Sunday, February 25, 2018

Proper Maintenance And Upkeep Of Automotive Batteries Oregon

By Rebecca Baker


The battery characteristics play an important role when selecting the correct one for your particular application. Do you need a high current for short bursts to start a vehicle or are you going to have high and frequent discharges to power accessories such a radio or pump on a boat or RV? The following article will discuss more on the topic the difference between starter and deep cycle types of automotive batteries Oregon and CCA and RC power rating explained.

If you take the necessary preemptive measures and maintain your car battery in top-notch condition, this situation can be easily avoided. Unfortunately, the upkeep and maintenance of the batteries in India remain one of the oft-ignored factors. Usually, very little or almost no attention is paid to the battery, unless of course, it sparks trouble.

Some of the most common problems that plague car series are low voltage or low charge, which have a significant impact on output and functionality. To avoid a crisis, we suggest you take note of these Dos and Don'ts to help your auto battery maintain its peak performance and avoid a low charged battery: Whenever working with series, make sure you wear proper eye, hand and clothing protection at all times to avoid injury from short circuits or malfunction.

This means no smoking. Batteries produce a hydrogen gas, which is highly flammable and because batteries contain sulfuric acid, you want to do what you can to protect your eyes from sulfuric acid getting in them. If you get sulfuric acid on your skin, mix baking soda and water and apply to the area. This will neutralize the acid and prevent additional damage or burns to your skin.

In batteries that are not explicitly labeled "maintenance free, " periodically check the fluid levels. If the fluid is low, add only distilled water to top off. If no fluid is detected, you may want to replace the battery rather than fill it, as batteries in this condition will more often than not fail very soon. Always remember to keep your battery case clean. Dirt conducts electricity, a condition that can lead to battery charge dissipation in a short duration.

This rating is important as a battery has to work harder to start your engine in cold temperatures. The higher the CCA rating, the more power the battery can deliver. A battery's capacity can be reduced by as much as 75% in extremely cold weather. Be sure to select a battery with the highest possible CCA if you live in a cold climate.

Never use a battery with a CCA rating lower than your vehicles specified rating! Check your vehicle owners manual if in doubt or check with a salesperson at your local auto supply shop. Reserve Capacity - This is the length of time in minutes that a battery can provide 25 amps at 80 degrees Fahrenheit (26.7 degrees Celsius). The reserve capacity of a battery is important should the alternator fail as the electrical system in your vehicle will need to be maintained.

Most chargers have this feature, but in the event, it's not been configured, get a professional to charge the battery. Never charge a dead battery with a car's alternator. An alternator is not designed to function as a charger; doing so may result in battery damage or shortened life.




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