Exide Technologies GB4145 - Manual (Page 3)

9. water aDDitions
Maintain electrolyte levels above the bottom of the
perforated, plastic element protector, but no higher
than 1/8" from the bottom of the cell cover vent well.
Check the electrolyte level weekly, or as necessary
depending on battery use prior to charging. If the level
is not visible (below the element protector) add just
enough water to cover it and then proceed with
charging the battery. Otherwise, defer watering the
battery until the end of the charging period when the
battery is fully charged and the charger has tapered to
its finish rate. At that time, add enough water to bring
the electrolyte level to between 1.2-2.2” of the top of
the cover. Always use distilled water or water that is
known to be free of abnormally high amounts of
impurities. Contact your local GNB representative if
you are not sure of your water quality.
10. serVice anD parts
Your local GNB sales representative has more
information regarding the full range of maintenance
and repair service available. GNB can also supply all
of your battery, charger, and accessory device
replacement part needs. For more information in the
U.S.A. and Canada, call 1-888-563-6300. All others,
please contact your local GNB battery sales
representative.
11. recyclinG
U.S. Federal and State Regulations require that lead
acid batteries be handled and disposed of in
compliance with strict guidelines. GNB offers disposal
service for lead acid batteries. Call 1-888-438-5865 to
arrange a pick-up or to get additional information.
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water aDDitions… GNB-approved fast
chargers have the capability for equalize charging
at specific times and days of the week (eg.
Sunday 08:00). Water additions can be made the
following day prior to use, provided an equalization
charge is confirmed to have been performed.
•
equalize… Once a week.
•
Depth oF DischarGe… Do not discharge
the battery below 80% of the rated capacity.
Over discharging shortens the battery life and
voids the warranty.
•
cleaninG… Keep the top of the battery clean
and dry. See Item 8.
•
preVentiVe maintenance scheDule…
weekly
• Check electrolyte levels (see water additions).
• Equalize charge.
monthly
• Record electrolyte specific gravities.
• Visual inspection and confirmation that the
battery-mounted monitor is functioning properly.
• Inspect the cables and charging plugs.
• Clean the top of the cells.
semi-annual
• Inspect the charger. Confirm proper output
voltage and current. Check for external damage,
frayed cables, or worn connectors.
• Clean the exterior of the battery.
trouBle siGns
• Battery temperature averages more than
125˚F (52˚C).
• Open circuit cell voltages vary by 0.15 volts or
more and specific gravity varies by 0.020
or more during equalizing.
• The top of the battery is always wet or one cell
requires excessive water.
8. maintenance cleaninG
The top of the battery should be kept clean and dry. Keep
the vent caps in place during use and charging. Remove
them only to observe electrolyte levels, make water
additions, take temperatures, or take specific gravity
readings with a hydrometer. If the battery requires
cleaning, contact your local GNB servicing representative.
The solution used to clean and neutralize the outside of
the batteries should be disposed of in an environmentally
safe manner.
Batteries must Be Visually inspecteD
per the aBoVe scheDule eVen with the
use oF a waterinG system.
VENT WELL
HIGH
COVER WATERING
LEVEL
1.2”
2.2”
ELEMENT
PROTECTOR
LOW
JAR WATERING
LEVEL