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Storage in Hot Environments (greater than 90°F or 32°C)
4.1.
Avoid direct exposure to heat sources, if possible, during storage. Batteries self-
discharge faster in high temperatures. If batteries are stored during hot, summer
months, monitor the specific gravity or voltage more frequently (approximately every 2-4
weeks).
Storage in Cold Environments (less than 32°F or 0°C)
4.2.
Avoid locations where freezing temperatures are expected, if possible, during storage.
Batteries can freeze in cold temperatures if they are not fully charged. If batteries are
stored during cold, winter months, it is critical that they are kept fully charged.
5.
How To Maximize the Performance of Your Trojan Battery
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Follow all the procedures in this User's Guide for proper installation, maintenance and
storage
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Do not discharge your battery more than 80%. This safety factor will eliminate the chance
of over-discharging and damaging your battery
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If you have any questions or concerns about battery care, please contact Trojan Battery
Company's technical support engineers at 800-423-6569 or +1-562-236-3000 before a
problem develops
6.
What to Expect from Your Trojan Battery
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A new battery will not deliver its full rated capacity. This is normal and should be expected
as it takes time to "work the battery up"
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Trojan's batteries take between 50 – 100 cycles to work up to providing full, peak capacity
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When operating batteries at temperatures below 80°F (27°C) they will deliver less than the
rated capacity. For example at 0°F (-18°C) the battery will deliver 50% of its capacity and
at 80°F (27°C) it will deliver 100% of its capacity
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When operating batteries at temperatures above 80°F (27°C) they will deliver more than
the rated capacity but the battery life will be reduced
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The life of a battery is difficult to predict as it will vary with application, frequency of usage
and level of maintenance
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