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3.6 STORAGE OF BATTERIES
• Charge battery before placing in storage.
• Store in a cool, dry location, protected from elements that can damage batteries.
• Disconnect from equipment to eliminate potential electric loads that may dis-
charge the battery.
• Batteries gradually self-discharge during storage. Monitor the specific gravity or
voltage every 4-6 weeks. Stored batteries should be given a boost charge when
they are at 70% state of charge (SOC) or less.
• When batteries are taken out of storage, recharge before use.
3.6.1 Storage in hot environments (greater than 90°F (32°C))
Avoid direct exposure to heat sources, if possible, during storage. Batteries self-
discharge faster in high temperatures. If batteries are stored during hot, summer
months, monitor the specific gravity or voltage more frequently (approximately every
2-4 weeks).
3.6.2 Storage in cold environments (less than 32°F (0°C))
Avoid locations where freezing temperatures are expected during storage if possible.
Batteries can freeze in cold temperatures if they are not fully charged. If batteries
are stored during cold periods, it is critical that they are kept fully charged. Never
charge a frozen battery.
3.6.3 Water supplies
Water supplies must be drained and stored in an empty state if they will be exposed
to freezing temperatures. Failure to do so can cause permanent damage to the wa-
tering supply.
3.6.4 Watering system
If the vehicle is taken out of service or put into storage for a period of 6 weeks or
longer, the HydroLink™ Watering System will require seasonal maintenance. No special
steps need to be taken for winterization of a HydroLink™ Watering System that is
installed on the batteries; however, the following steps need to be followed when
bringing the vehicle back into service:
1. After the batteries have been fully charged/equalized, check the HydroLink™ water