Battery Mistakes to AVOID

Do not over discharge your batteries

Do NOT opportunities charge any battery, each battery was mean to run on 8 hour shift. If you put it on charge periodically throughout the day it will significantly decrease the life of the battery

Do NOT change batteries unnecessarily

Do NOT lift batteries with chains use a spreader bar instead, and be aware of pinch points.

Do NOT damage connectors by dropping them on the floor.

Do NOT ignore problems, eliminate them with proper action.

Do NOT guess about batteries and chargers. Seek professionals and ask questions to be safe and productive.

Basic Charger Maintenance Procedures

Keep charging equipment in good repair. Clean occasionally by blowing out with compressed air.

Basic Charger Maintenance Procedures

Read all instructions on proper charger settings

Do NOT attempt to change any of the charger adjustments

Allow battery to charge fully before using.

Use a hydrometer to check the state of the charge.

Do NOT disconnect the battery before turning the charger OFF

Allow battery to cool down before using it after charging.

Give cold batteries extra time to charge.

Keep a charging record in order to establish a proper routine.
Maintenance and FAQ's

Diagnose your battery problems
Poor Battery Performance = Reduced Productivity = Lost Revenues

  Odor (Sulfur Smell) – The odor is caused by the release of Hydrogen      Dioxide and is most likely the symptom of a bad cell
  Steaming or smoking cells – Another indication of a bad cell or cells.      Could possibly lead to and internal short or even explosion.
  Hot Cables – If the battery cables are hot during charging it is      probably and indicator of a bad connector, contact or a bad cable.
  Decreased run time – More than likely this is a symptom of      overwatering the battery.
  Corroded or Crusty battery – This is Sulfuric acid build up usually      on the top of the battery, the acid is corrosive and will cause harm      to human skin. It is contaminated waste and should only be removed      by professionals and properly disposed of. We recommend quarterly      maintenance to deter corrosion and keep batteries running properly.
Proper Battery Watering Procedures
  Use only approved water; distilled water; de mineralized water; or      local water which have been filtered and approved for battery use.
  NEVER add acid or any foreign materiel to the battery. The use of      such additives will void your manufacturer’s warranty.
  Have your water tested by a laboratory if you have any doubt about      its suitability for battery use. You can also install a water de-ionizing      unit.
     
  A watering gun is and accurate and convenient tool to aid in      watering as it fills to a pre selected level and automatically shuts off.      This will prevent over watering.
  Water should be added to the battery when the end of the charging      cycle is near. By watering at this time it is certain that overflowing or      flooding will almost never occur.
  The need to add water varies from weekly to bi-weekly depending on      battery usage, battery temperature and design.

     

Important facts to remember:
  Water while battery is near the end of the charge cycle
  Do not add water until actual visual inspection shows top of plates      are visible
  Once a repetitive routine is established, water your battery at that      interval to maintain a strong productive battery.
  Keep a log to track and maintain your watering routines.
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