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Battery, Charging

Battery, charging





It is important that the battery voltage is normal (approximately 12 V) when testing the car system components. If necessary a battery charger can be connected during the test. Connect the battery charger to the battery terminals. Charge the battery for approximately 10 hours at the recommended current -maximum 6 A.
Example: If the battery is marked 520 A, the recommended charge current is 0.01x520 = 5.2 A.
A higher than recommended charge current may damage the battery.

Note: Boost charging (with a high current or voltage above 16 V) will damage the battery and is prohibited.

Warning: Explosive oxyhydrogen accumulates when the battery charges. Smoking, welding, grinding or other activities involving sparks or naked flames are prohibited in the vicinity of a charging battery. Only charge the battery in a well ventilated area.