Battery Test & Charging Procedures

FILLER CAP BATTERY:

When using an Ac Delco filler cap battery start with a visual inspection. If there are any physical damage present replace the battery. If there are no apparent damage to the battery then proceed to check on its electrolyte levels.

Physical damages to look out for:

• Cracked or broken
• Severe corrosion
• Cracked or Broken container

Fluid should be above top of plates in all cells. But make sure no spark or open flame is near while the caps are off. If this is so then proceed to Specific gravity check.

If the fluid levels are below the plates then add water, replace vent caps, and charge the battery for 15 min. at 15-25 amps to mix electrolyte. and then proceed to Specific gravity check.

SPECIFIC GRAVITY CHECK:

Hydrometer reading of all cells should be at least 1.224 and show less than 0.050 between high and low, at electrolyte temperature of 80*F

if there is more then a 0.050 difference replace the battery. Less then that, and some batteries may read less then 1.225: recharge battery. Replace vent caps, use rate less then 50 amps, until cells measure proper specific gravity. If charging does not adjust the specific gravity to the proper level replace the battery.

MAINTENANCE FREE:

As with the Filler cap battery when dealing with a Maintenance free battery it is important to start with a visual inspection. If there is any physical damage present it is a sure indicator that the battery should be replaced.

damage to look for:

• cracked or broken cover
• hydrometer
• cracked or broken container
• check terminal area for loose or broken parts.

Checking the hydrometer marine battery

The indicator is temperater-compensated hydrometer. In normal operation, one of two indication appears:

• Green dot visable- battey is ready for load test. DO NOT CHARGE

Replace the battery if the dot apears to be clear, or light yellow and if a cranking complaint exists that is caused by the battery.

Dark no dot visible- recharge until green dot shows. shake or tilt battery to obtain green dot. A battery that has set in a completly discharged condition or is extremly cold may not accept current for serveral hours after starting the charger.

ELECTRICAL LOAD TEST:

Once all the visual inspections, gravity check or hydrometer checking takes place doing a load test is important, as checking voltage only shows part of the situation. Testing the load should be preformed to access the entire situation accuratly. Most common way to conduct a load test is with a carbon pile load tester. Batteries can be tested inside or outside of the vehicle.

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AGM Batteries

AGM Batteries
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Guest Chargers

Guest Chargers-

Guest Small, Portable Chargers - A complete line of battery chargers and battery maintainers for 12- or 24-volt battery systems. Rugged design and construction for harsh-environment usage.

• Waterproof, fully potted (except model 2601)
• Electronic switching technology
• Made for outdoor, harsh-environment use
• Short-circuit protected
• Reverse-polarity protected
• Overload protected
• Complete with AC and DC cables with connectors
• Use with flooded batteries, AGM batteries, and Gel Cell batteries

Guest Single-Battery On-board chargers - Single output for 12-volt systems, from 1.25 to 30 amp applications. Guest chargers are epoxy-potted and are the ultimate in durability. They are completely waterproof, shockproof, and are able to withstand numerous caustic chemicals and gases.

• Waterproof, fully potted
• Electronic switching technology
• Made for outdoor, harsh-environment use
• Short-circuit protected
• Reverse-polarity protected
• Overload protected
• Complete with AC and DC cables with connectors
• Use with flooded batteries, AGM batteries, and Gel Gell batteries.

Guest Dual-Battery On-Board Chargers have single or double outputs. Each output is an independent charging system, insuring individual attention to each battery. Pre-wired or hard-wired chargers, to easily incorporate into your product.

• Waterproof, fully potted
• Electronic switching technology
• Made for outdoor, harsh-environment use
• Short-circuit protected
• Reverse-polarity protected
• Overload protected
• Complete with AC and DC cables with connectors
• Use with flooded batteries, AGM batteries, and GEL Cell Batteries.
• Independent outputs

Guest Mobility Chargers are tough, fully automatic chargers that meet ANSI-RESNA specifications to provide fast, quiet power for recharging power chairs and mobility scooters. Portable chargers feature a sleek design and a small footprint for home or institutional use. An inhibit circuit effectively disables the mobility device while charging. On-board charger models have either low or high inhibit circuitry to meet specific OEM requirements.

