Monthly Battery Maintenance; Preparation; Clothing - Xantrex PROSINE 2.0 User Manual

Monthly Battery Maintenance

At a minimum, check the level of the electrolyte in each battery cell once a
month (for non-sealed batteries). It should be above the top of the plates, but
not completely full. Most batteries have a plastic cup that just touches the
electrolyte when the cell is full. Don't overfill the batteries, or the electrolyte
will spill out when the batteries are being charged. Refill the batteries with
distilled water only—"spring" water and regular tap water may have high
mineral levels. These can poison the battery chemistry and reduce battery life.
It is also good to periodically check the battery connections for tightness and
corrosion. If you find any corrosion, disconnect power from the PROsine,
disconnect the cables, and carefully clean them with a mild solution of baking
soda and water. Ensure that all caps are on tight so solution doesn't enter the
battery. Rinse the top of the battery with clean water when you have finished.
To reduce the amount of corrosion on the battery terminals, coat them with
anti-corrosion grease or liquid neoprene (liquid electrical tape) after re-
assembly. This is available from automotive parts stores or battery suppliers.
Do not apply anything between the terminal and the cable lugs. The
connection should be metal to metal. Apply the protective material only after
the bolts have been tightened.
Dirty batteries can leak current and tend to run warmer. Cleaning batteries
when necessary is easy and safe when you follow the instructions below.

Preparation

The appropriate clothing, tools, equipment, and supplies are listed below.
Gather what you need before beginning.

Clothing

Appropriate clothing could include old clothes, rubber boots, or old shoes.
Battery acid is highly corrosive, so wear something you can live without just
in case you splash some on yourself. Be sure to wear rubber gloves and eye
protection.
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WARNING
Wear appropriate eye protection and rubber gloves when carrying out
maintenance activities.
WARNING
Use caution when working with metal tools around batteries. Do not
allow any metal object to contact both battery terminals at the same time.
Battery explosion or failure can occur.
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