Exide Technologies GB4103 - 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 Industrial Power
representative if you are not sure of your water quality.
10. SERVICE AND PARTS
Your local GNB Industrial Power sales representative
has more information regarding the full range of
maintenance and repair service available. GNB
Industrial Power 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 Industrial Power 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 Industrial
Power offers disposal service for lead acid batteries.
Call 1-888-438-5865 to arrange a pick-up or to get
additional information.
• WATER ADDITIONS… GNB Fusion 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 confirm that the Power
Trac unit LED is illuminated.
• 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.
• 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 Industrial
Power 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.