Checking Battery Electrolyte Level

The following procedure can be used to check the battery electrolyte level.

1. Remove the battery cell caps (Fig 1 ).
   Fig 1: Removing Battery Caps - Export Battery

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2. Look through the battery cap holes to determine the level of the electrolyte in the battery (Fig 2 ). The electrolyte should be approximately 1 centimeter above the battery plates or until the hook inside the battery cap holes is covered.
   Fig 2: Identifying Hook Inside Battery Cap Holes - Export Battery

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3. Add only distilled water until the electrolyte level is about one centimeter above the plates.