I V . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G

How do I change a battery in my scooter?

MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands after handling.

WARNING! Always use two batteries of the exact same type, chemistry, and amp-hour (Ah) capacity. Refer to the specifications table in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger for recommended type and capacities.

WARNING! Contact your authorized Pride Provider if you have any questions regarding the batteries in your scooter.

WARNING! Do not replace the batteries while the scooter is occupied.

WARNING! Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.

WARNING! The batteries on your scooter should only be serviced or replaced by an authorized Pride Provider or a qualified technician.

1.Remove the seat and rear shroud. See VII. “Disassembly and Assembly.”

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 terminals.

5.Remove the old batteries.

6.Place a new battery in each battery well. Face the battery terminals toward the front of the scooter.

7.Connect the red battery cable to the positive (+) battery terminal. See figure 13A.

8.Connect the black battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.

9.Ensure the battery terminals are covered with the tiller boots.

NOTE: See figure 13B for correct hard- ware placement for battery terminal con- nections.

10.Reconnect the battery harnesses.

11.Reconnect the battery tie-down strap, making sure the strap is positioned over the frame release lever to ensure proper securement. See figure 13C.

12.Reinstall the rear shroud and seat.

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 Pro- vider for instructions on disposal and bat- tery recycling, which is our recommended course of action.

BATTERY TERMINALS

UNDER BOOTS

BATTERY

HARNESSES

Figure 13. Battery Harnesses and Battery Cables

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