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28 www.pridemobility.com Jet 3/Rev I/Feb03
VII. BATTERIES AND CHARGING
How often must I charge the batteries?
Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries. You may use your Jet 3 all day on
a daily basis or you may not use it for weeks at a time.
DAILY USE
If you use your Jet 3 on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using it for the day. Each
morning your Jet 3 will be ready to give you a full days service. We recommend that you charge the batteries for
8 to 14 hours after daily use. Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 hours.
INFREQUENT USE
If you use your Jet 3 infrequently (once a week or less), you should charge the batteries at least once per week for
12 to 14 hours.
NOTE: Keep the batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging the batteries. Do not charge them for
more than 24 hours, at one charge.
How can I get maximum range or distance per charge?
Rarely will you have an ideal driving situation, such as smooth, flat, hard terrain with no hills or curves. More often,
you will be presented with hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, and curves. 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 fully charge the batteries prior to your trip.
n Maintain 30 - 35 psi in pneumatic drive wheels.
n Plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines if possible.
n Limit the baggage weight to essential items.
What type of battery should I use?
We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both AGM and Gel-Cell are deep-
cycle batteries and are similar in performance.
Use these specifications to reorder deep-cycle batteries:
Battery Type
Type: Deep-cycle AGM or Gel-Cell
Size: U-1
Voltage: 12 V each
Amp Hours: 3035 amp hours
WARNING! Corrosive chemicals contained in batteries. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries
to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.