Hoveround Ventura 4-Wheel Mobility Scooter Owners Manual - Page 14

5. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE 5.1 CHARGING THE BATTERY Follow the procedure below step by step: 1. Turn the power switch to (OFF) 2. Connect the charger's power cord into the power outlet. 3. Open the charging socket cap on the scooter's tiller. Then connect the charger's round plug to the charging socket. 4. Both the charger's red and orange LEDs will be lit when beginning charging. The charging duration is about 6 hours. To ensure optimum performance a 10-hour charge is recommended. But we do not recommend charging more than 24 consecutive hours. 5. Both the charger's LEDs will be lit during the charging process. The orange LED will turn green when charging is complete. 6. Disconnect the power cord and the round plug from charger socket on the scooter. 1 Warning ♦ The fan inside the charger will be activated accordingly when you turn on the charger. If the fan does not work when connected to the charger or the green light is not showing, DO NOT use this charger. It may lead to overheating of the charger and cause a fire as a result. ♦ There is a red LED present on the charger to illustrate operation. If this LED does not illuminate the charger is defective, please contact your dealer. ) Attention ♦ While gripping or folding the handle bar, beware of finger or hands caught in the handle area. ♦ While returning the batteries to the battery pack cavity of shroud, beware of finger or hands. 1 Warning 1. Keep away from flammable objects while charging as it may lead to fire or explosion of battery. 2. Do not smoke while charging as the battery may release hydrogen gas. Always charge your battery in a well-ventilated space. 3. Never connect or disconnect the plug or cord with wet hands while charging. Do not connect or disconnect the plug or cord when they are wet, it may lead to electric shock. NOTE: The immovable function will be activated while your scooter is in charging status, which will make your scooter not run. 13 Rev.2.02.15.13