INTERSTATE BATTERIES YT12B-BS 12V 10Ah Rechargeable Powersports Battery Owner’s Manual
- June 14, 2024
- INTERSTATE BATTERIES
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POWERED BY POWERSPORTS POWERSPORTS
MAINTENANCE FREE
DRY CHARGED • AND PACK
BATTERY
OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PREPARING YOUR BATTERY FOR SERVICE
Read and follow all of these instructions carefully. Failure to do so may
result in bodily injury and/or damage to vehicle.
DANGER/POISON!
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Be sure to read all safety instructions and follow directions carefully.
| Shield eyes – Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury.
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| No sparks, flames or smoking.
| Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns.
| Flush eyes immediately with water.
Get medical help fast.
| If spilled – spread baking soda over the wet area and then dilute with large
amounts of water.
| If swallowed drink as much water or milk as possible. Get medical help fast
STEP 1: BATTERY PREPARATION
NOTE: The battery may be equipped either with a foil strip or caps/ plugs
inserted into the filler openings. Remove the foil covering or plugs only when
the battery is to be prepared for service prior to acid installation.
1a. Remove and retain the individual caps/plugs from the top of the battery.
Remove and dispose of the foil strip from the top of the battery, There are
normally six plastic caps or one fail strip.
1b. Remove and discard the vent cap from the top/side of the battery if
applicable. Note – these are not used on AGM sealed batteries.
THERE ARE SIX FILL CAPS OR ONE FOIL STRIP
WARNING: Failure to remove the vent cap seal on conventional batteries prior to filling can cause the battery to explode or disperse excess acid/ gas abnormally, causing personal injury and damage electrical, chrome and painted parts.
STEP 2: FILLING THE BATTERY
NOTE: There are two types of batteries- conventional and sealed.
If you do not know which type you have, please consult your Interstate
Batteries authorized dealer prior to filling the battery.
Failure to follow instructions may shorten battery life and/or be
**dangerous .
Follow these instructions for filling batteries that have black cases or
that are sealed.
2a. Place the battery on a level surface and remove the caps and or sealing
tape from the battery (not the acid bottles). Acid must not be warmer than 86°
FI30° Cat the time of filling.
2b. A separate container of sulfuric acid electrolyte will be included with
the battery.
DO NOT** cut off or puncture the sealed end of the container’s cap or
remove the foil seal.
DO NOT PUNCTURE THE SEALS IN THE TOP OF THE ACID BOTTLES| DO NOT
PEEL THE SEALS AWAY FROM THE TOP OF THE ACID BOTTLES
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2c. Place the electrolyte (acid) container upside down with the six sealed
areas so that the sealed ends mate with the six filler ports of the battery.
Push the electrolyte (acid) container down firmly enough to break the seals.
The electrolyte (acid) should start to flow when the seals are punctured. Be
sure to keep the bottles straight up (vertical).
2d. Be sure that the bubbles are rising in all six cells after the puncture,
thus emptying the electrolyte (acid). You may lightly tap on the bottom of the
electrolyte (acid) container to expedite the process. Do not remove until all
of the electrolyte (acid) has flowed into the battery case. Be careful not to
drip any electrolyte (acid) when removing the electrolyte {acid) container.
2e. Let battery stand for a minimum of one hour to allow gases to escape.
NOTE: If you have extra acid in the fill bottle after filling the
battery, you can neutralize the acid with an equal amount of baking soda.
Dispose of acid bottle and any leftover acid according to local regulations.
STEP 3: INSTALLING THE CAP(S)/SEALING PLUG(S)
After the battery has stood for one hour, replace the cap(s)/sealing plugls).
Attach the clear (long) vent tube that s provided if you have not (where
applicable), making sure the vent tube is not criimped and free of blockage.
Wash off any acid spills with water, dry the battery and proceed with
charging.
INSTALL THE CAP(S) OR SEALING PLUG(S)
STEP 4: CHARGING THE BATTERY
DO NOT EXCEED CHARGING GUIDELINES
It is recommended to use a fully automatic battery charger of the correct
amperage range and voltage for 6 volt and 12 volt batteries that has settings
for AGM (sealed) batteries.
The battery will typically need to be Charged for three to six hours or until
the charger indicates the battery is fully charged.
4a. Select the correct amperage range. Failure to select the correct amperage
range can result in battery damage. Use the guidelines below to select the
correct amperage range.
• For batteries that are rated 12 amp hours (AH) or less, charge with no more
than 1amp.
• For batteries that are rated at 13 amp hours (AH) or greater, charge with no
more than 1.5 amps.
4b. When the charger indicates that the battery is fully charged, disconnect
the charger and let the battery sit for at least one hour.
4c. Measure the voltage.
AGM: if voltage measures 12.8 or less, put back on the charger for one to
three hours (depending on your charger)
WARNING: Do not exceed charging guidelines. Overcharging the battery may cause an explosion, excess gases and or premature failure or shorter battery life.
STEP 5: INSTALLING THE BATTERY IN YOUR VEHICLE
5a. If any electrolyte (acid) has spilled on the battery, be sure to wash it
off prior to installation.
5b Position battery in holder. 5
5c. Fasten battery firmly to vehicle. Connect terminal properly-Positive (+)
cable to the positive terminal on battery, Negative (-)cable to the negative
terminal on battery.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
AGM batteries are maintenance free; do not open. Opening an AGM battery voids
the warranty.
If the vehicle is not used frequently, the battery will require periodic
recharging.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
To replace under warranty in U.S., call 1.800.872.4100 or email
[email protected].
For limited warranty, see InterstateBatteries.com/amz-
warranty.
Distributed by Interstate Batteries, Dallas, TX 75251 USA
interstatebatteries.com
22021 Interstate Batteries
MBRND 21222450
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