http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb en-us http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb ActiveKB NX CustSvc@ibsa.com Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:34:24 EDT 20 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=1 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=1 Charging Recommendation for all Deep Cycle Batteries whose part number start with the letter "U" (this includes the following battery part numbers: U1800, U200 ... Harold Ferrari Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:05:10 EDT http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=6 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=6 Note: Interstate’s automotive and commercial starting and Marine/RV batteries are considered Maintenance-Free products under normal operating conditions. However, in the event of an extreme ... Kerrie Howe Mon, 03 Nov 2008 17:05:44 EST http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=48 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=48 Limited Warranty Interstate Battery System of America, Inc. (“IBSA”) warrants only to the original purchaser that: 1) this battery is free of defects in material and workmanship f ... Kerrie Howe Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:40:38 EDT http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=4 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=4 Usually it takes several hours to effectively recharge a battery. It is best to slow charge the battery. Slow charging rates vary depending on the battery’s type and capacity. However on a ... Kerrie Howe Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:29:31 EST http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=53 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=53 How to read the date code on an Interstate 12-volt and 6-volt automotive, commercial, or marine battery A 4 or 5-digit shipping date code is engraved into the cover of each In ... Kerrie Howe Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:01:46 EDT http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=9 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=9 There are a number of factors affecting an alternator’s ability to adequately charge a battery. The greatest factors are: 1) How much current (amps) from the alternator is diverted to th ... Kerrie Howe Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:43:41 EDT http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=8 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=8 Deep discharges (leaving your lights on) Misapplication Using an undersized battery Loss of electrolyte due to under-hood heat or overcharging Undercharging or loose alternator belt ... Kerrie Howe Mon, 03 Nov 2008 15:48:06 EST http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=3 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=3 No, the type of plastic (polypropylene) used in battery cases today is a great electrical insulator, therefore cement causes no electrical discharge effect to the battery. Kerrie Howe Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:56:35 EST http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=52 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=52 Below are listed some of the most common deep-cycle batteries along with their voltage and Ah capacity (@ 20 HR). Should you need information on one not listed, please contact us. Part # ... Kerrie Howe Tue, 08 Jun 2010 10:43:42 EDT http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=7 http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/questions.php?questionid=7 Quality of the Product Meets or Exceeds CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) and RC (Reserve Capacity) ratings for your specific vehicle Availability of correct product to fit your vehicle Nati ... Kerrie Howe Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:33:52 EDT