27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control: Battery: Quick-charging
CAUTION:
- Prior to handling or servicing batteries, read, understand and observe the Warning and Safety Measures for lead-acid batteries Smoking, naked flames, fires and sparks: .
- Always wear suitable protective clothing Eye protection and protective clothing: .
Danger of explosion!
- Batteries produce explosive gasses while being charged.
- Keep open flames and sparks away and DO NOT smoke near batteries.
- The battery charger MUST be turned off when connecting or disconnecting the cables at the battery.
- Battery cell caps must NOT be removed while charging.
- "Boosting" a sulfated battery a high charging rate can cause an explosion.
- Ensure that battery is charged in a well ventilated area.
- Precision tools must not be kept in the same room where batteries are being charged. Tools may corrode due to chemical reaction.
CAUTION:
- Battery must not be connected to vehicle electrical system when quick charging. Where applicable, disconnect battery in engine compartment → Battery in engine compartment, disconnecting and reconnecting . Where applicable, disconnect battery in luggage compartment → Battery in luggage compartment, disconnecting and connecting .
- Never quick-charge a totally discharged battery. Effective charging will not take place.
NOTE:
- The battery temperature must be at least 10 ° C.
- Quick-charging of batteries should only be performed in exceptional circumstances (e.g. boost starting) as rapid charging may cause damage.