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once a month. When you are traveling steadily and for an extended period of
time, or if you are in climates above 90 degrees F, check the electrolyte level
about every two weeks. NOTICE: Care must be used to make sure soda is
not allowed to enter battery cells. Do not fill battery above the split ring in filler
opening. DO NOT MEASURE SPECIFIC GRAVITY IMMEDIATELY after adding
water. The water must mix with the electrolyte by charging or by driving a few
miles.
DANGER: When checking or filling the electrolyte level in the
batteries, do not allow battery electrolyte to contact skin, eyes, fabric, or
painted surfaces. The electrolyte is a sulfuric acid solution, which could
cause serious personal injury or damage to the trailer. Wear complete
splash proof goggles and clothing protection when working with batter-
ies. Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries.
DANGER: The gases generated within a storage battery cell may
be ignited by an open flame or spark in the vicinity of the battery. Do not
use a match or flame to provide light for checking the level of the water.
During the winter the batteries should be removed from the trailer and stored
in a cool, dry place, where there is no danger of freezing. It should be kept full
of water, cleaned and charged monthly. A battery that is allowed to completely
lose its charge will never regain its original power or a full charge.
For battery service or replacement, go to any service station or dealer who sells
and services the make battery installed in your trailer.
When being towed, the 12-volt batteries in your trailer are receiving a constant
charge from the tow vehicle’s generator or alternator through the seven-way
connector.
Your tow vehicle’s voltage regulator controls the charge rate. It is important to
keep the seven-way connector clean. One method is to use “Spra-Kleen”.
Whenever possible use the automatic built in charger of the converter system
for charging. The charging circuit automatically controls the current, reducing it
as the batteries increases in charge.
At service stations make certain they give your batteries a slow charge because
quick charges will drastically shorten the life of the batteries, as will allowing
repeated complete discharges.
GLASS MATT BATTERIES (Optional w/Solar Panel Charging System)
In AGM sealed batteries, the acid is absorbed between the plates and im-
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