Before You Buy
Tips for Buying a Battery
Check the following when you buy a new battery
- UPS batteries generally last about 3 to 5 years, depending on kind of usage. So planning to change them around the 3 year mark is advisable. But if you find that the batteries are swollen however, make sure to get your units serviced instead of just changing the battery.
- Ensure your current battery has failed. Sometimes, your vehicle's electrical system could have a problem.
- Refer battery group size recommended by your manufacturer in the vehicle manual. Battery group size indicates the battery size that will best fit the physical dimensions of your vehicle. Many vehicles can accommodate more than one group size
- Before fitting the new battery, check the electrical system of your vehicle
- Check the cranking voltage which should be more than 9.8 volts across the battery terminal
- Check the alternator charging voltage which should be between 13.8V - 14.5V across the battery terminal
- Ensure that your battery is not disposed of in any manner other than by depositing it with the local dealer/manufacturer/registered recycler/ importer/ reconditioner or at the designated collection centers. What's more, you get paid for being a responsible citizen! Your dealer will pay you for the dead battery or deduct from the new battery price!