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How can I tell the age of my battery? 21 Mar 2012 | 02:34 am
How to read the date code on an Interstate 12-volt and 6-volt automotive, commercial, or marine batteryA 4 or 5-digit shipping date code is engraved into the cover of each Inte ...
How do I charge certain deep cycle 6-volt and 12-volt batteries? 1 Apr 2011 | 09:36 am
Charging Recommendation for all Deep Cycle Batteries whose part number start with the letter "U" (this includes the following battery part numbers: U1800, U200 ...
How long does it take to charge a battery? 10 Feb 2011 | 11:12 am
The more discharged that a battery is, then the longer it will take to recharge it. Usually it takes several hours to effectively recharge a battery. If a battery is very discharged then it c ...
Will driving a car fully recharge a battery? 31 Aug 2010 | 05:43 am
There are a number of factors affecting an alternator’s ability to adequately charge a battery. The greatest factors are: 1) How much current (amps) from the alternator is diverted to th ...
For the deep-cycle batteries with a part number that begins with the letter "U", what is the voltage and amp-hour rating? 9 Jun 2010 | 02:43 am
Below are listed some of the most common deep-cycle batteries along with their voltage and Ah capacity (@ 20 HR). Should you need information on one not listed, please contact us. Part # ...
What is Interstate's Vehicle Battery Warranty? 14 Oct 2009 | 02:40 am
Limited Warranty Interstate Battery System of America, Inc. (“IBSA”) warrants only to the original purchaser that: 1) this battery is free of defects in material and workmanship f ...
How do I find a warranty dealer? 9 Jul 2009 | 12:20 am
For Battery Dealer Locator click HERE.
Who manufactures Interstate batteries? 3 Jul 2009 | 10:03 am
Interstate's automotive batteries are made by Johnson Controls, the world leader in battery quality with more than 80 years in the business. All but a few of these batteries are made i ...
How do I maintain my battery? 4 Nov 2008 | 11:05 am
Note: Interstate’s automotive and commercial starting and Marine/RV batteries are considered Maintenance-Free products under normal operating conditions. However, in the event of an extreme ...
What are the most common causes of premature battery failures? 4 Nov 2008 | 09:48 am
Deep discharges (leaving your lights on) Misapplication Using an undersized battery Loss of electrolyte due to under-hood heat or overcharging Undercharging or loose alternator belt ...
