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5 CF65/75/85 series Batteries DIAGNOSTICS 1-3 SYMPTOM: SHORT BATTERY LIFE Possible cause Remedy Wrong type of battery chosen (for example, in Install Super Heavy Duty or semi-traction battery Often too deeply discharged Intermediate charging with rectifier No recharging after deep discharge Always charge the battery after deep discharge SYMPTOM: BATTERY HOT DURING OPERATION WITH EXCESSIVE WATER CONSUMPTION Possible cause Remedy Overloading, or charging voltage too high Check the charger (voltage regulator) SYMPTOM: BATTERY HAS EXPLODED Possible cause Remedy Fire or sparks during or just after charging Ensure good ventilation and exercise due Short-circuiting by tools Be careful where tools are put down Internal defect (loose connection) Replace the battery SYMPTOM: DEFECTIVE ALTERNATOR AND/OR DIODES (RADIO AND OTHER POLARITY SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT NOT WORKING) Possible cause Remedy Reversed battery polarity, or incorrect charging Discharge the battery and charge in the correct SYMPTOM: BATTERY IS INACTIVE (NO VOLTAGE) Possible cause Remedy Internal open circuit Replace the battery Battery very deeply discharged Charge the battery and test it; replace if 1 200315 |