Your Battery VoltageCharging Your Batteries Follow these easy steps to charge your batteries safely Frequently Asked QuestionsHow does the charger work? What if my Travel Scooter’s batteries will not charge?Can I use a different charger? How can I ensure maximum battery life?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 Travel Scooter? What type and size of battery should I use?What about public transport? Why do my new batteries seem weak?P E R a T I O N PRE-RIDE Adjustments and ChecksBefore Getting Onto Your Travel Scooter Getting Onto Your Travel ScooterGetting OFF of Your Travel Scooter Power Down Timer FeatureSeat Rotation Adjustment Tiller Angle AdjustmentArmrest Width Adjustment C O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T SFront Storage Area Seat Height AdjustmentI . D I S a S S E M B L Y a N D a S S E M B L Y DisassemblyFrame Separation AssemblyDiagnostic Beep Codes I I . B a S I C TroubleshootingWhat if the main circuit breaker repeatedly trips? What if the Travel Scooter’s batteries won’t charge?C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C E Nylon Lock NUT Replacement Axle Bearings and the MOTOR/TRANSAXLE AssemblyABS Plastic Shrouds Motor BrushesA R R a N T Y Exclusions also include components with damage caused by P E N D I X I Specification S Travel Scooter Dimensions T E S T E S T E S INFMANU3231
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