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Water for Batteries

Although Distilled Water is commonly used for replenishing lost battery electrolyte water, it is not mandatory.

What is important is that there be NO CONTAMINANTS in water added to a battery.

Any contamination can adversely effect the chemistry of the battery and either limit proper operation of the battery, or depending on the contaminant, ruin the battery.

For this reason, use of Distilled Water guarantees that topping-off the battery will not cause damage.

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