The sealed battery is already filled with electrolyte and has
been sealed at the factory. Never pry the sealing strip off or
add any type of fluid to this battery.
The single most important thing about maintaining a sealed
battery is to keep it fully charged. Since the battery is sealed
and the sealing strip cannot be removed, you must use a
voltmeter or multi-meter to measure the DC voltage at the
battery terminals.
1. Check the battery voltage with a voltmeter or multi-meter.
The battery voltage should read 12.8 VDC or higher.
2. If the voltage is less than 12.8 volts, charge the battery at
1.2 amps or less until battery voltage is 12.8 VDC or greater.
NOTE: When using an automatic charger, refer to
charger manufacturer’s instructions for battery
charging directions. When using a constant current
charger, follow the guidelines in the following table:
BATTERY INSPECTION
When installing a new battery, make sure it's fully charged
prior to its initial use. Using a new battery that has not been
fully charged can damage the battery and result in a shorter life.
It can also hinder vehicle performance.
Note:
Fully charged: over 12.8 V
Failure charged: under 12.5 V