Argo Service Manual Electrical System After the battery is fully charged, go to Step 6 to load test the battery. NOTE 12V batteries received at severely low voltages of less than 8 volts may require 50% longer charging times (50% more Amp-Hour input). During the charge process, batteries that are hot to the touch (>120°F) should be removed from charge. If this occurs on a series charger, the 12V battery may have a terminal voltage greater than 16 volts. If it occurs on a constant voltage charger, fail the battery. 6. If the OCV is 12.55 volts or higher, load test the battery following Battery Council International (BCI) load procedure.
(A load test @ 1/2 the CCA for 15 sec is required to pass or fail the battery for warranty consideration.) WARNING Ventilate area when charging. Keep away from spark, heat, cigarettes or open flame. Fuses All models of the ARGO are equipped with push-in type automotive fuses. The fuses protect the electrical circuits of the vehicle. They are located in the fuse block, inside the engine compartment, just in front of the steering system. Replace any blown fuses. Return your vehicle to an ARGO dealer for inspection of the electrical circuit if a fuse blows repeatedly. Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421 ES-7