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5 LF45/55 series Batteries DIAGNOSTICS 1-1 1. BATTERIES 1.1 FAULT-FINDING TABLE SYMPTOM: NEW BATTERY HEATS UP CONSIDERABLY DURING FILLING Possible cause Remedy Inadequate formation because of storage in unsuitable or damp conditions over a long period Allow to cool Charge fully Check the relative density SYMPTOM: BATTERY OVERFLOWS, BATTERY ACID SPILLS FROM PLUG HOLES Possible cause Remedy Battery overfilled Siphon off some of the fluid Overcharging Check charging voltage Check/repair charging circuit SYMPTOM: ACID LEVEL TOO LOW Possible cause Remedy Leaking battery Replace the battery Excessive gas development due to charging current being set too high Check charging voltage Check/repair charging circuit SYMPTOM: RELATIVE DENSITY TOO LOW (<1.240) STARTING TROUBLE Possible cause Remedy Power consumer left on by mistake Charge the battery Insufficient charging Check alternator drive Check/repair charging circuit SYMPTOM: RELATIVE DENSITY TOO HIGH (>1.290) Possible cause Remedy Topped up with battery acid instead of distilled water Siphon off some of the fluid and top up with distilled water If necessary, repeat this after mixing (charging) 1 200440 |