Replenish Water Levels; Clean Battery Cables And Posts; Torque Battery Connections - Xantrex7 UX - REV A Owner's Manual

Appendix B - Batteries
Battery Care and Maintenance (continued)

Replenish Water Levels

Clean Battery Cables and Posts

WARNING: BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN
THE BATTERY POSTS, TURN
OFF THE DC CIRCUIT
BREAKER. USE ONLY
INSULATED TOOLS AND
REMOVE ALL JEWELRY.
CAUTION: Never let a baking
soda solution get into the
battery as it will neutralize the
acid resulting in permanent
damage .

Torque Battery Connections

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Liquid lead acid batteries require periodic water refills in each battery cell. Only
use distilled water in a battery, as tap or mineral water may contain
contaminants which will upset the battery chemistry and may damage the
battery.
When filling the battery, clean the surface first to prevent dirt from entering the
cell. Fill the cell to just above the plates or to the bottom of the internal collar
inside the battery. Never fill the cells to the top or acid will leak out during
charging.
Check the water level in the batteries frequently when performing an equalize
charge and add water if necessary. Always follow the safety steps covered in the
front of the manual, page iv.
Battery posts must be clean to reduce the resistance between the battery post
and cable connection. A buildup of dirt or oxidation may eventually lead to the
cable terminal overheating during periods of high current draw.
Use a stiff wire brush and remove all dirt and corrosion from the battery
terminals and cables. Use an alkaline solution of baking soda and water to clean
the terminals and neutralize any battery acid on the terminals or cable lugs.
After the terminals are clean, reassemble the cable to the battery terminal and
torque the connections to the battery manufacturer's recommendations.
Coat the battery terminals with an antioxidant compound.
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