07-07-2009, 09:27 AM | #11 |
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Does I[it matter that all Batteries are not same Brand?? When I plug in Charger cord It clicks on and shows very little juice going to the Batteries. Jim
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07-07-2009, 09:34 AM | #12 |
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Re: Hello
An 8 volt reading reflects only about 50% charge. Full charge with good batteries should give reading of 8.45 or better. Check again using G Man's advice for reading two more digits. Your mix of batteries are not too good an idea as well. You might compare specs on your batteries to a Trojan. It is either "pay for it now or you will pay for it later" when it comes to batteries.
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07-07-2009, 12:14 PM | #13 |
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07-07-2009, 03:17 PM | #14 |
Not Yet Wild
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Thanks again I will check this out again Thursday when we have proper reading equipment. Thanks again for your response. Will let you know what we find. Jim
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07-07-2009, 03:19 PM | #15 |
Gone Wild
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Jim if near a Harbor Frieght they have a meter for $1.99 with coupon. ^5 weclome
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07-08-2009, 08:34 AM | #16 |
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http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...intenance.html
Again for your reading enjoyment. 1. New Batteries require 10-12 complete charge run cycles to reach their peak . A charge cycle is , until the Charger cuts itself off. 2. The charger is set to turn itself off after 16 hours , even if the Batteries did not reach full charge to prevent Battery Damage. 3. It is a good practice to replace Battery Cables each time you replace Batteries (5-6) years. 4. Overheating of Cables is generally caused by bad or weak connection. |
07-08-2009, 12:55 PM | #17 |
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Many Thanks for your response. I have someone smarter than me looking at it Thursday. I am sure it is related to the new batteries as you suggest. I will change out the wires also on your recommendation. Thanks again Jim
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