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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Battery
Battery Charging (Sealed Battery)
For a refresh charge, follow all instructions carefully.
1. Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter or multimeter. A fully
charged battery will register 12.8 V or higher.
2. If the voltage is less than 12.8 volts, recharge the battery.
NOTE:
When using an automatic charger, refer to the charger
manufacturer’s instructions for recharging. When using a constant
current charger, use the following guidelines for recharging.
NOTE:
Always verify battery condition before and 1-2 hours after the
end of charging.
State of
Charge
Voltage
Action
Charge Time*
(Using constant current
charger @ standard amps
specified on top of battery)
100%
12.8-13.0 volts
None, check at
3 mos. from date of
manufacture
None required
75%-100%
12.5-12.8 volts
May need slight
charge, if no
charge given,
check in 3 months
3-6 hours
50%-75%
12.0-12.5 volts
Needs Charge
5-11 hours
25%-50%
11.5-12.0 volts
Needs Charge
At least 13 hours,
verify state of charge
0%-25%
11.5 volts or less
Needs Charge
At least 20 hours
An overheated battery could explode, causing severe injury or
death. Always watch charging times carefully. Stop charging if
the battery becomes very warm to the touch. Allow it to cool
before resuming charging.
WARNING
