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on electric golf what does blinking battery light mean

by Giovanny Kuvalis Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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The blinking LED lights indicate different status of charge: Short green flash = less than 80% charged Long green flash = more than 80% charged

Battery Low State of Charge Warning
The light comes on and remains solid when the battery state of charge falls below 20%. The light begins flashing when the battery state of charge falls below 10%.

Full Answer

What do the lights on my golf cart battery charger mean?

Solid Green = The golf cart charge status is 100%. 4.) Red Flash = Fault Code. LED Fault Codes 1.) Red Flash – Light comes on briefly but nothing after that. Check for valid AC power going to the golf cart battery charger. 2.) One Red Flash = Charge Enabled Fault. Check for poor contact in the DC side connector.

Why is my golf cart battery blinking?

When you find a battery with a low charge, try charging it to its full voltage using a smaller auto charger. If your batteries are all good, then another reason for the blinking could be a faulty charger. You can use a voltmeter to check the charger yourself or seek the assistance of staff from your local golf store.

What do all the blinking lights on my Charger mean?

What are all the blinking lights on my charger, and what do they mean? The blinking LED lights indicate different status of charge: Red flash = fault code, charging error.

What does a green flash light mean on a golf cart?

A Short Green Flash = The golf cart charge status is less than 80%. 2.) A Long Green Flash = The golf cart charge status is more than 80%. 3.) Solid Green = The golf cart charge status is 100%. 4.) Red Flash = Fault Code. LED Fault Codes 1.) Red Flash – Light comes on briefly but nothing after that.

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Why is the battery light blinking on my golf cart?

Weak batteries are one of the main reasons why the battery light flashes even when the cart is turned off and the key removed. Low battery voltage is also another reason for this type of flashing. If the batteries are fully charged, there should be no flashing.

Why would my battery light be flashing?

The cause of the battery light could be a loose or corroded battery cable or other wire connecting components of the charging system, or it might be a problem with the alternator or voltage regulator. The alternator generates the power that is stored in the battery.

Can I drive with a flashing battery light?

Driving with your Battery Light on is not a good idea. If the battery is bad, the alternator is faulty, or the wiring is bad, these can cause the vehicle to lose power and not operate like it normally would. The battery powers essential parts of your car, so it is a must have piece of equipment.

How can you tell if its the battery or alternator?

If the engine starts but dies immediately, your alternator probably isn't keeping your battery charged. If a jump starts and keeps your car running, but the car can't start again off of its own power, a dead battery is probably your answer.

How do I know when my car battery needs replacing?

6 Signs Your Car Battery Needs to Be ReplacedThe Engine Is Slow to Turn Over. ... The Dashboard Lights Flicker. ... The Windows Roll Slowly. ... The Headlights Go Dim When Idling. ... Corrosion is Present. ... Your Battery is Old. ... Conclusion.

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Hi I have a question, when golf cart ranges are posted, are they typically the range that is best for the well being of the batteries, or the 100% total range?

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Why is my golf cart battery not charging?

If the golf cart’s battery bank is less than 36.0 volts or more than 67.2 volts you may get this fault. It is usually because the battery bank voltage is too low and the battery charger does not sense enough voltage to kick on and start to apply voltage and amperage.

What does a red flash mean on a golf cart?

Red Flash – Light comes on briefly but nothing after that. Check for valid AC power going to the golf cart battery charger. 2.) One Red Flash = Charge Enabled Fault. Check for poor contact in the DC side connector. Check the plug position in the cart side receptacle to ensure good contact. Might also be a battery temperature issue or fault.

Why is my golf cart battery charger not working?

Bad connections will cause any battery charger to not function properly. After you've charged up your batteries and checked every connection and you are still having issues, it's probably safe to say you've got a golf cart battery charger problem and may need to service it or buy a new one.

Why is my golf cart charging red?

Occasionally a red fault light on a golf cart charger can mean that the batteries do not have enough voltage in them to allow the charger to kick on (see Charging Dead Golf Cart Batteries above).

What is an OBC on a club car?

When you plug the charger into your Club Car, the OBC will tell the battery charger when to start and stop charging based on the voltage levels in your batteries.

What voltage do you need for a 36V golf cart?

You must match volts to volts. A 36V cart requires a 36 volt golf cart charger. A 48V cart requires a 48 volt golf cart charger. You can burn up your batteries if you do not charge with the proper voltage.

How many volts does a golf cart battery need?

An automatic golf cart battery charger needs a minimal amount of voltage in the golf cart battery to even start working. They need somewhere in the range of 20-35 volts in the batteries to allow the chargers to know that they are connected up to batteries and to kick on.

Why is my charger making a clicking noise?

If the charger makes a loud clicking noise, this is likely a battery charger issue.

How to keep a charger from getting hot?

But here are a few general tips to keep the charger from overheating: Make sure that your battery cable connections are correct, clean and tight.

What happens if the battery light comes on?

Sometimes the battery light will come on when you start your car, but then the light will quickly flick off. If this is the case, pay it no mind. Second, the battery light is probably one of the most misunderstood lights in ...

Why does my car keep coming on when the battery light comes on?

The full answer is, “Probably not for too long.”. The car’s battery light coming on generally means that there is something preventing your car’s electric system from the battery charged and thus, the car is running on battery power only . Basically, if you see the battery light on in your car when it is running, ...

Why is my alternator light on?

The light is on because your alternator is not properly charging. Initially, in the olden days, this light was referred to as the generator light and often had the abbreviation “GEN” on the light itself. Several made the migration to “ALT” but eventually, this light became a little battery icon, or battery word, ...

What to do if battery light is on?

What Can I Do if The Battery Light is On? The smartest thing to do is to try and get your car home or to a mechanic’s garage as quickly as possible if you see the battery light go on. If you are not in a position where you can do this, the first thing is to ensure that you keep the engine running.

How to tell if your car has a bad electrical system?

Other signs of problems with your car’s electrical system may be windows that will not roll up or down if your car has power windows, or a radio that will not turn on . You may also experience problems with the headlights or climate control.

What happens if you turn off the engine?

If you turn off the engine, it’s likely that you will not be able to start the car again without a jump, and if you’re in an area where you don’t have easy access to mechanics, you probably won’t have easy access to a jump, either.

Can a car battery go bad when driving with the light on?

Understand that driving with the light on can cause issues with your battery in the long run, most notably the rapid discharging can cause your battery to also go bad, and not be able to be recharged.

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2 Answers

Paul, 2 red flashes, may mean battery voltage may be too low to take a charge. there could be connection problem (clean and tighten), defective charger. You can check voltage of each individual battery and if you you find a low one, try trickle charging that battery to bring it back with smaller auto charger with appropriate charge voltage.

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