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HOW-TO: Testing batteries – how to do it properly!
Correctly checking the battery with the right testing devices.
Follow the instructions below and of course, always read the operating instructions for the testing device. You can also find information on personal safety procedures in the operating instructions. Please always keep these in mind. Safety first! The information provided here is intended to act as a rough guide for using all Banner test devices.
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HOW TO: Correctly perform the jump start
What should I pay attention to when performing the jump start?
You can always rely on your Banner battery if it has been well maintained. But what if your neighbour, or even better your hopefully pretty neighbour, is struggling to start their car? Of course, you jump in to help and want to show off by quickly and simply performing a jump start. This is how you do it properly!
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Hobby and leisure batteries for long-term discharge
Power to take with you!
The Banner long-term discharge batteries are specialised, professional batteries that stand out from the rest and like professionals, they do their job in a way that’s perfectly suited for their field of application and uncompromising in their quality. Among other things, they provide portable energy for sailing and electric boats, yachts, camper vans and motor homes, camping/caravanning and the solar sector.
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HOW TO: Hibernate battery
What should I pay attention to when hibernating a battery?
When the battery is not in use or is idle for a longer period of time, it is important to supply the battery correctly. We’ll explain how it works!
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HOW TO: Correctly registering start-stop batteries
What should I pay attention to when changing start-stop batteries?
More and more vehicle manufacturers of start-stop models require the battery to be read into the system and registered. This can be done in just a few steps using a multi-brand diagnostic tool (Banner Battery Service Tool - BBST).
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Start-stop battery tip
Can I install a more powerful battery in my car with start-stop technology?
Modern start-stop vehicles have a battery energy management system (BEM) that uses sensors to monitor one or more batteries. We will explain what needs to be considered when installing more powerful batteries.
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Commercial vehicle batteries
What batteries are needed in a commercial vehicle and what are the differences?
Increasing demands are being placed on batteries for the commercial vehicle sector. Extreme vibration resistance and higher cold start currents are key features.
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HOW TO: Correctly charging the car battery
What should I pay attention to when charging a battery?
Frequent short trips and additional electrical loads drain the energy level of the car battery start by start and drive by drive. The battery regains power once it is recharged.
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Start-stop system
How does a start-stop system work?
More than 70 percent of all new cars are equipped with a start-stop system. The automatic start-stop function automatically shuts down and restarts the engine when the vehicle is stationary.
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Banner Lexicon: Self-discharge
What does self-discharge mean?
Self-discharge refers to self-running electrochemical processes which cause batteries (accumulators) to discharge more or less quickly, even if no electrical consumers are connected.
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Everything you need to know about battery degassing
Is it necessary to use a degassing tube when installing a battery in the interior?
Yes, definitely! Let us explain to you why this is so important.
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Finding the right battery
How to find the right battery and which points have to be considered?
In order to assign the right battery to your vehicle, we use extensive industry and manufacturing data. Some parameters should also be checked.
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