RAC RAC-HP026 12A Battery Charger 6 / 12V

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Sorting: Once collected, the batteries are sorted based on their type, size, and chemistry. Lead-acid batteries are the most common type found in cars and are distinguished from other battery types. Although a new battery should give a number of year’s trouble free motoring, usually somewhere between three and five years, there are a several reasons you may find your battery drained of energy and, temporarily at least, you have a problem that leaves you stranded and unable to make or continue your journey. It is typically located in the engine compartment and serves as the primary source of electricity for starting the engine and powering the vehicle's electrical systems when the engine is not running – or when the electrical load exceeds the capacity of the alternator.

Ensure both vehicles engines are switched off, remove the ignition keys and open their bonnets (or boot if the battery’s located there). Swollen or bloated battery case: If you notice that the battery case appears swollen or bloated, it indicates a problem with the battery and should be replaced immediately. Not all chargers can charge all of these varieties, so always ensure compatibility by reading the manufacturers instructionsbefore you hook up your charger.During the cold winter months, the last thing you need is a breakdown due to car battery problems. Your car battery’s ability to charge is also reduced in the cold weather, something to think about when choosing a new car battery. The cold cranking amps (CCA) stated on your car battery refer to how well the battery can cope with the cold weather. The higher the CCA the better the battery will perform in cold weather conditions.

Faulty products will be replaced as soon as we are able to verify the fault and ship another to you.Then attach the other end of the red jump lead to the positive terminal of the good battery on the second vehicle. If you overcharge, it can cause excessive heat and damage the battery, leading to reduced capacity and a shorter lifespan. We have developed our battery fitting service to take the headache and hassle out of finding and fitting a new battery. Key features of this service include; Scrub any corrosion that’s on the posts of the battery with steel wool to ensure a better charging connection. Although most car batteries can provide trouble-free motoring for between three to five years when cared for correctly, occasions do arise when charging a car battery. Why do car batteries go flat?