Powa-Kaddy golf trolley

[rosyposy]

Sorry if I have posted this in the wrong place but hope someone can help. How long should the battery hold its charge after being charged for 8-10hours. Ours seems to discharge itself, even when it hasn't been used. Does this mean we need a new battery or what? I bought it second hand for my husband and am wondering if I have been sold a 'pup' TIA rosy

[Clanad]

You don't say, if you even know, how old the batteries are. Most batteries in golf carts (I'm in the U.S., hence the terminology differences) here are good for about 3 to 4 years of moderate use. If the batteries aren't holding a charge, it's probably assured they are going to need replacing. It is possible that the connecting cables are corroded (especially considering your humid climate) and need replacing. If you do have to replace the batteries be sure to ask the service that does it to check the cables. By the way, good batteries only require 2 to 3 hours for recharging unless fully depleted. Good luck!

[Clanad]

Well, after my answer was posted, I thought I should see what you're talking about. I mistakenly thought you were referencing one of these ( http://yamahagolfcars...LfwvaACFd1L5QoduHOkVw ), rather than the powered golf bag type.

I also see ( http://www.golftrolle...powakaddy_battery.htm ) that the batteries are good for between 18 to 28 amp hour usegae. Simply stated that's probably about one round of 18 holes. It also uses an external charger and that may be your problem. Not much help, but it looks like the batteries aren't terribly expensive... Again, good luck!

[flyingpig]

My husband has one of these golf trolleys bought in 2004 and still using the original battery, playing 3 or 4 rounds a week. The user manual gives the following instructions: Always charge the battery as soon as you possibly can after a round. Always keep your battery on charge between rounds. If you disconnect the battery or mains, the charger will assume that a different battery has been attached and offer bulk charge. Nevery play more than 18 holes with one battery, you will discharge it below its designed lowest voltage and damage the battery shortening its overall battery life. Never drop the battery or charger, this includes allowing the battery to roll around in the boot of your car.

I think your problem has been you are charging it and then switching it off whereas it should be permanently on charge when not in use. Hope this helps and you haven't got a dud battery.

[rosyposy]

Thank you both very much for your very helpful replies. Those instructions are very useful, flyingpig, and yes you are quite right, he does switch it off when the green light comes on, so hopefully it might be o.k. when he leaves it on. Thank you both again, rosy.
P.S. Humid, humid!!!!It is freezing here in England, Clanad, brrrrrr