Batteries

Battery Performance Tips

New batteries will not perform to their fullest capacity until they have been dis- charged and recharged 20 to 30 times.

Batteries should be fully charged before the first use.

Recharge the batteries daily, or after each use of the vehicle.

Always maintain a full charge on the bat- teries. For best battery life, avoid dis- charging the batteries more than 80%. See page 48.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Batteries should be at room temperature when recharging. Do not charge batteries at temperatures of 110°F (43°C) or higher.

In the first few years of life, the batteries should provide a range of up to 30 miles (48 km) at 72°F (22°C). At 32°F (0°C) range may be reduced to 12-15 miles (19- 24 km). Actual range my be affected by road conditions, terrain, weather and driving habits.

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GEM 419C manual Battery Performance Tips