APPENDIX
MULTIPLE BATTERY SYSTEM TESTS
6 Volt Battery Test
Using Two 6 Volt
Batteries In Series
(12 Volt System)
NOTE:
Regardless of the conguration all Six Volt Batteries
are checked and load tested individually using the
6 volt scale. Follow battery load test procedure on
page 9.
6 VOLT BATTERY LOAD TEST
In heavy duty applications, 6 and 12 volt charging systems are created
by combining 6 and 12 Volt batteries in various combinations.
For a valid test, batteries must be tested individually, and the charging
system must be tested at its rated voltage (6 or 12 Volts).
CAUTION: Care must be taken when disconnecting battery cables to
prevent shorting of loose cables to ground or positive. Arcing caused by
shorting cables can ignite hydrogen gas found in batteries and cause an
explosion.
The proper way to prevent arcing at battery is by disconnecting the
ground cable at the chassis or engine block and preventing it from
contacting any metal. Then the remaining cables can be disconnected
safely at each battery.
WARNING: Be sure load is off before attaching or removing load clamps
to prevent arcing and potential explosion from battery gases. Always
shield eyes and keep sparks, ames or cigarettes away from batteries.
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