Preparation For Cleaning Batteries; Clothing; Tools; Equipment - Xantrex Truecharge 20+ Amp Owner's Manual

Preparation for Cleaning Batteries

Clothing

Tools

Equipment

Supplies

The appropriate clothing, tools, equipment, and supplies are listed below.
Gather what you need before beginning.
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.
Adjustable wrench or appropriately sized sockets and ratchet for
battery terminals
Torque wrench
Soft-bristled brush (a discarded toothbrush works fine)
6 inch scrub brush
Inexpensive ½ inch chip brush or soldering brush
Eye protection
Rubber gloves
Water hose with spray nozzle or five gallon watering bucket
Empty spray bottle
Baking soda. (Always keep on hand in the event of a spill.)
Hand cleaner or soap
Towel
After reattaching cables: anti-corrosion grease (available at auto, RV,
and marine stores)
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