Author Topic: Overheated Batteries  (Read 5431 times)

George H. Wall

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Overheated Batteries
« on: September 13, 2010, 06:12:25 PM »
Does anyone have a problem with their batteries overheating on long hard climbs, such as crossing the Rockies or Smokies?? I have had this problem recently with temps in excess of 145 degrees, with warning beeping going off.  If I throw water on top of the batts, the alarm stops and temps return to normal. All water levels are normal, and I have bored holes in the batt compartment to enhance air flow. Any thoughts??  Henry Wall
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Bob Adams

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Re: Overheated Batteries
« Reply #1 on: September 13, 2010, 09:52:16 PM »
My batteries overheated after a 13 hour drive on a hot day (approx 98F) and again after an 8 hour drive in similar conditions another day.  Relatively flat terrain, but a two hour traffic jam the first time. I couldn't tell when the warning code occurred, because I had the beeper turned off. I cleared the code both times, but never could put a finger on exactly what caused it. The battery compartment is pretty well sealed, no vents, and the engine exhaust muffler is nearby, so I can see how they would get hot, but don't know what to do about it. Was running genny and both roof airs when it occurred. After the second occurrence, I didn't run jenny or airs and problem did not reoccur. Can't figure logic why that would have made difference though.
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Orman Claxton

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Re: Overheated Batteries
« Reply #2 on: September 14, 2010, 05:42:50 PM »
I have the Beaver Monterey,2005,
I am having the same problem w/ battery overheating.  I have not checked yet, but maybe the Regulator is the problem.
Thanks
Orman
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Tom and Pat Fudale

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Re: Overheated Batteries
« Reply #3 on: October 02, 2010, 01:00:33 AM »
I had the problem of battery overheating, so I purchased a air conditioner condenser fan, and cut a hole in the side of the battery compartment.  I fastened the fan, and control it with a attic temperature control to come on when the compartment gets too hot. Seems to work fine so far.
« Last Edit: October 02, 2010, 01:14:02 AM by 14 »

Orman Claxton

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Re: Overheated Batteries
« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2010, 03:11:26 AM »
I am also having the same problem, especially here in AZ.  I am leaning toward the Voltgage regulator,
Orman Claxton
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Roy Mueller

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Re: Overheated Batteries
« Reply #5 on: October 07, 2010, 05:25:51 AM »
If your voltage is 14.2 and you are not using water, your regulator is ok.
Venting the batt compartment is a good idea.

Roy Mueller                    
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