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Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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charging cycle will expel electro-
lyte and result in component
damage.
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Vent Cap
Gas Vent
Vent
Expansion
Space
Plates
1/2”
(13 mm)
1/4” to 3/8”
(6 mm to 10 mm)
Electrolyte level should be at least 1/2” (13 mm)
above plates and 1/4” to 3/8” (6 to 10 mm) below vent.
Valve consistently fills
to a predetermined
level
Electrolyte Level
Pure Water
Watering device similar to the type included
in the Battery Maintenance Kit
Single Battery Cell
