Airstream Basecamp 2007 Owner's Manual page 80

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GLASS MATT (AGM) BATTERIES (Option)
In AGM sealed batteries, the acid is absorbed between the plates and immobilized
by a very fine fiberglass mat. No silica gel is necessary. This glass mat absorbs and
immobilizes the acid while still keeping the acid available to the plates. This allows a
fast reaction between acid and plate material.
Battery Maintenance is an important issue. The battery should be cleaned using a
baking soda and water mix; a couple of table spoons to a pint of water. Cable connec-
tion needs to be clean and tightened. regularly.
Battery Storage:
The following recommendations may be helpful if the battery is to be stored:
Fully charge the battery before putting it in storage. Store in a cool place if possible.
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When storing the battery in a vehicle or vessel, it is not necessary to leave it on charge.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. This will prevent inadvertent discharging of the
battery that may lead to a complete discharge.
Boost charge the battery every 90 days to ensure maximum battery life.
For answers to warranty questions, please contact Lifeline Inc. at (800) 527-3224.
Battery Removal:
1. Turn Battery Disconnect Switch to the off position.
2. Remove the galvanized battery cover by loosing the two angle bolts. The cover bolt
holes are slotted and it will slide out.
3. Disconnect the two inline fuses.
4. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery, negative (black) cable first. For
safety tape off the end of the positive (red) cable with electricians tape. This will pre-
vent damage to the converter and/or electrical system if some accidentally turns the
Battery Disconnect switch on.
5. Remove the battery box angle bolts and the angle iron holding the battery in place.
WARNING
: Always support the battery so it can not fall free. The bat-
tery is heavy and personal injury can result from the battery falling.
6. Slide the battery from its holder.
POWER CENTER (Converter, 12-Volt Distribution, 110-Volt Distribution)
Model WF-8935AN
Manufacturer:
World Friendship Company
Distributor:
CHENG USA Inc. Elkhart
28255 Charlotte Avenue, Building 2
Elkhart Indiana 46517
Phone: (574) 294-8997
Fax: (574) 294-8698
The converter/charging system is the interior low voltage electrical system that enables
you to use the interior lights, fans, pumps and 12-volt appliances whether operating
on self-contained battery power or 120-volt city power. The 12-volt light bulbs give off
the same light as regular household bulbs, so that when operating on self-contained
battery power, everything works normally except the 110-volt convenience outlets and
110-volt appliances. The converter system is designed to maintain constant output
voltages regardless of the variances that occur in city power systems.
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