Common Causes of Failure

The following are most common causes of battery failures.

• Accessories are left on overnight or for an extended period without the generator operating.
• Driving at slow speed for short periods.
• Electrical load exceeding generator output particularly due to addition of aftermarket equipment.
• Defects in charging system. See Generator Symptom Diagnosis 
• Battery abuse, including failure to keep battery cable terminals clean and too tight or too loose battery hold down clamp.
• Mechanical problems in electrical system such as shorted or pinched wires.
• Deterioration of battery due to long-term use.