ADDING WATER
Unless the tap water in your area is "approved" (water free of scale-forming
min-
erals),
always add distilled water to the battery.
When water is added during freezing weather, the battery must receive a charge im-
mediately to mix the water and electrolyte. If it is not mixed, the water will remain at
the top and freeze.
Check the liquid level in each cell
weekly. Add water according to lines
on battery case. DO NOT OVERFILL.
FIGURE 20
CELL COVERS AND VENT TUBE
Always keep the cell covers in place and tight. Be sure the vent tube is in place and
free of dirt to prevent gas pressure in cells.
CABLE TERMINALS AND BATJERY POSTS
The battery terminals must be kept clean and tight. A good method of cleaning
terminals is to remove all excess corrosion with a wire brush, then wash with a weak
baktng soda solution or ammonia. After cleaning, a thin coating of vaseline or light cup
grease will retard further corrosion.
IMPORTANT: Do not apply excessive torque when tightening leads on battery ter-
minals because internal battery connections can be damaged.
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