Saft 4579 - Page 33

SAFT AMERICA INC.
COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
4579
24-31-05
PAGE 115
Jan 30/98
FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Leakage of Electrolyte Incorrect adjustment of level
Cell polarity reversed during
high rate discharge (e.g.
during starting)
Loose or damage vent-valve
Disassemble and clean the battery
(DISASSEMBLY, CLEANING
and TESTING and FAULT
ISOLATION)
Check electrolyte level (TESTING
and FAULT ISOLATION)
Disassemble and clean the battery
(DISASSEMBLY AND
CLEANING)
Check electrolyte level (TESTING
and FAULT ISOLATION)
Retighten vent-valve
Test vent valve (TESTING AND
FAULT ISOLATION)
Overcharge at high
temperatures or using
excessive current
Check the on-
board charging circuit
and if necessary adjust
Disassemble and clean battery
(DISASSEMBLY AND
CLEANING)
Check electrolyte level (TESTING
and FAULT ISOLATION)
Traces of electrolyte in battery
box
Damaged cell case Check sealing of cells (CHECK)
Fault Isolation
Figure 106 (Page 2 of 5)