WHY DO ELECSOL BATTERIES OUT CYCLE FLOODED/SEALED & GEL TYPES?

All batteries are manufactured to provide a certain number of deep discharge cycles. The conventional leisure battery should give a cycling life of between 200 - 300 deep discharges. A Gel battery will give between 400 - 500 cycles and an AGM battery 600 - 800 cycles. The ELECSOL batteries will give over 1000 deep discharge cycles.

Batteries fail in cycling life due to a permanent encapsulation of PbSO4 on the plates (lead sulphation). The capacity loss is more rapid with these battery types, the deeper that the battery is discharged, the quicker lead sulphation builds up. Upon recharging the battery, not all of this sulphation is converted back to lead (PB0). The result is a gradual loss of capacity.

Another major reason for premature battery failure is due to the oxide shredding from the plate. Standard lead plates are bound only with acrylic and polyester fibres they do not serve as reinforcement of the plate. The cycling life of the ELECSOL battery is much greater than all other battery types because THE CARBON FIBRE ELIMINATES LEAD SULPHATION OF THE PLATES PERMANENTLY.  Upon recharging, all the original capacity will be replenished. Carbon Fibre acts as a mechanical reinforcement fibre to the lead grid and paste reducing oxide shredding.

HOW CAN I AVOID OVER CHARGING A DEEP CYCLE LEISURE BATTERY?

Never leave your battery connected to a charger for more than the time required. Over charging occurs when the battery remains on charge after it has reached full charge (14.40 volts). Overcharging causes excess heat that can cause the plates within the cells to buckle and shred their active material.

The battery will also react to the overcharge by producing excess hydrogen and oxygen as the water within the electrolyte breaks down. The water that is lost due to overcharging can be replaced in a non sealed battery. In a sealed battery the water loss is permanent and will negatively effect the battery service life.

HOW DO I RECHARGE AN ELECSOL BATTERY FROM FLAT?

First check the electrolyte is just covering the plates (never over fill), if necessary top up using distilled water.   Depending on how flat the battery is, charging will take up to 11 hours using a quality 10 amp charger (based on the EL 90/110). The battery is fully charged when the charging voltage reaches 14.4 volts.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I LEAVE MY ELECSOL BATTERY IN A DISCHARGED STATE

Unlike conventional batteries, the ELECSOL range does not suffer from permanent lead sulphation which is caused by leaving your battery in a discharged state or by overcharging .

HOW DO I CONNECT TWO OR MORE BATTERIES TO GIVE ME MORE CAPACITY ?

For 240 volts through an inverter, connect the batteries in parallel, negative-to-negative and positive-to-positive.
To increase capacity for 12 volts, connect the batteries in parallel, negative-to-negative and positive-to-positive.
For 24 volt, 36 volt and 48-volt systems, connect in series, positive-to-negative.
Never mix battery capacities, this will cause over charging on one battery and insufficient charge on the other. Connect a 100 amph to a 100 amph. If one battery is significantly older, it can pull a newer battery down because of lead sulphation.

I HAVE A 75 AMP BATTERY, CAN I REPLACE IT WITH A HIGHER RATED ONE ?

 Yes, if your electrical needs have increased it is always wise to check how much extra amp's you require to run your equipment efficiently. We say there is no substitute for power, however where size restrictions exist the 80/100 amph battery has been designed to give you that extra power you need, whilst keeping the size and weight of the battery to a minimum.

CAN I USE THE ELECSOL BATTERY FOR ENGINE STARTING ?

Unlike traditional leisure batteries, ELECSOL has been designed with for dual purpose applications for use both as a domestic battery and for starting.

Elecsol UK Warranty

The Elecsol product is warranted under normal usage against defects in workmanship and materials to the original purchaser for a period of 5 years (see applications) from the date of purchase, providing the conditions are met.

The warranty service will be performed free of charge, except for insurance, handling, transportation and incidental charges. A minimum charge of £10.00 per battery will be levied on any claim returned under warranty for delivery. This charge will only be levied against batteries that have been tested and found to have no manufacturing defects and have been returned due to insufficient charging / maintenance.

The warranty card with the purchase will require the following information Purchases name, address and proof of purchase when claiming under the warranty.

The battery replacement service is to be carried out solely by the manufacturer and not be affiliate dealers.

The warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, excludes failure resulting from wear and tear, incorrect application and mis-use (refer to do’s and don’ts) negligence either before or during use.

Elecsol assumes no responsibility from any other claims not specially stated.

For warranty related questions email technical@elecsolbatteries.com

Charging Information

Guidance to open circuit voltage

12.80V - Fully Charged

12.40V - 50% Discharged

10.70V-  Fully Discharged

Applications

5 Years : Caravans and Motorhomes

5 Years: Cruisers / Yachts/Narrowboats

5 Years : Engine Starting /Motor Movers /Wheelchairs

Do's and Dont's

Do. Condition charge your battery after purchase and prior to use.

Do. Keep the terminals and posts free from corrosion. Lightly coat with petroleum jelly

Do. Always keep your battery in the highest possible state of charge.

Do. Always keep your battery upright and adeuately secure.

Do. Apply a condition charge at the end of the season and remove from caravan / motorhome / boat.

Do. It is highly recommended to use quality charging equipment.

Don't . Never over charge your battery. The battery is fully charged when the voltage reaches 14.40V. Once disconnecting the charge and after 24hrs a fully charged battery should have a voltage of 12.80V ,this can be checked with a multimeter.

Don't. Never over-discharge your battery. The battery is fully discharged when the load voltage is 10.70V. Charge immediately.

Don't. Never leave your battery in a discharged state for prolonged period of time.

Don't. Never leave the battery connected to your Caravan / Motorhome / Boat during the out of season period.

Don't. Never reverse the polarity on your battery charging leads as this may damage your battery.