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Battery
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Battery charging
DO NOT charge the battery
if it is suspected of being
frozen.
As the battery ages, it may not retain its charge as effectively
as when it was new. Cars that are used infrequently, or are
used excessively for short journey motoring, or operation in
cold climates, may need the battery to be charged regularly.
DO NOT attempt to charge
the battery if the battery
condition indicator is clear or
light yellow.
Always check the battery condition indicator before charging.
Batteries generate explosive gases, contain corrosive acid and
produce levels of electric current sufficient to cause serious
injury. While charging, always heed the following
precautions.
DO NOT charge the battery
if it is connected to the car
- this may seriously damage the
car’s electrical system.
•
Before charging, disconnect and remove the battery from
the car - charging the battery with the cables connected
may damage the car’s electrical system.
•
Make sure the battery charger leads are securely clamped
to the battery terminals BEFORE switching on the battery
charger. Do not move the leads once the charger is
switched on.
•
While charging, shield your eyes, or avoid leaning over the
battery.
•
Keep the area around the top of the battery well ventilated.
•
Do not allow naked lights near the battery (batteries
generate inflammable hydrogen during and after charging).
NOTE: The battery will take
longer to charge in a cold
environment.
•
The battery will be charged sufficiently once the battery
condition indicator shows GREEN. When charging is
finished, switch off the battery charger BEFORE
disconnecting the leads from the battery terminals.
After charging, leave the battery for one hour before
reconnection to the car - this will allow time for explosive
gases to disperse, thereby minimising the risk of fire or
explosion.