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Odyssey Extreme Series User Manual

Odyssey Extreme Series
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Technical Manual
NINTH EDITION
Publication No: US-ODY-TM-AA September 2016
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Odyssey Extreme Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOdyssey
ModelExtreme Series
CategoryBattery Pack
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION

WHY USE ODYSSEY® BATTERIES?

Guaranteed Longer Service Life

Provides an 8-12 year design life in float applications and 3-10 years in non-float applications.

Longer Storage Life

Fully charged batteries can be stored for up to two years at 77°F (25°C).

Deep Discharge Recovery

Extraordinary ease of recovery from deep discharge conditions, supported by test data.

Superior Cranking and Fast Charge Capability

Delivers superior cranking power and allows rapid charging with simple constant voltage.

Easy Shipping

Meets US DOT criteria for non-spillable batteries, allowing shipment by highway, air, or sea.

Tough Construction

Rugged construction suitable for diverse environments like marine and powersports.

Mounting Flexibility

Can be installed in any orientation other than inverted without affecting performance.

Superior Vibration Resistance

Passed rigorous tests demonstrating ruggedness and tolerance of mechanical abuse.

Ready Out of the Box

Shipped fully charged; boost charge recommended for optimum reliability.

EXTENDED DISCHARGE CHARACTERISTICS

CYCLE LIFE AND DEPTH OF DISCHARGE (DOD)

Relationship Between DOD and Cycle Life

Explains how lower Depth of Discharge (DOD) leads to higher cycle life.

True Dual Purpose Design Cycle Life

Reflects dual purpose design with 80% DOD cycle test results shown.

FLOAT LIFE

ODYSSEY® BATTERY STORAGE AND DEEP DISCHARGE RECOVERY

How to Know State of Charge (SOC)

Use digital voltmeter and Figure 2 to determine SOC based on Open Circuit Voltage (OCV).

Battery Storage Duration and Temperature

Details storage times based on temperature and voltage checks.

Battery Recovery from Deep Discharge Conditions

Presents test results demonstrating recovery from deep discharges.

Extreme Cold Temperature Performance

Demonstrates battery performance in extremely cold conditions.

PARASITIC LOADS

SHOCK, IMPACT AND VIBRATION TESTING

Caterpillar™ 100-Hour Vibration Test

Details a 100-hour vibration test simulating harsh conditions.

Shock and Vibration Test per IEC 61373

Summarizes test results for shock and vibration compliance.

CHARGING ODYSSEY® BATTERIES

Recommended Three-Step Charge Profile

Illustrates the IUU profile for optimal charging.

Effect of Undercharge in Cycling Applications

Explains the importance of proper recharge for battery life.

Selecting the Right Charger for Your Battery

Provides a two-step process for choosing a suitable charger.

Selecting Battery Type on Your Charger

Offers general guidelines for charger settings like deep cycle or AGM.

TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION

RAPID CHARGING OF ODYSSEY® BATTERIES

LOAD TEST PROCEDURE

Long Test Procedure

Details a longer test to determine if a battery needs recharge or is end-of-life.

1/2CCA Load Test Procedure

Describes a quicker, less reliable test for battery performance.

ODYSSEY® BATTERIES IN NO-IDLE APPLICATIONS

PARALLEL CONNECTIONS

VENTILATION

CONCLUDING REMARKS

FREQUENTLY ASKED SLI BATTERY QUESTIONS

What is the CCA Rating?

Defines Cold Cranking Amperes (CCA) and its measurement.

What is the MCA Rating?

Defines Marine Cranking Amperes (MCA) and its measurement.

What is a HCA Rating?

Defines Hot Cranking Amps (HCA) and its measurement.

What is the PHCA Rating?

Explains the Pulse Hot Cranking Amp (PHCA) rating.

Are These Gel Cells?

Clarifies that ODYSSEY batteries are not gel cells, but AGM.

Difference Between Gel Cell and AGM

Highlights key distinctions between gel and AGM battery technologies.

What is the Ah Rating?

Defines Ampere-hour (Ah) rating and its capacity implication.

What is Reserve Capacity Rating?

Explains Reserve Capacity (RC) and its measurement.

Is the ODYSSEY® Battery a Dry Battery?

What is Impedance?

What is the Short-Circuit Current?

Battery Handling: Accidental Drops

Battery Handling: Mishandling and Warranty

Thin Plate Pure Lead Technology

Battery Winterization and Special Features

Comparison to Ni-Cd Batteries

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