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Bosch BatteriesDeep cycle for instant power


Designed Power for Electric Vehicles

Deep Cycle Batteries

Where are Deep Cycle Batteries used?

Bosch Deep Cycle Batteries are extensively used throughout the service, recreational and electric vehicular industries. With great reliability, they are placed into mobile power consumers such as

• Caravans

• Boats

• Golf carts

• Motorised disability cars and wheelchairs

• Mobile signal systems and

• Traffic control systems

• Supplementary drive systems amongst other hobby, leisure and industrial applications.

Battery reliability

Bosch has carefully engineered its range of Deep Cycle Batteries to ensure high cycle stability, guaranteeing a reliable power supply.

These batteries are specifically designed for a range of applications that require frequent charge and discharge cycles, in order to perform under demanding conditions.

Bosch has been manufacturing batteries since 1927. So with 85 years of product development, you can be assured of high quality, reliable performance and extreme efficiency.


Deep Cycle Battery Product range

*LA/M = Low antimony grids - low maintenance

Descrip-tion

Comments Bosch Part No.

20 HR CAP

Min Discharge

@ 25

Min Discharge

@ 75

CCA MCA Length (mm)

Width (mm)

Total Height (mm)

LA/M 6V Deep Cycle applications BGC15 230 120 260 181 276



LA/M 6V Deep Cycle applications B9C11 250 130 298 178 292


LA/M 6V Deep Cycle applications B8C6V 330 170 298 178 365

LA/M 6V Deep Cycle applications B8L16 370 190 298 178 419

LA/M 8V Deep Cycle applications BGC8V 165 85 260 181 283



LA/M 12V Deep Cycle applications BDC24 75 130 500 625 273 171 238

LA/M 12V Deep Cycle applications BDC27 90 175 575 715 318 171 238

LA/M 12V Deep Cycle applications BDC31DT 105 185 650 810 330 171 241

Hybrid12 volt automotive and marine starting and cycling applications.

BDP24 65 120 550 685 273 171 238

Hybrid12 volt automotive and marine starting and cycling applications.

BDP27 80 150 650 810 318 171 238


What is Full-Frame Technology?

Full-Frame Positive and Negative Grids:

• Prevents electrical shorts from exposed wire.

• Provides better current transfers from all sides of the plate for greater starting power.

• Increases grids tensiles strengths resisting plate growth to safeguard against performance loss over time.

• Reinforced structure better withstands severe service or deep cycling demands.

Grid Design:

• Bosch grids come with more top frame wire connections.

• More top frame connections not only deliver more power directly through the battery, but also significantly increase the tensile strength of the grid.

• An increased tensile strength resists plate growth, which is a leading cause of battery shorts.


Product range Overview of specifications

293mm 173mm147mm

B8C11

B8L16

B8C6

52mm

91mm

288mm

366mm

341mm

178mm

52mm

91mm

288mm

178mm

366mm

341mm

89mm

44mm

178mm

149mm

96mm96mm

298mm

44mm

c/L

381mm413mm

406mm

340mm

87mm


Product range Overview of specifications cont’d

BGC15

BGC25

B9C11

10.25[260]

10.21[259]

10.89[277]

7.02[178]

7.09[180]

9.69[246]

1.79[46]

3.32[84]

1.80[46]

