Can a gel battery be reconditioned?
Gel batteries are sealed units, so unlike fluid-based batteries you cannot access the cells. The best way to fix and restore a gel battery is to discharge it as much as possible and then charge the battery slowly.
Do you need a special charger for gel batteries?
You can use your regular battery charger on AGM or gel cell batteries. If a battery is discharged to the point that it cannot start the vehicle, use a charger as soon as possible to make sure the battery gets fully charged. AGMs and gel cells can be tested the same way as conventional batteries.
How do I test a gel battery?
How to Test Gel Batteries
- Access the gel-cell battery by removing the terminal covers. Then disconnect the battery from the vehicle.
- Attach the voltmeter’s tester leads/clamps to the gel battery.
- Turn on the voltmeter and look at the reading shown.
- Recharge the gel battery if you receive a low voltage reading.
Why is my tractor battery not cranking up?
When you get the tractor running again, hold the voltage meter to the batter and it should be reading at least 14V, if not, then your battery isn’t charging. Temperature also has an affect on the amps, so your battery could be reading above 12V but still won’t crank because the amps are too low.
Why does my 655 engine won’t crank?
After I finished mowing yesterday I shut down the 655 and later tried to re-start and it wouldn’t crank like the battery was dead. I checked the battery with a multi-meter and it checked out to 11.7 volts. I then checked the ignition switch and it was good.
Can a bad ignition switch cause a bad starter?
The first thing to check in these situations is the battery. If the battery is OK, then you have either a bad starter or a bad ignition switch. With a little bit of time and some patience, you can tell which one is the problem. What Else Is Working?
What should battery voltage be when not cranking?
A voltage around 11.7 shows battery only charged to 10% of full capacity. Load testing will reveal the hidden inner secrets of the lead cell. Either load test the battery with a load tester or measure the battery voltage WHILE CRANKING.