ACDelco PowerSports User manual

INSTRUCTION SHEET
ACDelco Flooded PowerSports Batteries
Charging Instructions:
New Battery Testing:
When checking the condition of a new battery prior to installation,
ACDelco recommends only measuring open circuit voltage (OCV).
ACDelco recommends a minimum installation OCV of 12.4volts.
1. Batteries that fall below 12.4 volts should be recharged, prior to
installation.
2. The battery should be tested with a known, good Digital Volt Ohm
Meter (DVOM).
3. When testing side terminal or top stud batteries, always use Lead
(Pb) terminal adapters. Make sure the terminal adapter makes
good contact with the Lead pad of the battery or inaccurate
readings will result. Basic hand tools may be needed to ensure
the terminal is tight.
4. Never use steal bolts/nuts/washers, etc., when testing a side
terminal battery.
5. Never clamp the tester’s leads directly to the threads when
testing a top stud battery with a conductance tester.
Charging Instructions:
1. Battery Preparation
a. Place battery on a flat surface in a well-ventilated area.
i. Remove red vent plug and discard.
***WARNING! *** Do not reattach red plug after filling battery
with acid!
ii. Remove plastic vent caps and retain.

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2. Filling Instructions
a. Fill battery with acid to upper level (a). Let battery stand for 60
minutes before charging. Gently move battery from side-to-side to
release any air bubbles between the plates. If acid level has fallen,
refill with acid to upper level.
NOTE: This will be the last time electrolyte (acid) should be added.
Return unused acid to the place where you purchased the battery
or neutralize acid with an equal amount of baking soda.
3. Charging Instructions
a. An initial charge is required before placing this battery into service.
For best results and maximum life, use a 500 mA Trickle Charger
(see chart for the proper charging time for your battery). To prevent
accidental release of acid during charging, place caps loosely over
access ports. Charge for the period of time indicated in the chart.
At the end of the charging time, the battery should gas freely.
Replace caps firmly, wash off any acid spillage with water and dry
battery.
b. Check the battery voltage after correct charging time and let stand
for 1-2 hours. Voltage should read 12.70 on a 12 volt battery of
6.35 on a 6 volt battery. If voltage is below specified voltage,
continue charging for an additional 40% of the total charging time
(example: 40% of 10 hrs. original charging time = 4 hrs. additional
charging time).
NOTE: If you have a 2 Amp or a 6 Amp charger, use the automatic
setting and charge until charger indicates complete charge or
battery gases freely. The voltage should read 12.70 V or 6.35 V.
Replace vent caps firmly, wash off any acid spillage with water and
dry battery.
c. After charging, attach clear vent tube. Be sure there are no bends
and that tube is free of blockage.

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WARNING!
Do not exceed Charging Guidelines that are listed on the chart.
Prolonged charging or use of a constant current charger could shorten
battery life.
4. Removal/Installation
a. Remove old battery. Mark which cable is connected to the Positive
(+) and Negative (-) posts. Clean cable terminals with wire brush or
sandpaper to remove oxidation. Position new fully charged battery
on tray, connect clear vent tube to battery, ensuring there are no
crimps, folds or blockages. Replace hold down.
b. Connect terminals:
i. Positive (+) red cable from ignition to Positive Post.
ii. Negative (-) black cable from engine or chassis to Negative
Post.
Charging Guidelines:
Using a charger with an output of 1.0amps the initial charge time of the
battery will be approximately 1/2 to 1x the amp hour rating for that
battery. Full charge voltage for a flooded battery is approximately 12.7V
to 12.8V.
See Chart Below

