Atlas Copco — Recharging a battery
Maintenance
From a Atlas Copco owner's manual covering: QAX 12 Dd, QAX 20 Dd, QAX 30 Dd, Qc1002. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Deutz F2M 2011 F engine, Deutz F3M 2011 F engine, Deutz BF3M 2011 F engine
Before you start
- When charging batteries, each cell must be open
Procedure
- Check electrolyte level in each cell before and after charging; top up with distilled water only.
- Keep each cell open, i.e. plugs and/or cover removed.
- Prefer the slow charging method.
- Set charge current to battery capacity in Ah divided by 20.
- Use a commercial automatic battery charger according to its manufacturer's instructions.
Tools required
- Automatic battery charger Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Charge current (A) = battery capacity (Ah) / 20
Source: Atlas Copco owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.