I am new to the golf cart world. I am looking at purchasing a 98 Club Car 48v that has had a very easy life for $750. The cart runs and operates fine but while parked and the key off the battery light flashes for a sequence of 1 second and then 5 seconds. Any feedback on this situation will be greatly appreciated. On a side note I have had trouble getting the charger to kick on when I plug it in. Sometimes it takes a couple times of wiggling the receptacle and then it will take off. Not sure if the problems are connected.
Thanks again. I am new to the golf cart world. I am looking at purchasing a 98 Club Car 48v that has had a very easy life for $750. The cart runs and operates fine but while parked and the key off the battery light flashes for a sequence of 1 second and then 5 seconds.
Any feedback on this situation will be greatly appreciated. On a side note I have had trouble getting the charger to kick on when I plug it in. Sometimes it takes a couple times of wiggling the receptacle and then it will take off. Not sure if the problems are connected. Thanks again. Remember there can be a 6-20 second delay from the time you plug the charger into the cart and the time the relay kicks on.
I thought I had to keep wiggling it also until I read the manual online. Now I plug it in and wait about 8 seconds and it kicks on. Just food for thought. I just went out and tried to plug the charger in and even with waiting 5 min it did not come on. This is the same thing it did to me yesterday and then it just randomly started charging after I was messing with it for a while.
The light is still blinking in the same sequence. Ok, the charger should kick on within 5 seconds of plugging it in. You may have an OBC problem. I would check all your connections throughout the cart, since you said it came on when you were messing with it. There could be a loose wire somewhere. The battery light is probably flashing due to an incomplete charge cycle.
Ok here we go: BATTERY WARNING LIGHT When the vehicle is in operation, the warning light is controlled by the onboard computer. Batteries’ voltage drops below 48 volts when there is no load on the batteries (the vehicle is stopped and there are no accessories on). Batteries have discharged to less than 25% of rated capacity. If the warning light illuminates when the vehicle is operating, there will be enough power remaining to drive the vehicle for approximately 30 minutes. However, the vehicle should be charged at the first opportunity. If the warning light illuminates and the vehicle is unable to operate for 30 minutes, have your Club Car distributor/ dealer check the vehicle for a possible battery or electrical system problem. When the batteries receive an incomplete charge because: 1) the DC power cord is disconnected, 2) AC power to charger is interrupted, 3) automatic charger shut-off occurs after 16 hours of operation, or 4) charger malfunctions, the warning light will indicate as follows:.
The battery warning light will not illuminate if the charge is 90% or more complete. The onboard computer will retain in memory the amount of charge needed to replenish the batteries and will complete the charge during the next charge cycle. When the charger DC cord is unplugged during a charge cycle, the battery warning light will illuminate and remain illuminated for 10 seconds if the charge is less than 90% complete but the vehicle has enough power for 60 minutes of operation. This will alert the fleet operator that the vehicle may be used, but that it must be charged to completion as soon as possible. The battery warning light will repeatedly illuminate for 10 seconds, at 4 second intervals, if the charger times out at 16 hours and the batteries are not sufficiently charged.
This indicates an abnormal charge cycle. The charger and batteries should be checked by your Club Car distributor/dealer. The battery warning light will repeatedly illuminate for 10 seconds, at 4 second intervals, during a charge cycle (with the DC plug still connected) if AC power to the charger is interrupted. The light will go out when AC power is restored. When paired with version 3.0 or later onboard computers, the battery warning light will flash quickly, after inserting the DC plug, indicating the charger’s voltage suppressor has failed closed.
There are many different systems to consider when troubleshooting your electric golf cart motor. The motor is the last in a series of components that could fail. After determining that the cart’s batteries and charger are working properly, you can reset the motor to see if it runs. You must replace the motor if it has burnt out. Check Batteries Test each battery with a voltmeter to see if it is depleted. With some models, the cart draws a small amount of electricity even when it’s not running.
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Over several months, this can completely discharge the battery. Modern chargers must detect a minimum voltage to initiate the recharge sequence. Leaving the cart unplugged for a long time can cause the battery voltage to fall below this level. Batteries will also lose their capacity with age. Check the level of water and electrolytes. There should be enough water to cover the conductive plates, but not enough to fill the battery all the way to the cap.
The batteries contain acid, so wear protective gear and avoid spills. Clean corrosion from the terminals with a solution of baking soda and a brush. Check the cables for broken or frayed wires. Extend the life of the batteries by recharging them fully after every use. Some carts allow you to adjust the torque strapping the batteries in place; keep this within the manufacturer’s specifications to prevent vibration.
Vibrations during movement can melt the battery post. Listen for Solenoid The solenoid should make a clicking sound when you turn the key to start the golf cart. If the starter doesn’t work and the battery is full, replace it. Inspect Charger Test the outlet the charger is plugged into and examine the charger connections. Again, check for signs of corrosion or frayed wires. Also, a power surge could cause the circuit breaker to trip or the diodes inside the charger to fail.
