Page 2 - Monthly Archives: September 2012
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- September 10, 2012
Batteries are used to power a wide variety of household gadgets from alarm clocks and flashlights to MP3 players and cordless phones. Whether a battery is single-use or rechargeable, it will eventually lose its charge or the ability to be recharged. Reports indicate that the average person discards eight small batteries each year.
Preventing Environmental Damage
When your battery no longer performs as it should, you must take steps to properly dispose it. This ensures that any recyclable materials are reclaimed. Recyclers will take the necessary precautions to prevent environmental damage.
Some battery components, such as nickel, mercury, lead acid, and alkaline are considered toxic waste. Here are some tips on how to recycle your batteries.
There are government regulations that prohibit placing batteries that contain any of these materials or substances in regular weekly household trash. Some jurisdictions permit individuals to discard non-alkaline, single-use batteries in household trash
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- September 06, 2012
RV batteries are durable deep-cycle batteries that are designed to withstand heavy and constant use. You can get the most from your RV batteries with proper care and maintenance.
The major factors that determine how long your battery will provide useful service are how often and how much you discharge and recharge your battery. If you do not recharge your battery soon after it discharges, you will shorten its life expectancy. You should never fully discharge your battery because it can stress and damage the internal components.
The amount that you should drain your RV battery prior to recharging it will depend upon the manufacturer’s guidance. Undercharging is the most common reasons that a battery fails. For some models, a complete cycle is to discharge the battery from a 100 percent charge to a 50 percent charge. If you only discharge the battery to an 80 percent charge prior to recharging it, the battery will last half as long as a battery that is properly discharged. In general, you
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- September 06, 2012
An electrically powered scooter is an important aid for individuals with reduced mobility. Taking proper care of the scooter and following the manufacturer’s recommended charging procedures will make the batteries last longer. You will eventually need to replace the scooter batteries because they will reach the end of their serviceable life. Knowing how to replace worn-out batteries will save money and ensure that your scooter will be ready when you need it. Contact Medicare or your insurance company to determine whether they will cover the cost of a new battery.
The following steps are a general overview of how to change the scooter batteries in an electric mobility scooter. The work will require a screwdriver, a set of pliers, and an adjustable wrench. To prevent the scooter from moving while you are changing the battery, place it in the “Drive” position before turning it off.
Each scooter has a different configuration. In most cases, the battery is located low on the scooter to help
