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| Author: | DocGlenn [ Thu Jul 14, 2016 6:10 am ] |
| Post subject: | OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
I just installed the Hobie battery kit in mt Outback. Easy to install, and seems to be very secure in holding the battery. The battery is sealed, so I don't think there would be an issue, but when I store my Outback, I store it upside down on a rack. Therefore, the battery is also upside down also. Could there be any kind of problem doing this? I started thinking about it last night, and pulled it out this morning just to be safe, but if there isn't a problem with the battery being upside down for long periods of time, i won't worry about it anymore. Thanks for the help! |
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| Author: | Dr.SteelheadCatcher [ Thu Jul 14, 2016 7:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
The battery is a "gel cell" construction, so it will not leak. |
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| Author: | DocGlenn [ Thu Jul 14, 2016 8:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
That's what I thought. I didn't see anyway for it to be a problem, but you never know..........Thanks! |
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| Author: | Grizz [ Sat Jul 16, 2016 6:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
Depending on how long you are going to store it, you might want to take it out and put it on the trickle charger. |
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| Author: | JohnsYak [ Sat Jul 16, 2016 6:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
I remove mine after each outing...my Revo is heavy enough to load on top of my SUV without the extra weight. That little sucker is heavy. |
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| Author: | JohnsYak [ Sat Jul 16, 2016 6:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
Grizz wrote: Depending on how long you are going to store it, you might want to take it out and put it on the trickle charger. Just how long can the battery can be idle without a recharge....thinking about next winter... |
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| Author: | HStrech [ Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
We recommend pulling the battery out and recharging it immediately after each use, then unplugging the battery once fully charged. Storing your battery in a discharged state may inhibit your battery from holding a charge. Also, during periods of long-term storage, we recommend charging your battery once a month. |
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| Author: | JohnsYak [ Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:58 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OK to store Hobie battery upside down? |
HStrech wrote: We recommend pulling the battery out and recharging it immediately after each use, then unplugging the battery once fully charged. Storing your battery in a discharged state may inhibit your battery from holding a charge. Also, during periods of long-term storage, we recommend charging your battery once a month. Thanks..... |
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