NAVAIR 17-15BAD-1 technical manual serves as the primary authority for the operation, service, and maintenance of naval aircraft and support equipment storage batteries

12. Troubleshooting Common Faults

| Fault | Likely cause | Corrective action | |-------|--------------|-------------------| | Low OCV (<24V) | Sulfation (lead) or memory effect (Ni-Cd) | Equalize charge, then capacity test. | | Short runtime | Low capacity | Perform restoration cycles (Sec 7.3). | | Bulging case | Overcharge or thermal runaway | Condemn immediately – high risk. | | Corroded terminal | Acid creep or venting | Clean, apply grease; if recurring – replace. | | Charger trips | Internal short | Measure resistance – if <0.1 ohm – condemn. | | Hot case (>55°C) | Overcharge or high current | Stop charge, cool 4h, test capacity. |

• Type: Rechargeable, low-maintenance, spill-proof design
• Nominal Voltage: 24V (12 cells @ 2.0–2.1V per cell)
• Capacity: 15 Ah (ampere-hour) @ C/1 rate
• Weight: 28–32 lbs (12.7–14.5 kg)
• Case Material: High-impact polypropylene or aluminum alloy
• Connector: MS3509-1 or equivalent two-pin quick disconnect

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Chapter 4: Normal Operation & Daily Checks

Once in service, the 1715BAD1 requires daily visual inspections per the manual’s Table 4-1.