Lead-Acid Battery Reconditioning Basics
Identify battery chemistry before any restoration technique.
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What matters
Identify battery chemistry before any restoration technique.
Who this suits
Sulfation is only one battery failure mode.
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Inspect the case and follow charger and manufacturer specifications.
Practical takeaway
Do not add random chemicals or defeat charger protections.
Bottom line
Recycle cracked, swollen, leaking or overheating batteries.