ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS - HOUSE — 8
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Slide Tray Maintenance:
The battery tray slide will occasionally require
lubrication. When performing maintenance to the
batteries, remove old lubricant and dirt from the
battery tray slide with solvent, brake cleaner or
equivalent. DO NOT allow any cleaning solution
or battery acid by-products to splatter onto
and damage the painted surfaces. Lubricate all
moving parts of the battery tray slide with white
lithium grease or Kwikee brand spray lubricant.
NOTE:
Driving without the tray secured can
result in damage.
CAUTION:
Many types of petroleum based
products or battery by-products can
damage the paint finish. DO NOT allow
these types of chemicals to get on the
paint finish. If the chemicals splatter
on to the painted surfaces, immediately
rinse the surface using plenty of water
and a mild automotive detergent.
Battery Maintenance
Liquid Lead Acid (LLA) battery cells
should be checked at least once a month. The
level should be above the top of the plates, but
not overfull. The electrolyte level should be
approximately 3/8" below the well to allow
room for expansion while the battery is being
charged. Over-lling the battery will allow the
electrolyte solution to boil or gas out of the
battery cap. Remember to use only distilled
water to rell the battery. A battery with a low
electrolyte level will rapidly boil out the water
once the plates have been exposed to air.
Periodically check the batteries for corrosion
and cracks. Replace vent plugs that are cracked
or missing. Keep the top of the batteries clean.
The accumulation of electrolyte and dirt may
permit small amounts of current to ow between
the terminals, which can drain the battery.
Check the battery connections for tightness
and corrosion. If corrosion is found, disconnect
the cables (mark cable locations) and carefully
clean them with a mild solution of baking soda
and water, or an aerosol product specically
designed for battery maintenance. DO NOT
allow cleaning solution to seep into the battery
and damage the electrolyte balance. Use water
to rinse the top of the battery and surrounding
area when done. Carefully hook the cables
back to the battery. The battery cable to battery
terminal connections should be metal to metal.
Coat the terminals with petroleum jelly or an
anti-corrosion grease.
WARNING:
Liquid lead acid batteries produce
hydrogen gas while being charged. This
is highly explosive. DO NOT smoke
around batteries and keep all sources of
ignition or flames away from batteries.
The hydrogen gas may explode resulting
in fire, personal injury, property
damage or death.
Testing the Battery
A battery can be tested and/or monitored
several ways. The inverter remote will show
house battery voltage.
020034c
3/8"
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