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    Battery on it's side

    When using a sealed battery for my FF, is there any issue using and/or storing the battery on it's side? I don't think it can leak since it's sealed, but I wasn't sure. Also, didn't know if being on its side would reduce its power or longevity. Thoughts?
    Thanks,
    Bruce
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  • #2
    If it is a AGM type battery then it can safely be operated on its side. Hobie's battery tray shows it with agm battery on side and Hook1 has battery install page with battery on side in box.

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    • #3
      I have used my 12v on its side for the last 2 years and never had any issues.
      Shane
      Hobie Outback

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      • #4
        If its not a top off battery like Marine batteries for boats or says sealed lead acid. It is most likely a AGM battery and yes you can. I do some custom applications at work and put the seal batteries on their sides all the time so i can get 4 into a cabinet.
        "If you can't have fun doing it, it ain't worth doing." ... or you're just doing it wrong.

        My Blog "Confessions of a fisherman, hunter and tinkerer"

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        • #5
          SLA or sealed lead acid batteries have no fluid in them as it is in the mats between the plates in the battery. You can use them in any position without worry about them spilling acid.

          John
          John


          Ocean Kayak Trident 13 Angler (Sand)
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          Vibe Skipjack 90

          Graduate of the University of the Republic of South Vietnam, class of 1972

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          • #6
            Sounds unanimous..on the side it goes.
            Thanks,
            Bruce

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