BatteryMINDer
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Aviation-Adjusted Models 24041-AA-S2, S3 & S5
Rev. B-062613
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P/N VDC24041-AA-Sx-MNL
Always follow battery manufacturer’s strict instructions for
proper care, charging and testing of battery. Always use their
FAA Approved “Instructions for Continued Airworthiness” (ICA).
Questions relating to the subject should be referred directly to
the battery manufacturer to be certain of current requirements
that may have been added to or changed since publication of their
instructions.
NEVER CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY OR ONE AT A TEMPERATURE
ABOVE 123° F.
PREPARING TO CHARGE
A.
Always remove ground wire first.
B.
Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being
charged. Force gas vapors away by using a fan.
C.
Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from contacting
eyes.
D.
Study all battery manufacturer’s specific instructions such as
recommended charge rates.
E.
Determine condition of battery, by referring to instructions herein,
before ever attempting to charge or desulfate any / all batteries.
F.
Make sure unit is as far away from battery as output cables permit.
G.
Never place unit directly above battery being charged; gases from
battery will corrode and damage unit.
H.
Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific
gravity or filling.
I.
Do not operate unit in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any
way.
J.
Do not set battery on top of unit.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
Note: Steps to be done in a well ventilated area away from aircraft.
A.
Connect and disconnect DC output clips from battery only after
removing unit power cord from outlet.
B.
Attach clips to battery posts and twist or rock back and forth several
times to make good contact. This tends to keep clips from slipping
off terminals and reduces risk of sparking.
UNIT LOCATION
A spark near the battery may cause battery explosion. To reduce
risk of a spark near battery:
A.
Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) usually has a
larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
