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BATTERIES Common Misconceptions About Batteries
1998/1999 PowerDrive Plus Vehicle Maintenance and Service Supplement Page 13-3
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In a “deep cycle” battery, the negative plates contain lead (Pb) and the positive plates contain lead dioxide (PbO
2
).
These plates are immersed in a sulfuric acid solution (H
2
SO
4
) (Figure 13-1, Page 13-2) .
During discharge, the chemical reaction inside the battery causes the sulfate (SO
4
) to break away from the H
2
(Fig-
ure 13-2, Page 13-2) .
The sulfate (SO
4
) combines with the lead (Pb) on both plates, forming lead sulfate (PbSO
4
). The oxygen (O
2
) from the
positive plates combines with hydrogen (H) from the electrolyte to form water (H
2
O) (Figure 13-3, Page 13-2) .
The result is two similar metals, lead sulfate (PbSO
4
) immersed in water (H
2
O). This will not generate electricity since
the battery is completely discharged.
When a discharged battery is connected to a charger, the process is reversed. The sulfate (SO
4
) is forced from the
plates back into the electrolyte to make sulfuric acid (H
2
SO
4
). The oxygen returns to the positive plate to make lead
dioxide (PbO
2
) (Figure 13-4, Page 13-2) .
The result is a charged battery that is again capable of generating electricity (Figure 13-1, Page 13-2) .
COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES
The chart below describes some of the more common misconceptions that are associated with the PowerDrive Plus
vehicle batteries and battery care.
PROBLEM MISCONCEPTION AND REALITY
1. Deep Discharge Misconception- “This vehicle is running slowly, but we can run it until it stops.”
Reality- This statement is wrong. Avoid deep discharge of batteries whenever possible.
See Battery Charging, Page 13-6.
2. Early Excessive
Discharging Misconception- “These are new batteries. They can run all day.”
Reality- This statement is wrong also. New batteries do not reach their full capacity until they have been
used and recharged 20 to 50 times.
3. Mineral Content Misconception- “Tap water will do for our batteries.”
Reality- Your tap water might be OK, but have it checked first.
See Battery Care, Page 13-5
4. Self-Discharge Misconception- “Dirt and corrosion on the battery won’t hurt anything.”
Reality- Wrong again. Dirt and corrosion might provide a path for current to flow and allow the batteries
to self-discharge.
See Battery Care, Page 13-5.
5. Overwatering Misconception- “Batteries can be filled to the level indicator at night, so it won’t have to be done in the
morning”.
Reality- Under most circumstances, water should be added after charging.
See Battery Care, Page 13-5.
6. Underwatering Misconception- “Checking the water takes too much time; it can be checked once a month.”
Reality-
Insufficient watering can ruin batteries. Water level should be checked weekly.
See Battery Care, Page 13-5.
7. Vibration Damage Misconception- “You should tighten battery hold-downs as tight as you can”.
Reality- Battery hold-downs should be tightened to specification. Hold-downs that are too tight or too
loose can cause battery damage.
See Battery Care,Page 13-5.