Maintenance & Operation…
Designed to be MAINTENANCE FREE. No upkeep required!
WARM TO THE TOUCH
The catalytic process that creates water from gas as a by product creates heat as the hydrogen and oxygen molecules are stitched back together. During the charging cycle, FLUX Vents should be warm to the touch. Not all vents will maintain the same temperature. Some may be cooler while others in the same string may be cooler.
ITS OK TO LAY FLUX VENTS ON THEIR SIDE: For years, recombination battery vents could not be laid on their side when removing to add water to battery cells. Flux Vents are the only recombination vent equipped with an advanced liquid collection system that prevents saturation of internal components. It is no longer necessary to keep vents upright when removing them.
SURE SEAL: Each FLUX Vent is equipped with our Sure Seal bayonet fitting system where by adjusting the thickness of the washer, we can accomodate any standard bayonet battery opening. Each FLUX Vent should come with the appropriate size rubber washer based on battery’s manufacturer. Sizing kits are available upon request if you are either unsure of the battery’s manufacturer or you are transferring a FLUX Vent from one battery manufacturer to another.
Operational Voltage Requirement:
DO NOT CHARGE OVER 2.4 V/CELL - FLUX Vents must not be installed on battery systems where the voltage per cell exceeds 2.4 V/CELL ±1% during any charging phase, including bulk, absorption, float, maintenance, or equalization. If charging voltages exceed this threshold, the FLUX Vents must be removed and replaced with standard vent caps prior to initiating the charge cycle.
Charging above this threshold for any extended period of time may damage the FLUX Vents and void any warranty claims.
Monitoring Water Loss:
INITIAL TIMING AND ROUTINE CHECKS
Battery systems vary in configuration, capacity, and duty cycle, which directly impacts the rate of electrolyte loss and the corresponding water savings achieved through the use of catalytic recombination vents. It is therefore advised that system operators perform standard electrolyte level inspections on each cell at regular intervals for an initial observation period of 60 to 90 days. This baseline monitoring phase allows for empirical determination of recombination effectiveness and site specific water retention rates. Once water consumption trends are clearly established, the frequency of routine maintenance checks may be adjusted accordingly to reflect the reduced need for electrolyte replenishment.
RECORDING ELECTROLYTE LEVELS
During inspection, apply a strip of painter’s tape or comparable low-adhesive labeling material to the exterior of each cell, aligning the bottom edge of the tape precisely with the observed electrolyte surface level. Clearly mark the date of inspection and indicate whether water was added. This method provides a simple, visual reference to track electrolyte level changes over time and supports accurate long-term monitoring of water consumption trends across the battery system.