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LEAD ACID CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
LEAD ACID CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
ACTIVATION
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related
accessories can expose you to chemicals including
lead, which is known to the State of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric
acid. Serious burns can result from contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Antidote:
•
External:
Flush with water.
•
Internal:
Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
•
Eyes:
Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate
when charging or using in an enclosed space. Always
shield eyes when working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
WARNING
The gases given off by a battery are explosive. Any
spark or open flame near a battery can cause an
explosion which will spray battery acid on anyone close
to it. Should there be contact with battery acid, wash the
affected area with large quantities of cool water and
seek immediate medical attention.
IMPORTANT
Do not activate the battery unless it will be put into
regular service within 30 days. After initial service, add
only distilled water to the battery. Never add electrolyte
after a battery has been in service.
Battery must be fully charged before use or battery life
will be significantly reduced 10-30% of the battery's full
potential.
To activate a Lead Acid Conventional battery, do the
following:
1.
Remove sealing cap from the vent elbow. Remove
cap plugs.
WARNING
NEVER put the sealing cap back onto the battery. The
gas pressure can cause the battery to rupture.
2.
Using bulk acid, fill battery to upper level marks on
case.
3.
Set battery aside to allow for acid absorption and
stabilization for 30 minutes.
4.
Add electrolyte to bring level back to upper level
mark on case.
IMPORTANT
This is the last time that electrolyte should be added. If
the level becomes low after this point, add only distilled
water.
5.
Charge battery at 10% of its amp-hour rating.
Examples: 10% of 9 amp battery = .9 amp; 10% of
14 amp battery = 1.4 amp; 10% of 18 amp battery =
1.8 amp (recommended charging rates).
6.
Check specific gravity of each cell with a hydrometer
to assure each has a reading of 1.270 or higher.
7.
Once the battery is fully charged, replace cap plugs
by hand. Do NOT use a tool to install the cap plugs.
LEAD ACID CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
INSPECTION
Inspect the battery fluid level. When the battery fluid
nears the lower level, remove the battery and fill with
distilled water only
to the upper level line.
