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Table 3-1. Battery Testing
Voltage Amp Hr Resistor
(Ohms)
Watts Part No. and Description Test Time
12 6.2 6.0 50 380-031 2 Seconds
12 8 4.5 50 380-031 (adj to 4.5 Ohm) 2 Seconds
12 10 4.0 50 380-031 (adj to 4 Ohm) 2 Seconds
12 18 2.0 100 380-031 (3 in parallel) 2 Seconds
12 25 1.5 100 382-090 (2 in parallel) 2 Seconds
12 33 1.0 150 382-090 (3 in parallel) 2 Seconds
6* 50 1.0 150 382-090 (3 in parallel) 4 Seconds
12 110 1.0 150 382-090 (3 in parallel) 4 Seconds
*Test 2 batteries in series for 12V
Table 3-2. Battery Readings and Instructions
If end voltage reading of battery is: Instructions
11.8V or more Put in Service
11.7V to 11.0V Charge Battery*
10.9V or less Discard Battery
*Retest battery after charging
Discard battery after four or more years of service. Dispose of according to
manufacturer’s guidelines.
Periodic Testing and Maintenance, Continued
Battery Testing Information
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