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How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?
Rarely do you have an ideal driving situation such as smooth, flat, hard terrain with no wind, hills, or curves. More
often you are presented with hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, curves, and wind. All of
these factors will affect the distance or running time per battery charge. Below are a few suggestions for obtaining
the maximum range per charge:
n Always charge the batteries fully prior to any trip.
n Maintain 3035 psi in the pneumatic drive wheels.
n Plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines if possible.
n Limit baggage weight to essential items.
n Try to maintain an even speed and avoid stop-and-go driving.
What type of battery should I use?
We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both AGM and Gel-Ccell are deep-
cycle batteries that are similar in performance.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Battery Specifications
Type: Deep-cycle (AGM or Gel-Cell)
Size: NF-22
Voltage: 12 volts each
WARNING! Corrosive chemicals contained in batteries. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries
to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.
Why do my new batteries seem weak?
Deep-cycle batteries employ a much different chemical technology from that used in car batteries, nickel-cadmium
(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. Lead-acid batteries should be charged as often as
possible. They do not have the memory that nickel-cadmium batteries have.
We work closely with our battery manufacturer to provide a battery that best suits your Jet1s specific demands.
Fresh batteries arrive regularly at Pride and are promptly shipped with a full charge. During shipping, the batteries
encounter temperature extremes that may influence their initial performance. Heat robs the charge from the battery,
and cold slows the power available and extends the time needed to recharge the battery (just as with automotive
batteries).
It might take a few days for the temperature of the battery to stabilize and adjust to its new ambient temperature.
More importantly, it will take a few charging cycles (a partial drainthen a full recharge) to establish the critical
chemical balance that is essential to the batterys peak performance and long life. It will be well worth it to you if
you take the time to break in your Jet1s batteries properly.
IX. BATTERIES AND CHARGING