Page 2
400 charge/discharge cycles to 80% depth of discharge (DOD). A typical starting, lighting and ignition (SLI) battery can do one or the other, but not both. It is either a sprinter or a long distance runner; ODYSSEY batteries will do both — provide short duration high amperage pulse or low rate long duration drains.
Page 3
INSTALLATION Your ODYSSEY is normally ready to install right out of the box! Measure the battery voltage; if it is 12.65 volts or greater, install; if less, then refer to the charging section. ANY OF THE FOLLOWING WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY: •...
Page 5
Figure 2 shows the relationship between open circuit voltage (OCV) and state of charge (SOC) for the ODYSSEY battery. (A) How do I know the state of charge (B) How long can the battery be stored? (SOC) of the battery? Refer to Figure 3 below. At 25°C (77ºF), these batteries can be stored for up to 13.0...
Page 6
ODYSSEY is shipped fully charged from the factory, but prior to installation, check the battery’s voltage to see if it is 12.65 volts or greater. If not, recharge it using the procedure below.
Page 7
2 years or more below 77°F. A 12V, 3 amp trickle charger can also be left connected to the battery if it is kept in storage for extended periods or if the battery is subject to parasitic loads during storage. Information on two such chargers we recommend, including where to buy them, can be found on our website at www.odysseyfactory.com/odycharg_c.htm.
Page 8
GENERAL PROVISIONS A. Seller has no obligation under the limited warranty set forth above in the event the battery is damaged or destroyed as a result of: Willful abuse or neglect or if the top decorative cover has been removed.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the battery and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers