itive and negative wires from the charging source.

The bends in the top terminal connectors should be made about one inch
above the pillar posts to eliminate the danger of breakage at the post.

In tightening the bolts, do not use excessive force, as there is
liability of stripping the threads.

After the cells have stood for 12 hours with electrolyte in the jars,
they should be put on charge at the following rates:

Type Amperes
---- -------
PH-7 4
PH-9 5
PH-11 6-1/4
PH-13 7-1/2
PH-15 9
PH-17 10

They should be left on charge continuously until the specific gravity
of the electrolyte reaches a maximum and remains constant for six
hours. At this point, each cell should be gassing freely and the
voltage should read about 2.45 volts per cell, with the above current
flowing.

Under normal conditions it will require approximately 80 hours to
complete the initial charge. The final gravity will be approximately
1.250. If the gravity is above this value, remove a little electrolyte
and add the same amount of distilled water.

If the gravity is too low, remove a little of the electrolyte and add
the same amount of 1.400 specific gravity acid and leave on charge as
before.

After either water or acid has been added, charge the cells three
hours longer in order to thoroughly mix the solution, and if at the
end of that time the gravity is between 1.245 and 1.255, the cells are
ready for service.

It is very important that the initial charge be continued until the
specific gravity reaches a maximum value, regardless of the length of
time required. The battery must not be discharged until the initial
charge has been completed.

If it is impossible to charge the battery continuously, the charge can
be stopped over night, but must be resumed the next day.

It is preferable to charge the battery at the ampere rate given above,
but if this cannot be done, the temperature must be carefully watched
so that it does not exceed 110 deg. F.

Wilard Rubber Jar Batteries Shipped Completely Charged and Filled with
Electrolyte

Immediately upon receipt of battery, remove the soft rubber nipples
and unscrew the vent plugs.

The soft rubber nipples are to be discarded, as they are used only for
protection during shipment. Inspect each cell to see whether the
electrolyte is at the proper height.

If the electrolyte is simply a little low and there is no evidence of
any having been spille