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WSU: Battery temperature probe
The WSU is equipped with a temperature probe that can be attached to one of the battery posts using
charging characteristics or even disable charging in extreme conditions.
The posts in lead acid batteries continue deep inside the battery. Therefore, the temperature of the post
is a good indicator of the battery temperature. If the temperature probe is attached to a battery post,
the charger system can use the battery temperature to adjust several charging parameters. Care must
temperature and therefore not charging optimally.
the charge to follow the battery manufacturer's recommendations and thereby maximise the life of the
battery.
Use of the temperature probe is recommended but not required. If the probe is not being used it should
be placed in a location that best represents the battery ambient temperature i.e. in close vicinity to the
battery. Avoid placing the sensor close to the WSB.