• Resists corrosion
• Electronics are completely potted in epoxy for protection in hostile environments
• Quiet operation, without the buzz of transformer-based chargers
• Built-in electronic overload and thermal protection
• Short-circuit protected
• Reverse-polarity protected
• Meets FCC Class B requirements for radiated and conducted emissions
• Complete with AC & DC cables with connectors
• Portable models have standard 3-pin DC XLR connector to fit most mobility devices and IEC connector with power cord
• Use with flooded batteries, AGM batteries, or Gel Cell batteries

Sonnenschein Batteries

Sonnenschein Batteries
Whenever a continuous energy supply is requested, Sonnenschein batteries can offer their proven performance. When the life and health of human beings depends on electrically powered equipment, these superior batteries with the internationally successful dryfit technology have distinct advantages.

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Yuasa Batteries

Motocross Batteries by Yuasa Batteries, Inc.

Motocross batteries are manufactured by Yuasa Batteries, Inc. The Motocross battery line by Yuasa is marketed to battery distributors throughout North America. The brand is offered at a discounted price and BATTERYSALES.COM can pass along the savings to consumers, battery retailers, battery wholesalers, and battery exporters.

Yuasa Battery, Inc. has been manufacturing motorcycle batteries in the U.S.A. to uncompromisingly high standards since 2000. Yuasa Batteries is the largest American manufacturer and the largest distributor of motorcycle batteries, snowmobile batteries, scooter batteries, all-terrain vehicle batteries and personal watercraft batteries.

In addition to Yuasa Batteries vast battery replacement business, Yuasa batteries is the preferred original equipment supplier to many of these same markets. By producing batteries that generate more power, last longer, and require minimum maintenance, Yuasa Battery has achieved a leadership position in small engine starting batteries. Continuous research and development, along with unvarying standards of manufacturing quality, will help maintain Yuasa Batteries position as market leader around the world.

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Rolls Battery Engineering

Rolls Battery Engineering is one of North America's leading lead-acid battery manufacturers. Established in 1935, with a production facility in Salem, Massachusetts, Rolls Battery relocated to Canada in 1959 and is the Nation’s only remaining independent battery manufacturer. Modern ISO 9001 registered production facilities are located in Springhill, Nova Scotia with a distribution network throughout North America.

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Dynasty UPS Batteries

Dynasty Batteries

C&D Technologies Standby Power Division's Dynasty Batteries have been engineered specifically for UPS applications, delivering maximum life while complying with rigorous industry standards. That is why Dynasty batteries are the choice of many OEM UPS manufacturers.

In critical standby power applications, maximum battery life is essential. Dynasty Batteries have been specifically designed for maximum life to comply with rigorous industry standards. This is achieved by Dynasty UPS batteries by utilizing computer modeling, proper component materials selection and overall design criteria, as well as state-of-the-art automated manufacturing techniques. This has been validated through extensive life-cycle battery testing as well as years of in-service life in UPS applications.

Dynasty UPS battery product features:

• Flame-arresting one-way pressure-relief vent for safety and long life
  
• Thermally welded case-to-cover bond to eliminate leakage
  
• Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology for efficient gas recombination of up to 99% and freedom from electrolyte maintenance
  
• Computer-generated grid design optimized for high power density


• UL-recognized component


• Multicell design for economy of installation and maintenance


• Not restricted for air transport - Complies with IATA/CAO Special Provision A67; not restricted for surface transport - Classified as non-hazardous material as related to DOT-CFR Title 49 parts 171-189
  
• Computer designed lead, low calcium alloy grid for minimal gassing and ease of recycling


• Case and cover available in both standard and flame retardant polypropylene
  
• Flame-retardant polypropylene case and cover compliant with UL1778 (optional)


• Can be used in any orientation. Upright, side or end mounting recommended

Dynasty UPS battery Product Line:

• UPS6-620 Battery
• UPS12-100 Battery
• UPS12-140 Battery
• UPS12-170 Battery
• UPS12-200 Battery
• UPS12-270 Battery
• UPS12-310 Battery
• UPS12-370 Battery
• UPS12-475 Battery
• UPS12-530 Battery

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