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If your car battery has ever died and left you stranded on the side of the road near Troy, then you already know the pain and frustration of waiting for someone to come to your rescue. Fortunately, if you have a portable car battery charger on hand, you can give your battery a boost all by yourself and proceed to your destination safely. There are a few different types of car battery chargers, all of which serve different purposes that we will sort out in this helpful guide from our service team.
Below, we’ve covered how to use a car battery charger, the different types of chargers available to you, and what you can expect when you use one. Keep reading to learn more, then let us know if you have any questions.
If the battery still has some juice, it’s likely that a good jolt from the charger will get it going again. Before you get started, however, you may have to remove the car battery in order to charge it; it depends on the car you drive. Many car batteries are easy to access, but if you have one that’s located under the fender, in the trunk, or under the seat, you may need additional tools or help from a service expert. If you’d rather have a professional take a closer look at your car battery, schedule service online today!
There are three main types of car battery chargers: charger, maintainer, and restorer. Every type serves a specific purpose:
Important Note: If you find yourself relying on a battery charger often, that’s a sign of a bigger issue that should be addressed.
First, make sure the charger is off. Then, follow these general instructions (or the instructions that come with your charger):
The timeframe required to charge your battery depends on the output of the charger as well as the condition of your car battery. If the voltage of the battery is less than 11.85, and you have a charger that supplies a five-amp charger rate, it’ll take about 12 hours to fully charge your battery. If the charge rate of the charger is 10 amps, however, it’ll take about six hours to fully charge the battery. Those time estimates are for car batteries with 400-500 cold-cranking amps. The number of cold-cranking amps, as well as the battery’s voltage, affect charge times. You can also use this helpful guide to gauge how long your car battery should last.
If your battery continues to give off lackluster energy, it may be time to replace it entirely. Contact us online to explain the situation, and we’ll make sure to have a new OEM-certified battery waiting for you!
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