298mm

44mm284mm

178mm

264mm

91mm

52mm

260mm

46mm

277mm

259mm 178mm

180mm

246 mm

46mm

46mm

277mm

260mm

259mm 178mm

180mm

246 mm

46mm

84mm

260mm


BGC45

BGC8V

B8C12

260mm

46mm

294mm

259mm 178mm

180mm

263 mm

45mm

260mm

259mm 178mm

180mm

245mm

276mm

260mm

44mm

176mm

368mm

338mm

73mm

35 mm

390mm

374mm


Product range Overview of specifications cont’d

B9C12

BDC24

BDC27

318mm164mm

172mm

301mm

300mm

39mm

66mm28mm

233mm

203mm

374mm

390mm

176mm

44mm337mm

366mm

273mm

139mm

137mm

255mm

255mm

39mm

63mm

24mm

233mm

203mm


BDC31DT

BDP24

BDP27

324mm

237mm

238mm

163mm

158mm

217mm

171mm

328mm

79mm

15.2mm

30mm 24mm

41mm

318mm164mm

172mm

301mm

300mm

39mm

66mm28mm

233mm

203mm

273mm139mm

137mm

255mm

255mm

39mm

63mm

24mm

233mm

203mm


MAINTENANCE – CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

1) Before placing the battery on charge after it has been in service, check its water level. If the level is below the separators at the start of charge, add only enough water to cover the separators.

2) Always check specific gravity and temperature readings before charging the battery. Correct specific gravity readings to 27°C.

3) If an automatic or taper-type charger is used, set the rate of charge according to the charger manufacturer’s instructions.

4) Do not overcharge & do not undercharge. If the battery temperature reaches 52°C during the charging cycle, the charging rate should be lowered or interrupted until the battery has cooled to room temperature. Specific gravity readings should be corrected to 27°C. For each 10°C increment above 27°C add four points to the hydrometer reading. E.g.: 32°C at 1.250 Sp. Gr. = 1.254 Sp. Gr. For each 10°C below 27°C, subtract four points from the hydrometer reading. E.g.: 21°C at 1.250 Sp. Gr. = 1.246 Sp. Gr.

5) Before charging, be sure that the electrolyte covers the top of the plates. If not, add approved water to bring level to the top of plates. Do not overfill, as the electrolyte will expand during charging. Always replace vent caps before charging. After charging is complete, follow step six.

6) Do not overfill & do not underfill the battery. Fill each cell to approximately 3mm below the bottom of the extended vent tube. Overfilling the cells when adding water results in the loss of electrolyte, lowering specific gravity and ampere hour capacity. NOTE: never add acid to a battery—use only approved water.

7) Keep battery tops dry and clean. A moist condition will result in electrical leakage across the battery to the metal hold-down clamp, causing corrosion build-up.a. With vent caps firmly in place, periodically clean

battery tops, hold-down bracket, and terminal connections with baking soda solution and a brush. NOTE: protective gloves should be worn when undertaking this procedure.

b. Check all terminals and tighten firmly. Apply a thin coating of petroleum jelly to repel corrosion.

8) Never allow battery to stand unused in a discharged condition. After each use, no matter how short, the battery should be fully recharged.

9) If the battery does not come up to full charge after following the correct charging procedure (as provided by the manufacturer of the charger used), check for low-line voltage and/or a faulty charger. If charging problems persist, please contact the distributor/reseller from which the battery was purchased.

10) If the battery’s performance is weak or slow while in service, the following checks should be performed:a. Using a hydrometer, take specific gravity readings

of all cells. If readings are above 1.225 specific gravity, apply a load test to each individual battery using a load tester, following the manufacturer’s recommended procedure and instructions. If the battery proves to be unserviceable, it should be replaced. NOTE: do not apply load tester if cell readings are below 1.225 specific gravity.

11) If the equipment being used contains multiple batteries, all batteries should be of approximately the same age.

12) If the temperature of the battery or the outside/ambient temperature is below 15°C, the battery’s performance and capacity will be reduced, and more

Bosch Deep Cycle Batteries

charging time will be required.

OFF-DUTY STORAGE

1) If a battery is stored and not kept in regular service, it should be maintained as follows:a. Maintain at full rate of charge.b. Store in a cool, dry place, ensuring the ambient

temperature is not below 0°C and not above 27°C. A battery at 1.100 specific gravity will freeze at -7°C.

c. Ensure charging procedure is completed every 45 days, or whenever the measured specific gravity reading has dropped to 1.200, corrected to 27°C.

