5 XF 95 series Batteries DIAGNOSTICS 1. BATTERIES 1.1 FAULT-FINDING TABLE 1 200303 1-1 SYMPTOM: NEW BATTERY HEATS UP CONSIDERABLY DURING FILLING Possible cause Remedy Inadequate formation because of storage in unsuitable or damp conditions over a long period Allow to cool Charge fully Check the relative density SYMPTOM: BATTERY ACID LEAKING FROM THE PLUG HOLES Possible cause Remedy Battery overfilled Siphon off some of the fluid Overcharging Check the charger and repair if necessary SYMPTOM: ELECTROLYTE LEVEL TOO LOW Possible cause Remedy Leaking battery Excessive gas development due to charging current being set too high Replace the battery Check/repair the charger SYMPTOM:
RELATIVE DENSITY TOO LOW ( Possible cause Remedy Power consumer left on by mistake Insufficient charging Short circuit in the charging circuit Charge the battery Charge battery. Check/repair charger Check the charging circuit SYMPTOM: RELATIVE DENSITY TOO HIGH (>1.290) Possible cause Remedy Topped up with acid instead of distilled water Siphon off some of the fluid and top up with distilled water If necessary, repeat this after mixing (charging)