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Instructions

for use

and safety

12V AGM (VRLA)

(Valve Regulated Lead-Acid)

Batteries

The symbols on the battery indicate the safety

warnings. Batteries not handled and used

correctly can be a danger – read and follow

carefully the instructions in this document, on

the battery and in the vehicle handbook in full

prior to carrying out any work on the battery.

Lead acid batteries should only be used for the

purpose for which they are designed. Improper

uses can be dangerous and can create a safety

risk. Batteries are heavy – take care lifting and

carrying them. In case of battery breakage,

immediately wash any spillage with water, soapy

water or an acid neutraliser such as baking soda.

VRLA batteries can eventually release small

amounts of an explosive gas mixture during

use, storage and charge, so air-tight containers

are not recommended. For battery banks, a

proper grounding is recommended to prevent

electrostatic charge generation.

A. STORAGE, HANDLING and INSTALLATION.

Batteries are ﬁlled with acid and should be

protected against any impact able to break

its case. Batteries should have at least one

terminal covered to prevent accidental shorts.

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Do

not store where sparks may be generated.

AGM (VRLA) batteries contain only a limited

amount of acid. It is important to make sure that

they are not exposed to temperatures above 60°

during use and installation. Temporary peaks of

up to 80°C can be tolerated for limited periods

not exceeding 3 hours.

B. CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING. Switch

off all vehicle electrical components. Wear

goggles and suitable protective clothes,

including rubber gloves. When removing a

battery, disconnect earth lead (usually negative)

ﬁrst. Avoid short circuits through careful use of

any metal tools. Clean battery tray and clamp

new battery securely; do not over-tighten. Clean

terminal clamps. On reinstalling, ensure correct

connection to the live (usually positive) terminal

ﬁrst (any incorrect connection can damage

sensitive electrics). Check connections are tight,

and lightly grease terminals with petroleum jelly.

Where available, ﬁt terminal cover to live (usually

positive) terminal to prevent shorts. Ensure

terminals and connectors will be clear of closed

compartment cover. Check that protective

terminal caps are covering all unused terminals.

C. MAINTENANCE. VRLA batteries don’t

require any water addition. Ensure the battery

and connections are kept clean and dry. Use an

antistatic damp cloth to wipe the battery down

to prevent electrostatic sparks. Do not open or

remove vents. Never add acid or distilled water.

The battery may need recharging when voltage

drops below 12.4V (50% state of charge) as

described in D.

D. CHARGING (using charging devices). Sparks

can cause explosions, especially during and

after charging. Only charge in a well-ventilated

area. Disconnect and connect as described in B.

Only use direct current (DC) automatic regulated

chargers approved for VRLA products. Follow

the charger instructions. With charger not

connected to the mains, connect (+) cable to

(+) battery terminal ﬁrst and then (-) cable to

(-) battery terminal. Switch charger on from as

remote a position as possible and, after charging,

switch off before disconnecting. An optimised

charging method (D1) is recommended, but

special applications could require other

particular procedures as follows (referenced to

25°C ± 10ºC).

D1. Charging: Initially charge at 10–20A of

constant current until reaching 14.4V, followed

by a regulated Voltage charge at 14.4V without

current limitation until supplied current is below

2% nominal Capacity; ﬁnish at constant current

of 2% nominal Capacity during 2h. During all

charging, battery temperature can’t exceed 50°C.

D2. Float Charging only for Stationary: Apply

a ﬂoating voltage of 13.8V during the whole

charging time and consider applying D1 once

per month. Never apply this method to deeply-

discharged batteries.

D3. Fast Charging only for Emergencies: Use

a max. current of 50% nominal Capacity for

periods shorter than 1 hour. In all cases voltage

must be limited to 15V maximum. Never apply

this method to deeply-discharged batteries.

D4. Recovering from deep discharge. When

battery voltage is below 12.1V, proceed as

described in D1 but prolong total duration for

step one and two up to 48h. During all charging,

battery temperature can’t exceed 50°C.

E. JUMP STARTING FOR CARS. This is not

a recommended procedure. If it is deemed

essential, follow the instructions in the car

manual.

F. TEMPORARY STORAGE. If the battery is

not required for an extended period it should be

disconnected as in B (check that no damage will

be done to the equipment by long periods without

power), carry out charge as in D and store as in

A. Before reﬁtting, ensure voltage is above 12.4V.

Reﬁt as in B. If equipment requires power during

storage, keep the battery connected but check

the voltage monthly and recharge if it drops

below 12.4V.

G. DISPOSAL. Old batteries should be recycled

through a registered scheme. The supplier of

the new battery will help to you to ﬁnd such a

scheme. We advise that this is the best way to

correctly dispose of failed batteries.

WARRANTY. Products are warranted against

faulty workmanship and/or material according to

applicable law only. Proof of purchase is required

to claim. Warranty does not cover incorrect

ﬁtment, inadequate charging, accidental

damage or faults on vehicle electrical systems

and other forms of abuse. A battery replaced

under warranty is only warranted to the end of

the original battery warranty period. Batteries

left for long periods out of use will fail owing to

neglect. Distributed by EXIDE Technologies, Unit

2 Pisces, Mosley Road – Trafford Park, M17 1PF,

Manchester, UK.

Note operating instructions

and retain with vehicle

handbook.

Always protect eyes when

handling batteries.

Keep batteries away from

children.

No smoking, naked ﬂames

or sparks near batteries.

Explosion hazard.

Batteriesemit an explosive

gas mixture into the air.

Corrosive hazard.

Batteryacid, if spilled, is

corrosive to skin, clothes

and goods.

Valve-regulated lead-acid

battery. Never manipulate

to open cells.

Batteries content lead

and should be recycled.

Neverdispose in domestic

waste.

Batteries contain lead

andshould be recycled.

Never dispose as domestic

waste.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR 12V VRLA (VALVE REGULATED LEAD-ACID) BATTERIES

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