2) The battery will self-discharge when not in use. Approximate rates of discharge are indicated below:a. At 38°C: discharge rate = 3 pts in specific gravity per day.b. At 27°C: discharge rate = 2 pts in specific gravity per day.c. At 10°C: discharge rate = 0.5 pts in specific gravity per day.d. At -1°C, discharge rate = 0.1 pts in specific gravity per day.

Proper care and maintenance of batteries used in motive power service is the key to ensuring maximum performance, sustained trouble-free lifespan, and greatly-reduced equipment operating costs.

WARNING – CARE ADVISED!Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away from batteries at all times. Never lean over battery when jump starting or performing other maintenance.

• Hazardous according to the Criteria of WorkSafe Australia. Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. No Smoking - keep sparks and flames away from battery terminals. When charging or using battery in an enclosed space provide ventilation. These batteries contain sulphuric acid. If acid contacts eyes, skin or clothing flush immediately with large amounts of water. In case of eye contact with acid see physician immediately. In case of sparks, do not wipe the battery with dried textile. Store and transport in upright position.

Waste information: Battery contains lead [Pb] do not dispose of to general waste. Some components of the battery and packaging are recyclable.


WARRANTY PERIOD

12 months

The applicable warranty period, commencing on the date of purchase is as follows:

Warranty Conditions• The warranty period is not renewed or extended as a result of a

warranty repair or replacement.• Proof of purchase must be supplied with any warranty claim.• The warranty is not transferable and is only offered to the original

end-user of the Bosch battery.• No employee or agent of Bosch Australia is permitted to amend any

warranty terms.• The warranty only applies to Bosch batteries purchased from an

authorised reseller in Australia or New Zealand.• To the extent that any condition or warranty implied by law is

excludable, such condition or warranty is excluded.• Replacement of Bosch batteries must follow the applicable vehicle

manufacturer’s recommended replacement intervals.

Warranty ExclusionsThe warranty offered by Bosch Australia is void if the defect or fault is caused by:• a failure to follow installation, operating or maintenance

instructions.• inappropriate or improper use, or use of the Bosch battery for

purposes other than that for which it was designed. • lack of care in storage, handling, general use or accident.• repairs, alterations or modifications to the Bosch battery which

have been performed by a third party without Bosch Australia’s consent.

• foreign contamination and/or water entry.• overcharging.

The warranty also does not include: • Cost of consumables or accessories or labour costs.• Wear and tear. • Normal or scheduled maintenance.• To the extent permitted by law, any damage to property, personal

injury, direct or indirect loss, consequential losses or other expenses.

• Changes in the condition or operational qualities of the Bosch battery resulting from incorrect storage or mounting, or due to climatic, environmental or other influences.

Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty Ltd Nationwide Battery Warranty

How to Make a Warranty ClaimIf a Bosch battery fails within the warranty period as a result of a manufacturing or material fault or defect, consumers should:• Return the battery to a Bosch Authorised Battery Distributor,

along with proof of purchase and a full description of the problem, for warranty evaluation and/or repair.

• To locate a Bosch Authorised Battery Distributor within Australia or New Zealand, please call 1300 060 060 or visit bosch.com.au.

• All warranty assessments and repairs must be conducted by a Bosch Authorised Battery Distributor.

Bosch Australia Contact Details• This warranty is offered by Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty Ltd of

1555 Centre Road, Clayton South, Victoria 3168. Please call Bosch Australia on 1300 307 040 if you have any queries in relation to this warranty.

Important Note: Australian Consumer Law

• This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies held by a consumer at law. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

March 2012

Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty. Ltd.Cnr. Centre & McNaughton Roads, Clayton Vic 3168

For further information on Bosch Batteries or to find your local Bosch distributor call the Bosch Customer Service Line on 1300 30 70 40.Also visit the website at www.bosch.com.au

New Bosch Warranty conditions apply to purchases made on/after 1 January 2012. For a full copy of the Bosch Batteries conditions, please visit : http://www.bosch.com.au/content/language1/downloads/battery_warranty.PDF

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