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Battery Type

NortonSS
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Just bought a Maypole charger for my Focus MK4 , There are two option modes 1/ STD  2/ AGM .

Iv'e chosen option 2 (AGM) is this OK ?.

Also is a AGM battery the same as an EFB , if my car is a EFB will charging in the AGM mode damage it ?

Many Thanks

Ps what would happen if you used an old lead acid charger.

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    Loads of  comparison of the two types on the web, including this , or you might try looking at the web site for the manufacturer of your battery. And of course the supplier of your charger!

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    26 minutes ago, NortonSS said:

    Just bought a Maypole charger

    Ka-ching said @StephenFord 🤣🤣🎉

     

     

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    There should be a sticker on the battery to tell you what type it is, as below.

    Not a good idea to use an old type charger on a modern vehicle with an "intelligent" charging system.

     

     

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    My Maypole automatically chooses the right selection for your battery type

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