Battery service includes the following general work procedures.
| - | Check electrolyte level; correct if necessary. |
| - | Check tightness of battery terminals and cable/post cleanliness. |
| - | Battery cleanliness. Thoroughly clean all electrolyte traces from between cells and terminals. |
| - | Check battery voltage (or hydrometer test). |
| - | Check current draw. |
| - | Load test (starting capability). |
| - | Recharging. |
Battery Service on vehicles in storage:
Check battery voltage or electrolyte density when receiving the vehicle and if necessary charge battery to be certain about its condition. While the vehicle is in storage , the battery must be serviced regularly.
Service Steps
During servicing, battery voltage or electrolyte density must be checked. At the same time, the approximate battery temperature must be noted.
This is important because temperature influences battery voltage and electrolyte density which will influence measured values. The measured value must be temperature compensated.
Comparing measured values recorded on a log sheet makes it easier to judge the battery.
Battery voltage service/ If battery is... Recharging intervals
Connected 1 month
Disconnected or removed 3 months
In storage 7 days