Battery, Quick-Charging

Battery, Quick-Charging

CAUTION!
• Prior to handling or servicing batteries, read, understand and observe the Warning and Safety Measures for lead-acid batteries => [ Smoking, naked flames, fires and sparks: ] Service Precautions.

• Always wear suitable protective clothing => [ Eye protection and protective clothing: ] Service Precautions.

Danger of explosion!

• Batteries produce explosive gasses while being charged.

• Keep open flames and sparks away and DO NOT smoke near batteries.

• The battery charger MUST be turned off when connecting or disconnecting the cables at the battery.

• Battery cell caps must NOT be removed while charging.

• "Boosting" a sulfated battery a high charging rate can cause an explosion.

• Ensure that battery is charged in a well ventilated area.

• Precision tools must not be kept in the same room where batteries are being charged. Tools may corrode due to chemical reaction.

CAUTION!
• Battery must not be connected to vehicle electrical system when quick charging. Where applicable, disconnect battery in engine compartment => [ Battery, Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting. Where applicable, disconnect battery in luggage compartment => [ Battery, Luggage Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Luggage Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting.

• Never quick-charge a totally discharged battery. Effective charging will not take place.

• The battery temperature must be at least 10 °C.

• Quick-charging of batteries should only be performed in exceptional circumstances (e.g. boost starting) as rapid charging may cause damage.