Pride Mobility Wrangler owner manual Why do my new batteries seem weak?

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Why do my new batteries seem weak?

Deep-cycle batteries employ a different chemical technology than that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium bat- teries (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 Wrangler’s specific electri- cal demands. Fresh batteries arrive daily at Pride and are shipped fully charged to our customers. During shipping, the batteries may encounter temperature extremes that may 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 Wrangler’s batteries to stabilize and adjust to their new room or ambient temperature.

More importantly, it takes a few charging cycles (a partial drain followed by a full recharge) to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to a deep-cycle battery’s peak performance and long life.

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

1.Fully recharge 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 new Wrangler 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 Wrangler’s controls and have prop- erly broken in your PMV’s batteries.

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

4.Operate your Wrangler 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 your Wrangler’s 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.

How should I store my Wrangler and its batteries?

If you plan on not using your Wrangler for an extended period of time, it is best to:

νFully charge its batteries prior to storage.

νDisconnect the battery cables from the battery terminals.

νStore your Wrangler in a warm, dry environment.

νAvoid storing your Wrangler where it will be exposed to temperature extremes.

WARNING! If your Wrangler’s batteries do become frozen, do not attempt to charge them. Cold or frozen batteries should be allowed to warm up for several days prior to recharging.

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