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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by PoleApart, Feb 2, 2007.

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  1. PoleApart

    PoleApart Formula 3

    Sep 28, 2005
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    #1 PoleApart, Feb 2, 2007
    When charging the battery should I disconnect it first if using a regular charger (not a battery tender)? Maybe just the positive terminal?

    Do I risk anything going funny if I disconnect it?

    Does anyone per chance know an on-line store in Europe where I could get the UFI oil filter and air filter for the 328? Can't locate them anywhere in Poland.

    Thanks

    Przemek
     
  2. GCalo

    GCalo F1 Veteran

    Sep 15, 2004
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    #2 GCalo, Feb 2, 2007
    I would try contacting UFI directly for a source near you.

    http://www.ufi.it

    As to charging, if your terminals are properly connected I see no reason why you should disconnect the lines. You could if it makes you happier.

    After you charge it put a teder on it. It will boil over if you leave a charger on it.
     
  3. ferraridriver

    ferraridriver F1 Rookie

    Aug 8, 2002
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    #3 ferraridriver, Feb 2, 2007
    The safe way to charge is to disconnect the negative cable from the battery first then connect the charger. This way you cannot harm anything in the car if the charger cables are miss-connected or if you get an overvoltage. Further working only with the negative cable you are less likely to create a short with the tools.

    Remember that an arc can cause an hydrogen gas explosion
     
  4. marco246

    marco246 Formula Junior

    Mar 25, 2004
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    #4 marco246, Feb 4, 2007
    Przemek,

    Your 328 should have a negative terminal disconnect on it already. With the front hatch open, look on the driver's side near the radiator. I always disconnect when charging the battery. With a battery tender it's not necessary.

    Cheers, Mark
     

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