Batteries Central Gas Venting, Checking

Batteries Central Gas Venting, Checking

CAUTION!
• Ensure venting system hose is always attached to battery.

• On batteries with central gas venting hose/pipe, ensure that hose does not become disconnected. Only then is the battery able to vent freely.

• The latest generation of batteries is equipped with a central gas venting system and a fine-mesh "flame trap". Function: The gases produced during charging escape through a central opening in the top of the battery cover. The fine-mesh flame trap which prevents ignition of the flammable gas in the battery is also located here. The flame trap comprises a small round fiberglass mat approx. 15 mm in diameter and 2 mm thick. It operates in a manner similar to a valve, i.e. it allows the gas produced in the battery by gassing to escape.