Battery Orientation
You may think that because Lithium doesn’t contain any fluid, it can be mounted in any orientation. This
is technically true, however in motive applications (or anything that is moving or vibrating) we always
recommend installing the battery in the upright position (terminals to the top). The reason for this lies in
the construction of the internal chassis and mounting systems of the individual Lithium cells. In the upright
position you are afforded the best protection from vibration and minor impacts and bumps. That doesn’t
mean mounted to a chassis rail while you smash your way up the Gunbarrel Highway either.
9.
Storage
Whilst your OzCharge
®
Lithium battery has one of the world’s lowest self-discharge rates of less than
3% per month, the battery will self-discharge over time. Therefore, it is important for the life of your
battery to keep the battery charge maintained. Every 3-6 months we recommend that you connect
your dedicated Lithium battery charger and top up the batteries charge to FULL again.
Due to the low self-discharge (unlike traditional lead acid batteries) Lithium does not require a constant
maintenance pulse. So once fully charged, turn your charger off and help us all do our part to reduce
the power required to run the world.
When storing the battery, ensure you:
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Refit the caps terminal caps that came with the battery OR tape battery terminals on
batteries that are in storage or being taken to recycling.
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Never lift the battery by the terminals.
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Always store in a cool dry place (so don’t stack it against the tin shed wall).
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Try to avoid storing in higher than 85% humidity for extended periods.
