MAINTENANCE-FREE/AGM BATTERIES
Save this safety and instruction manual.
Before you start:
READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO follow safety warnings COULD RESULT
IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE FROM FIRE, EXPLOSION AND/OR ACID BURNS.
•Always wear proper eye, face and hand protection.
•Keep all sparks, flames and cigarettes away from the battery.
•Make sure work area is well ventilated.
•Never lean over battery while boosting, testing or charging.
•Exercise caution when working with metallic tools or conductors,
to prevent short circuits and sparks.
•If swallowed, drink as much water or milk as possible.
Get medical help fast!
•If spilled, spread baking soda over spill, then dilute with large
amounts of water.
Proposition 65 warning
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. batteries also contain other chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling.
ADDING ELECTROLYTE (ACID):
Make sure the battery is disconnected and out of the vehicle. Consult vehicle’s owner
manual for instructions on removing battery. Make sure the electrolyte is specified for
your battery.
1. Place the battery upright on a level
surface, remove sealing tape and discard.
2. Remove the shrink wrap from the
electrolyte container and save
the strip of caps.
CAUTION: Do not pierce or peel
the sealed feeders.
3. With the electrolyte container upside down,
place it into the battery, lining up the six sealed
feeders with the six filler ports in the battery.
Press down firmly until the seals break.
The electrolyte should now flow into the battery.
WARNING: DO NOT tilt the electrolyte container.
caution: Included electrolyte must be used
when activating the battery. Do not use any
other electrolyte.
4. Make sure you can see the air bubbles rising from the six filler ports.
Leave the container in this state for at least 20 minutes.
Note: If air bubbles do not begin to rise, pat the bottom of the container
two or three times. DO NOT REMOVE the container from the battery.
5. Be sure the container is completely empty of electrolyte, then slowly pull the container
out of the battery. Wipe away any acid on the outside of the battery with a dry cloth. Let
battery sit while plates absorb acid, and to allow trapped gases to escape.
CAUTION: The acid container should be enclosed in the battery box and taken to a
local hazardous waste facility. Consult your local municipality for locations provided
for disposal of hazardous household waste.
6. Fit the caps tightly into the filler ports, until they are
level with the top surface of the battery.
CAUTION: Do not push sealing plugs in
one-by-one; damage may result.
WARNING: Never attempt to remove the strip of caps
or add water or electrolyte to the battery.
This is now a sealed battery.
CHARGING YOUR BATTERY: We recommend using a 12 volt, 1A, 2A or 3A automatic battery charger/maintainer.
Do not leave battery unattended, unless you are using an automatic charger/
maintainer, then monitor periodically.
CAUTION: Charging the battery at a rate over 3A will shorten the life of the battery.
1.An initial charge is required before placing this battery into service.
• Check that the vent strip is securely in place.
• If any acid spilled on the battery, wash off the outside of the battery with water.
• Dry the outside of the battery.
2.Let battery stand for up to 60 minutes, depending on battery type.
Check voltage reading (see chart at right). Note: If you are using a 6V battery,
divide number of volts by 2.
Battery is ready for service.
WARNING: Once the battery is sealed and fully charged, the sealing strip must not
be removed. There is no need to add electrolyte or water. The battery should remain
sealed. Opening the sealing plug strip after activation will void your warranty.
OFF-SEASON CARE AND STORAGE:
1.Keep fully charged battery stored in cool, dry area, away from rain, sunlight,
furnace or heat source.
2.Charge battery once a month and maintain voltage of 12.45V or higher,
or leave connected to an automatic charger/maintainer.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Battery voltage reading using a voltmeter
state of charge
maintenance-free battery
100%
13.0 volts
75%
12.8 volts
50%
12.5 volts
25%
12.2 volts
0%
12.0 or less
Compatible chargers
For charging this type of battery, we recommend the Schumacher charger
models SP1, SP2 or SP3. For specifications on these Schumacher chargers,
visit www.batterychargers.com
Please follow all manufacturer directions when charging your battery, to avoid
personal injury or property damage.