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If a battery fails the 30-minute alarm load test, what action is mandatory?

Section 5.4.3.1 states that any battery that fails to meet its rated capacity or the system load requirements must be replaced.

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Question: If a battery fails the 30-minute alarm load test, what action is mandatory?

Answer options:

  • Recharge it for 48 hours and retest
  • Add distilled water (if vented) ✅ Replace the battery with a new one of identical rating
  • Connect a second battery in parallel

Correct answer: Replace the battery with a new one of identical rating

Explanation: Section 5.4.3.1 states that any battery that fails to meet its rated capacity or the system load requirements must be replaced.

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