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BCI Group
Size
Part #
GMPart
Number
Ah20
CCA @ 0oF
(-18oC)
CA @ 32oF
(0oC)
Charge time
hr (@ 0.5
A)
4L-B AB4LB 88863498 456 70 2 - 4
12N9-4B-1 AB12N94B1 88863499 985 106 5 - 9
9A-A AB9AA 88863872 9124 155 5 - 9
10L-A2 AB10LA2 88863500 11 160 200 6 - 11
12A-A AB12AA 88863501 12 165 206 6 - 12
12C-A AB12CA 88863502 12 165 206 6 - 12
14L-A2 AB14LA2 88863503 14 190 238 7 - 14
14-A2 AB14A2 88863873 14 190 238 7 - 14
14A-A2 AB14AA2 88863504 14 190 238 7 - 14
16-B AB16B 88863505 19 240 300 10 - 19
16CL-B AB16CLB 88863506 19 240 300 10 - 19
18-A AB18A 88863874 18 235 294 9 - 18
50N-18L-A3 A50N18LA2 88863507 20 260 238 10 - 20
4L-BS ATX4LBS 88863508 340 50 2 - 3
5L-BS ATX5LBS 88863509 460 75 2 - 4
7A-BS ATX7ABS 88863510 6100 125 3 - 6
CT7B-BS ATX7BBS 88863875 6.5 100 125 3 - 6
7L-BS ATX7LBS 88863511 695 119 3 - 6
9-BS ATX9BS 88863512 8135 169 4 - 8
CT9B-BS ATX9BBS 88863876 8115 144 4 - 8
12-BS ATX12BS 88863513 10 170 213 5 - 10
CT12B-BS ATX12BBS 88863877 11 125 156 5 - 10
14-BS ATX14BS 88863514 12 190 238 6 - 12
CT14B-BS ATX14BBS 88863878 13 170 213 6 - 12
14L-BS ATX14LBS 88863879 12 190 238 6 - 12
14AH-BS ATX14AHBS 88863515 12 190 238 6 - 12
14AHL-BS ATX14AHLBS 88863516 12 190 238 6 - 12
15L-BS ATX15LBS 88863880 13 245 306 6 - 12
16-BS ATX16BS 88863517 19 220 275 10 - 19
16-BS-1 ATX16BS1 88863881 14 220 275 7 - 14
16CL-B-BS ATX16CLBBS 88863882 19 270 338 10 - 19
20-BS ATX20BS 88863883 18 270 338 10 - 19
20L-BS ATX20LBS 88863518 18 270 238 10 - 19
20H-BS ATX20HBS 88863884 18 310 388 10 - 19
20HL-BS ATX20HLBS 88863885 18 310 388 10 - 19
24HL-BS ATX24HLBS 88863519 21 330 413 10 - 20
30L ATX30LBS 88864974 28 385 481 14 - 28
30CL-B-BS ATX30CLBBS 88863886 30 385 481 15 - 30
CTZ7S-BS ATZ7SBS 88863887 5100 125 3 - 5
CTZ10S-BS ATZ10SBS 88863888 8.6 180 225 4 - 8
CTZ12S-BS ATZ12SBS 88863889 11 190 238 5 - 10
CTZ14S-BS ATZ14SBS 88863890 11.2 210 263 5 - 10

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Checking Open Circuit Voltage:
OCV may be used to estimate the Lawn and Garden battery state-of-
charge. Observe the following guidelines:
Use a voltmeter that has been verified as accurate. An
inaccurate meter will give inaccurate results. The meter should
read to the nearest 0.01 volts.
When checking OCV, the vehicle engine and all current drains
must be OFF. Any current flow into or out of the battery will
cause an incorrect voltage reading.
The battery must be stabilized before reading the OCV. If the
battery has been charged or used in a vehicle in the past 12
hours, remove the surface charge (apply a 300amp load for 15
seconds). If the battery has just been discharged, allow at
least 15 seconds for the voltage to stabilize, then read the
OCV.
Use the following table to estimate the state-of-charge based
on the battery temperature:
Stabilized
OCV (Volts)
% Charge*
at 0°C (32°F)
% Charge* at
25°C (75°F)
12.75
100%
100%
12.70
100%
90%
12.60
90%
75%
12.45
75%
65%
12.20
65%
45%
*Estimates Only. Batteries vary +10% by model.
Keep batteries at 65% of full charge or higher. If the OCV falls
below 12.4V, recharge the battery.
IMPORTANT: When a battery needs charging, always charge
it fully. If you don’t:
Retests with electronic testers may be inaccurate.
Full shelf life will not be available if returned to
storage.