If you suspect a power surge has occurred, check these components. Inspect Potentiometer The potentiometer is a small switch that controls the speed of the golf cart. Make sure that the potentiometer is not cracked and that the connections are secure.
Reset Motor Use a screwdriver to locate and expose the motor. It may have a small red reset button near the main power supply. Press this button and reassemble your cart. Connect the golf cart to the charger unit and recharge the batteries. Attempt to operate the golf cart again. Codman. You may also be able to test the motor in isolation from the circuit using a charged battery.
If the motor does not spin, it might be burnt-out. Motor burn-out can result from excessive resistance from weight, grade, or poor traction. Uninstall the motor and inspect it for damaged bearings, field coils, or worn brushes. These parts can be replaced with right tools and some patience. Damage to the armature or motor housing generally cannot be repaired so easily and will require the whole motor assembly to be replaced. You should be all set thanks to this guide on troubleshooting your electric golf cart motor. Time to hit the green!
The care and feeding of golf cart in South Carolina Club Car Battery and Charging system do’s and don’ts 1. Charger Mounting and charging Charging –Cars should be plugged in at ALL times, when not in use. This includes cars that are out of use.
Cars that are not plugged in can self-discharge over several weeks and virtually “kill” the battery pack. Connect your battery charger to a readily available surge protector outlet/strip.
Since the charger should be plugged in at all times, it is wise to protect it against lightening. Batteries should be charged after EACH period of use, no matter how short you used it When plugging charger into car, verify that the ammeter needle moves to the right side of the meter window. This confirms that there is power to the car and a working charger.
Allow the charger to complete the charge process by letting the charging system turn off on its own (the charger will be silent and the ammeter needle will be at zero). Short charging will promote unbalanced batteries and costly battery replacement. Lead acid batteries do not develop a memory and do not need to be fully discharged before recharging (there is no hysteresis effect for these batteries). Check water level monthly for every battery and every cell.
Note that the cells within a battery are totally separate cavities, so filling one cell does not fill the adjacent cells. In the event of having single-point watering system, water levels should still be checked every month to ensure the system is working properly. o USE DISTILLED WATER ONLY. DO NOT USE TAP WATER. o Watering should always be done AFTER fully charging the battery.
o Removal of the seat makes batteries more accessible – lift off the two front hinges 2. Battery Operation/Cleaning Shallow discharges will result in a longer battery life. 50% (or less) discharges are recommended, 80% discharge is the maximum safe discharge.
Poor periodic maintenance can contribute to battery discharge. Poor battery cable contact due to improper torque can create high resistance connections that will increase amperage and reduce run times. Battery cables should be torqued to 110 INCH pounds, using a ½ inch click wrench.
This should be checked every 6 months. Dirty and corroded terminals will lead to improper connections. Use battery corrosion prevention spray once per month. Use baking soda/water mix to clean corrosion from terminals, if present. Low tire pressure, brake drag, and improperly aligned tires can also contribute to battery discharge. Please check alignment and tire pressure monthly.
Tire Pressure Please note that when cart tires are low on air pressure, they do not appear “flat” like car tires. You must use a pressure gage to insure that the tires area properly inflated Use caution when inflating tires. Due to the low volume of the small tires, over-inflation can occur quickly. Tire pressure should be maintained between 18-22 PSI. All four tires should have the same pressure for optimum handling. Under inflated tires (22 psi) will cause excess tire wear (center of tire).
Battery Maintenance-Daily Charge the batteries after each day’s use. The charger will automatically shut off when batteries are completely charged Inspect car and charger for proper operating conditions. Ensure that ammeter both clicks and moves on the charger, when plugged into car.
Club Car Battery Indicator
Verify charge has been completed, meaning charger has turned itself off, before using vehicle. Battery Maintenance-Monthly Inspect all wiring for fraying, loose connections, corrosion, or deterioration of insulation. Water batteries using distilled water container.
Very important! Watering should always be done AFTER fully charging the battery. Clean the batteries and wire terminals using mix of baking soda and water. Coat terminals with protectant spray you can get at any auto store. Battery maintenance-Every 6 months Battery cables should be torqued to 110 INCH POUNDS, using a ½ inch click wrench.
This should be checked every 6 months. Poor periodic maintenance can contribute to battery discharge. Poor battery cable contact due to improper torque can create high resistance connections that will increase amperage and reduce run times. Vehicle registration Lastly, you are required to register your cart at the DMV. Attached is the registration form which can also be downloaded from: Report any abnormal conditions to your Team at Complete Cart Services, LLC @ Phone: 803-865-8096 Email: [email protected].