Odyssey PC310 User manual

USER’S GUIDE

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Why use ODYSSEY batteries? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
ODYSSEY SLI battery specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Pulse discharge capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ODYSSEY storage and deep discharge recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
(A) How do I know the state of charge (SOC) of the battery? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
(B) How long can the battery be stored? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Charging ODYSSEY batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
(A) Selecting the right charger for your battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Concluding remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Warranty: Full 2 – year, 3 – year, and 4 – year replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
INTRODUCTION
The ODYSSEY battery combines in one box the characteristics of two separate
batteries. It can deep cycle as well as provide enormous cranking power - it is almost
as if a champion long distance runner and a world class sprinter are one and the
same person.
These batteries are capable of providing engine cranking pulses in excess of 2250A for
5 seconds as well as 400 charge/discharge cycles to 80% depth of discharge (DOD).
A typical starting, lighting and ignition (SLI) battery can do one or the other, but not
both. It is either a sprinter or a long distance runner; ODYSSEY batteries will do both -
provide short duration high amperage pulse or low rate long duration drains.
WHY USE ODYSSEY BATTERIES?
GUARANTEED LONGER SERVICE LIFE
With an eight to twelve year design life (float) and a three to ten year service life,
ODYSSEY saves you time and money because you do not have to replace the battery
as often. ODYSSEY is warranted against factory defects for two full years in
Powersports or three full years in automotive, commercial and heavy-duty marine
applications.
SUPERIOR CRANKING AND FAST CHARGE CAPABILITY
The 5 second cranking power of ODYSSEY batteries is double to triple that of equally
sized conventional batteries, even when the temperature is as low as - 40°C (-40°F).
Also, with simple constant voltage charging (alternator or independent charger), there
is no limitation on the inrush current, so the user is assured of fast charge recovery.
MOUNTING FLEXIBILITY
The ODYSSEY battery may be installed on its sides at any angle without sacrificing
any performance attributes. There is no fear of any acid spillage as ODYSSEY recycles
the internal gas during operation or charging. The sealed design of the ODYSSEY
battery eliminates the need for an acid vent tube; eliminating the fear of acid burns or
damage to expensive chrome or paint.
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SUPERIOR VIBRATION RESISTANCE
ODYSSEY batteries are of military grade and have endured rigorous tests that
demonstrate their overall ruggedness and exceptional tolerance of mechanical abuse.
READY OUT OF THE BOX
ODYSSEY batteries are shipped fully charged. If ODYSSEY’S voltage is 12.65V or
greater simply install the battery in your vehicle and you are ready to go! If below
12.65V, boost charge following the instructions in the ODYSSEY Owner’s Manual
and/or Technical Manual.
WORRY-FREE SHIPPING
Owing to the drycell design, the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has
classified the ODYSSEY battery as a nonspillable, so it may be shipped worry-free by
UPS/Federal Express or by air.
LONGER STORAGE LIFE
Unlike conventional batteries that need to be recharged every six to twelve weeks the
ODYSSEY battery, when fully charged, can be stored for up to 2 years at 25°C (77°F).
Simply recharge and ODYSSEY is returned to full power. At lower temperatures,
storage times will be even longer.
DEEP DISCHARGE RECOVERY
Should ODYSSEY become deeply discharged, simply recharge following instructions
in the ODYSSEY Owners Manual.
INSTALLATION
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PC625 installation PC2150 installation
Except PC625, PC2150 & PC2250 PC2250 installation
Bolt
Washer
Battery
3/8-16 UNC Thread
25.4mm
Max
0.74”
NTS
Bolt
Washer
Battery
Battery/Cable
Connector
18.0mm
Max
DIN
Terminal
3/8”-16
UNC Thread
Terminal
Nut

