Can I replace dead battery myself? I bought recommended one from manual, but no instructions as to how to do myself.
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I have replacement batteries but cannot find instructions on how to open battery pack and replace. Buzzaround lite
Can I do this myself?
Posted by Anonymous on Jun 14, 2014
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Charles Bond
I've not personally replaced my batteries, but I've seen my cousin do it for my Golden Buzzaround XLS-HD and Extreme scooters.
There are (at least) 4 very deep holes somewhere in the battery box. I think the holes are on the bottom of box (but I don't recall for sure). He uses a screwdriver with a 12 inch shaft and Philips head. I think it's likely a size #2 Philips head (but I don't know for sure). If it's not #2 then it's #3.
There are (at least) 4 screws holding the battery box closed. Remove the screws and then the battery box can be separated into the bottom part where battery is mounted and the top part (the cover).
The screwdriver needs a long shaft to reach the screw heads because the screw heads are about 8 to 10 inches deep inside the holes.
Also, download a service manual. A service manual is for maintenance by technicians, but is also very useful for DIY people. What you currently have is probably only an owners manual.
I don't want to be rude in any way, but I think you can't do this yourself if you have to ask it here. On the other hand, if you are strong enough, have the right tools and you will take the right safety precautions it could go.
This link to youtube shows how easy it is to remove the battery pack and place it back.
If you want to replace the batteries in the battery pack I'll have to search a little bit if someone already showed this on the net. The Buzzaround Lite Mobility Scooter
Testimonial: "That's exactly what I need to know: replacing the batteries in the battery pack. I bought the batteries already, based on the manual info. Just would rather not have to take it somewhere to do."
Thos is what the manual says:
The manual does not talk about replacing the battery. I have removed the pack many times. That is not the issue. The issue is removing it from its fiberglas casing and getting at the battery inside.
You are right, but the manual also says you are not allowed to do any repairs to the Buzz. I keep searching for any solution for you.
I posted the "how to" answer.
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SOURCE: When I plug in the
Your scooter has the ability to flash a fault code. The flash is deciphered as follows;
Any fault condition on the S-Drive controller or scooter will cause the
"Power on / Diagnostics" L.E.D. to flash. The L.E.D. located on the tiller
dashboard will indicate with flash codes what problem is occurring.
L.E.D. Flashes 1 time and pauses, 1 time and pauses.... Batteries are low,
scooter will still operate.
L.E.D. Flashes 2 times and pauses, 2 times and pauses.... Batteries are very
low, scooter will not operate.
L.E.D. Flashes 3 times and pauses, 3 times and pauses....Over voltage to
controller.
L.E.D. Flashes 5 times and pauses, 5 times and pauses....Brake is in the
freewheel position or connection to brake is open.
L.E.D. Flashes 6 times and pauses, 6 times and pauses....Paddle or speed
potentiometer problem.
L.E.D. Flashes 7 times and pauses, 7 times and pauses....Paddle or speed
potentiometer problem.
L.E.D. Flashes 8 times and pauses, 8 times and pauses....Motor
disconnected or faulty.
L.E.D. Flashes 9 times and pauses, 9 times and pause....Controller fault.
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