MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Form 169552 / 169554 / 169555
151
Revision A
7.10.1.1 Maintenance
CAUTION
Do not attempt to service battery unless you
have the proper equipment and experience
to perform the job. Have it done by a
qualified Dealer.
a. Check battery charge once a year, and more
often if operating in cold weather. Hydrometer
readings should be 1.260 - 1.300. Readings
below 1.250 indicate charging is required. See
Section 7.10.1.2 Charging. Add electrolyte if
necessary. See Section 7.10.1.4 Adding
Electrolyte.
b. Keep batteries clean by wiping with a damp
cloth.
c. Keep all connections clean and tight. Remove
any corrosion, and wash terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. A light
coating of grease on terminals (after cables are
attached) will reduce corrosion.
d. To prolong battery life, store batteries fully
charged, and at +20
°
to +80
°
F (-7
°
to +26
°
C).
Check voltage after storage, and recharge as
needed, according to battery and charger
manufacturer recommendations.
e. Do not stack storage batteries on top of each
other.