PC625 installation
1. Using procedures recommended by the manufacturer, carefully disconnect the
cables from your old battery and remove it from the vehicle. Return the spent
battery to the dealer for recycling.
2. Inspect existing battery cables for corrosion, acid damage or insulation
deterioration. Replace if any deterioration is present.
3. Position the PC625 in the battery holder and fasten firmly to the vehicle.
4. Connect the positive (+) cable from your ignition to the positive (+) battery terminal
between the two nuts, with the washer on top.
DO NOT TRY TO LOOSEN THE LOWER NUT.
5. Connect the negative (-) cable from your engine or chassis to the negative (-)
battery terminal between the two nuts, with the washer on top.
DO NOT TRY TO LOOSEN THE LOWER NUT.
6. Torque the top nuts to a maximum per specifications noted in table.
All ODYSSEY installation (except PC625, PC2150 & PC2250)
1. Using procedures recommended by the manufacturer, carefully disconnect the
cables from your old battery and remove it from the vehicle. Return the spent
battery to the dealer for recycling.
2. Inspect existing battery cables for corrosion, acid damage or insulation
deterioration. Replace if any deterioration is present.
3. Position the ODYSSEY in the battery holder and fasten firmly to the vehicle.
4. Connect the positive (+) cable from your ignition to the positive (+) battery terminal.
5. Connect the negative (-) cable from your engine or chassis to the negative (-)
battery terminal.
6. Torque the bolt/screw to a maximum per specifications noted in the table. If you
are using the accessory bolt ©, hold the brass post (A) with a vise grip and counter
torque. Do the same with the GM cable installation.
PC2150 & PC2250 installation
1. Using proper procedures as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, carefully
disconnect the cables from your old battery and remove it from the vehicle.
Return the spent battery to the dealer for proper recycling.
2. Inspect existing battery cables for corrosion, acid damage or insulation
deterioration. Replace if any deterioration is present.
3. Position your ODYSSEY in the battery holder and fasten firmly to the vehicle.
4. Connect the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) battery terminal.
5. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
6. Torque the top bolt/screw or nuts per specifications noted in table.
NOTE: All ODYSSEY batteries are valve regulated sealed batteries and never need to have water or
electrolyte (acid) added. WARRANTY WILL BE VOID IF THE BATTERY IS OPENED.
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ODYSSEY SLI BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
PC310 12 310 100 200 155 8.5 7.8 95.43 3.39 3.98 10 M4 8.9 27.1 455A
(138.0) (86.0) (101.0) (2.7) Bolt (1.0)
PC535 12 535 200 300 265 14.8 13 21 6.70 3.90 6.125 12.0 M6 40 81000A
(170.2) (99.1) (155.6) (5.4) Bolt (4.5)
PC545 12 545 185 300 240 14 12 18 7.00 3.37 5.17 12.6 M6 50 10 1200A
(177.8) (85.6) (131.3) (5.7) Bolt†(5.6)
PC625 12 625 265 440 350 18 17 27 6.70 3.90 6.89 13.2 M6 40 71800A
(170.2) (99.1) (175.0) (6.0) Stud (4.5)
M6 Bolt†
PC680 12 680 220 370 300 17 16 24 7.27 3.11 6.67 15.4 or SAE 50 71800A
(184.7) (79.0) (169.4) (7.0) 3/8” (5.6)
Receptacle
M6 Bolt†
PC925 12 925 380 625 500 28 27 52 6.64 7.05 5.04 26.0 or SAE 60 52400A
(168.6) (179.0) (128.0) (11.8) 3/8” (6.8)
Receptacle
M6 Bolt†
PC1200 12 1200 550 860 725 44 40 78 7.87 6.66 6.80 38.2 or SAE 60 4.5 2600A
(199.9) (169.1) (172.7) (17.4) 3/8” (6.8)
Receptacle
M6 Bolt†
PC1700 12 1700 875 1325 1175 68 65 142 13.02 6.62 6.93 60.9 or SAE 60 3.5 3500A
(330.7) (168.2) (176.0) (27.6) 3/8” (6.8)
Receptacle
PC2150 12 2150 1090 1545 1370 100 95 200 13.00 6.80 9.40 75.0 3/8” 150-200 2.2 5000A
(330.2) (172.7) (238.8) (34.1) Stud/ (16.9-22.6)
SAE
Dual SAE
PC2250 12 2250 1225 1730 1550 126 114 240 11.26 10.59 8.19 86.0 Dual 100 2.1 5000A
(286.0) (269.0) (208.0) (39.0) DIN (11.0)
Terminal
Nominal Capacity Reserve Length Width Height Weight Torque Internal Short
MODEL Voltage PHCA** CCA* HCA MCA (20 Hr (10 Hr Capacity inches inches inches Ibs Terminal Specs Resistance Circuit
(5 Sec) Rate - Ah) Rate - Ah) Minutes (mm) (mm) (mm) (kg) in-Ibs (mΩ)Current
(Nm max)
* Cold Start Performance S.A.E J537 JUNE 82 **Pulse Current † Can be fitted with brass automotive terminal All batteries available with metal jackets, except PC310, PC535, PC625 and PC2250 Operating temperature range: -40°C (-40°F) to 45°C (113°F) • -30°C (-22°F) to 40°C (104°F) for PC2250 • -40°C (-40°F) to 80°C (176°F) with metal jackets on all other sizes
For 3/8
Stud only