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During an annual inspection of a central battery system, a technician finds a lead-acid battery cell with a specific gravity reading that deviates more than 0.010 from the average of all cells. What is the required action?

Consistent with CSA C282 and battery maintenance standards, a significant deviation in specific gravity indicates an imbalanced state requiring an equalization

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Question: During an annual inspection of a central battery system, a technician finds a lead-acid battery cell with a specific gravity reading that deviates more than 0.010 from the average of all cells. What is the required action?

Answer options:

  • Replace the entire battery string immediately
  • Record the reading and recheck in one month ✅ Perform an equalization charge according to manufacturer instructions
  • Add distilled water to the low-reading cell only

Correct answer: Perform an equalization charge according to manufacturer instructions

Explanation: Consistent with CSA C282 and battery maintenance standards, a significant deviation in specific gravity indicates an imbalanced state requiring an equalization charge to restore cell uniformity.

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