Trojan Battery Lithium-Ion FAQ Guide Rev 06/20/2022
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STORAGE & SHIPPING (CONT.)
Do Lithium-Ion batteries
require special storage?
Storage requirements for the Trojan GC2 48V Lithium-Ion Battery are the same as
other battery types. They should be stored in a clean, cool and dry environment and
protected from direct sunlight.
For batteries being stored in a warehouse, it is recommended that they be left in the
original packaging for protection and so they can be shipped easily.
The Trojan GC2 48V Lithium-Ion Battery can be stored alongside lead-acid batteries.
However, it is recommended that they be clearly labeled as Lithium-Ion to prevent
mis-identification.
Follow storage and maintenance according to the GC2 48V Lithium-Ion User's Guide
and warranty."
How long can I store the battery?
The Trojan GC2 48V Lithium-Ion Battery is designed to be stored for up to six months
when placed into storage mode at a state of charge above 25%.
Temperatures exceeding 77ºF (25ºC) or below 32ºF (0ºC) can reduce the available
storage time.
I hear that lithium batteries self-
discharge. Is there a concern
when storing the batteries in
my golf car for long period of time?
A BMS integrated into a battery pack does draw a small amount of current from the
batteries to continue running. The Trojan GC2 48V Lithium-Ion Battery features a
sleep/storage mode which reduces this draw by 5x.
This allows the GC2 48V to be stored for up to six months as long as it is placed into
storage mode with more than 25% state of charge.
If the battery is not put into storage mode, it will automatically enter storage mode
after 30 days of inactivity.
How do I turn off the battery?
Press and hold the button on the top of the battery. If it is already in storage mode,
the LEDs will illuminate one at a time until they are all illuminated. Continue to hold
the button for 2 more seconds and then release. Wait 10 seconds and confirm the
battery has powered on by pressing the button for one second to show a Red or
Green LED indicating the battery status and a combination blue LEDs indicating the
state of charge.
If the battery is powered on, the LEDs will all illuminate and then turn off one by one.
Continue to hold the button for an additional two seconds and then release. Wait 10
seconds and press the power button briefly, only a blue LED will flash to indicate that
the battery is in storage mode. "
