Charger L4-135 2.2L SOHC VIN C 2-bbl (1983)
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11.
Install battery hold-down clamp, making sure that it is properly positioned on battery and tighten bolt to 12 N-m (100 inch pounds).
12.
Connect cable clamps to battery post making sure top of clamp is flush with top of post.
13.
Tighten clamp nut securely.
14.
Coat all connections with light mineral grease after tightening.
CHARGING PROCEDURES
WARNING:
WHEN BATTERIES ARE BEING CHARGED AN EXPLOSIVE GAS MIXTURE FORMS BENEATH THE COVER OF EACH
CELL. DO NOT SMOKE NEAR BATTERIES ON CHARGE OR WHICH HAVE RECENTLY BEEN CHARGED. DO NOT BREAK
LIVE CIRCUITS AT THE TERMINALS OF THE BATTERIES ON CHARGE. A SPARK WILL OCCUR WHERE THE LIVE
CIRCUIT IS BROKEN. KEEP ALL OPEN FLAMES AWAY FROM THE BATTERY.
When it is necessary to charge a sealed battery, the following safety precautions must be followed:
1.
Do not charge battery if green dot is visible except immediately following prolonged cranking.
2.
Do not charge the battery if the hydrometer (test indicator) is clear or light yellow. Replace battery.
3.
If the battery feels hot (125~F-52~C), or if violent gassing or spewing of electrolyte through the vent hole occurs, discontinue charging or reduce
charging rate.
CAUTION: CHARGE THE BATTERY ONLY UNTIL THE GREEN DOT APPEARS. DO NOT OVERCHARGE.
Slight tipping or shaking of the battery may be necessary to make the green ball appear. Temperature of the battery will affect the charging rate, and most
charging equipment will not charge at a constant rate. For example, if the charger starts at 30 amperes and drops off to 10 amperes after 1 hour, the
average current for that hour was 20 amperes. The actual boost charge was 20 amperes hours. The sealed battery can be fast charged or slow charged
with ordinary chargers in the same manner as conventional batteries. Either method will restore the battery to full charge.
Slow Charging Batteries
If adequate time is available, the slow charging method should be used in recharging a discharged battery.
There are many types of battery charging equipment available. Be sure to follow the instructions of the equipment manufacturer for the necessary
preparations and precautions. However, the following items should be observed when slow charging the battery with any type of equipment:
1.
If the battery is to remain in the vehicle, disconnect the cables at the battery negative cable first to prevent damage to the electrical system during
charging.
2.
Thoroughly clean the battery. Refer to "Battery Visual Inspection."
Fast Charging Battery
If adequate time for a slow charge is not available, a high rate fast charge is permissible and will give a sufficient charge in one hour enabling the battery
and alternator to continue to carry the electrical load. If the battery is to remain in the vehicle, disconnect the cables at the battery negative cable first to
prevent damage to the electrical system during charging. The manufacturers of high rate charging equipment generally outline the necessary precautions
and some models have thermostatic temperature limiting and time limiting controls. Make sure their instructions are followed.
Stop charging when green dot appears or when maximum charge shown below is reached:
Battery
Slow Charging
Fast Charging
335 amp
10 hrs. @ 4 amps
2.0 hrs. @ 20 amps
4.0 hrs. @ 10 amps
1.2 hrs. @ 30 amps
370 amp
10 hrs. @ 5 amps
2.5 hrs. @ 20 amps
5.0 hrs. @ 10 amps
1.5 hrs. @ 30 amps
430 amp
12 hrs. @ 5 amps
2.7 hrs. @ 20 amps
6.0 hrs. @ 10 amps
2.0 hrs. @ 30 amps
500 amp
12 hrs. @ 5 amps
3 hrs. @ 20 amps
6.0 hrs. @ 10 amps
2 hrs. @ 30 amps
CHARGING RECOMMENDATIONS