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Old 02-23-2011, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by cybermuda View Post
I do not know if this is the "recommended" procedure, but it works for me when my cart has been unused for a long time:

1) make sure the water level in each battery is just above the metal plates

2) plug in charger and charge fully

3) unplug charger then fill batteries with water to their usual "full" level

I fully-charge the batteries and top them up with water before leaving for a long time

and, if you can, have a neighbour recharge them every month while you are away
Your advice seems sound. I would only add that first he should CHECK ALL BATTERY CONNECTIONS AND CLEAN AND TIGHTEN AS NECESSARY. Also after your step 3 I would charge the batteries again.
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