VER-MAC PCMS-320 - 12.8 Battery Bank Periodic Maintenance

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46 PCMS Operations, Safety & Maintenance V3.0 Ver-Mac 2018
12.8 Battery Bank Periodic Maintenance
Item
Function Required
Before
Each Use
3 Months
12 Months
Batteries
Battery Bank
Inspect outside of battery
(damage, cracking and leaking fluid)
Replace any leaking battery immediately
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Inspect water level*
Fill as needed
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Test with voltmeter
(fully charged 12.7 V or higher) Charge as
needed
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Test with Hydrometer*. Check specific
gravity does not vary more than 0.05 units
between cells
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Inspect terminals for corrosion, tightness of
connections
Clean as necessary
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Boxes
Inspect for damage, water infiltration
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Check that cover closes and locks securely
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*Deep-charge batteries only.