Pride Mobility 1103 - Manual (Page 13)

13 Jazzy 1103
BATTERY BREAK-IN
To break in your Jazzy’s new batteries for maximum efficiency:
1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak
performance.
2. Run your Jazzy 1103 about the house. Move slowly at first and don’t stray too far until you become accus-
tomed to the controls and break in the batteries.
3. Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and run the Jazzy 1103 again. The batteries should now
perform at over 90% of their potential.
4. After four or five charging cycles, the batteries top off at 100% charge and last for an extended period.
BATTERIES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
How often must I charge the batteries?
Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries. You may use your Jazzy 1103 all
day on a daily basis or you may not use it for weeks at a time.
Daily Use
If you use your Jazzy 1103 on a daily basis, charge the batteries as soon as you are finished using it for the
day. Your Jazzy 1103 will be ready each morning to give you a full day’s service. We recommend that you
charge the batteries 8 to 14 hours after daily use. Do not charge the batteries for more than 24 hours.
Infrequent Use
If you use your Jazzy 1103 infrequently (once a week or less), you should charge it at least once per week for
12 to 14 hours.
REMEMBER: Keep the batteries fully charged and avoid deeply discharging the batteries. Do not charge for
more than 24 hours.
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 are presented with hills, pavement cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, and curves. All of these
factors affect the distance or running time per battery charge. The following are a few suggestions for obtaining the
maximum range per charge:
l Always charge the batteries fully prior to your trip.
l Maintain 30-35 psi in pneumatic drive wheels.
l Plan your trip in advance to avoid inclines if possible.
l Limit the baggage weight to essential items.
III. OPERATION