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Cummins/Onan RGA-IN1 — Battery Check (BT1)

Maintenance

For the Cummins/Onan RGA-IN1, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

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Before you start

  • Ignition of explosive battery gases can cause severe personal injury.

Procedure

  1. Check battery charge condition with a hydrometer.
  2. Electrolyte specific gravity should be about 1.260 for a fully charged battery at 80°F (27°C).
  3. Add distilled water to keep electrolyte at proper level, then recharge.
  4. If battery will not recharge, replace it.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • 1.260 specific gravity at 80°F

Source: Cummins/Onan service 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.

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