Battery Care Information: Do's and Dont's

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	Azle, TX 76020	alltoolssupplyinc.com

Do's and Dont's

DO’s AND DON’Ts

WHEN HANDLING BATTERIES:

· DO think safety first, use proper safety equipment and insulated tools

· DO perform regular inspections and maintenance, especially in hot weather

· DO recharge immediately after discharge

· DO follow all manufacturer's instructions on the proper care and handling of your battery

· DO add ONLY distilled water to electrolyte

· DO recharge completely

· DON’T add new electrolyte

· DON’T overcharge

· DON’T use starting batteries for deep cycle applications

· DON’T place in storage without some type of device available to keep them charged

· DON’T disconnect cables while the engine is running

· DON’T delay in recharging

· DON’T add tap water to electrolyte to avoid contaminating it

· DON’T discharge any deeper than necessary

· DON’T let them get hot to the touch and boil violently when charging

· DON’T mix sizes and types