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[DPRG] battery rejuvination
Subject: [DPRG] battery rejuvination
From: Ed Okerson
ed at okerson.com
Date: Mon Sep 4 11:58:44 CDT 2006
Dale,
> > My big robot uses 3 lead acid deep cycle batteries, DC1-6. Two of
> these have stopped taking a charge.
>
> Are they completely sealed? If not, try dumping the electrolyte and
> flushing the chambers, then replacing the electrolyte. Residue tends to
> accumulate and pile up against the plates after a long and fruitful life.
They are not sealed at all, they are the same size as a lawn tractor
battery, with removable caps like a car battery.
> Bear in mind that the electrolyte is fairly destructive acid. Handle
> with care.
So do I need to go buy acid to put in them?
Ed
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