electric/ride on toy 6v jeep battery issue - does not charge

molerat

techmob wrote: »

so when you get a new battery it needs charging? how long do they need to be charged for?

i let my son use it for about 20 mins, without me charging it, hope that hasn't abused the lifespan of this battery

usually about 12-14 hours

as long as you did not completely flatten it, it should be ok.

techmob

molerat wrote: »

usually about 12-14 hours

as long as you did not completely flatten it, it should be ok.

no, it still powered the car

cheers

techmob

good news

the light has come on and is getting brighter

cheers

molerat

Dragging this one back up .... have you thrown your old battery away ? This thread made me think about the electric car and that it hadn't been used for a while. The battery was at 3 volts and the charger light came on straight away and stayed on. Kept it on charge for 2 days on and off and kept checking the voltage. It slowly crept up to 6.5 volts and then the light went out and after a few hours it slowly came back on. The battery is fine now so if you havn't already binned it give it a go.

xenadog

this has been a great thread - we are just clearing out our garage and have a big barbie ride in car and a double seated grey 4x4 type ride on. Both were going in the trailer to the skip tomorrow - but had 2nd thoughts now and will give your advice a go - thanks again, will let you know the results.