Lotus 2-Eleven 2007, Service Notes

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Lotus Service Notes 2-Eleven
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to be ‘jump’ started, the subsequent conditions of vehicle use may not allow for sufficient alternator charging
of the battery to achieve a fully charged state. The battery should be trickle charged by external means until
12.8 volts is recorded.
The battery manufacturer recommends an Odyssey EPS 8A charger, which would require around 2½
hours to re-charge a fully discharged battery. Note that a trickle charger will not be capable of re-charging a
fully discharged Odyssey battery. Putting the battery into service at a less than fully charged state will reduce
the time period for which the car can be parked without subsequent starting difficulties. A battery left in a fully
discharged state for a prolonged period, may not be recoverable to its original condition. Allow several hours
after disconnecting a charger before measuring the battery voltage.
WARNING:
• Hydrogen gas generated by the battery could cause an explosion, resulting in severe personal
injuries.
• Charge battery in a well ventilated area.
• Never charge a frozen battery. It may explode because of gas trapped in the ice. Allow a frozen
battery to thaw out first.
• If you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with cold
water for several minutes and call a doctor.
Auxiliary Power Socket
An auxiliary power socket is fitted in the right hand side of the battery cover. The socket is operative at
all times, and is provided with a protective hinged flap.
The format of the socket allows a standard cigarette lighter element to be used, or other electrical acces-
sories requiring this type of fitting. Maximum current draw should not exceed 15 amps.