One battery burst today
I have six 6 volt coach batteries and one of them burst today. Is there any danger in having the engine running or connecting up to shore power before I replace it? Also, there isn't much room in the...
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Hi,
Yes. This is what I would do--I've not put it in any order other than the first two items.
Disconnect the negative wire(s).
Some converters do NOT like to operate without a battery to smooth the voltage.
In addition:
Take a photograph as well as marking all the positive wires with red tape.
Make up a paste of baking soda and water.
Clean with the baking soda paste and then rinse well with lots of water water.
Wear wool clothing.
Wear eye protection.
Wear disposable gloves.
Consider using corrosion resistant paint to touch up the compartment.
Yes. This is what I would do--I've not put it in any order other than the first two items.
Disconnect the negative wire(s).
Some converters do NOT like to operate without a battery to smooth the voltage.
In addition:
Take a photograph as well as marking all the positive wires with red tape.
Make up a paste of baking soda and water.
Clean with the baking soda paste and then rinse well with lots of water water.
Wear wool clothing.
Wear eye protection.
Wear disposable gloves.
Consider using corrosion resistant paint to touch up the compartment.
