Think I might have fried it

[billiardbrett1]

Hi Guys,

Did a stupid thing on Saturday and connected a battery charger without removing the leads. Just a quick top up to get it started so I could go and buy a new battery. Anyway when I tried to start the disco (97 Series 1) up, the alarm came on and the key in the ignition won't stop it. I haven't used the hand set in years and only operate the car by using the key.
So the question is, how bad have I done and can anyone suggest how to get the car back up & running?

Thanks
Brett

[Blknight.aus]

most likey the battery went completely dead and the alarm has been upset.

do the reset thing and see how it goes with the new battery.

[101RRS]

Hi Guys,

Did a stupid thing on Saturday and connected a battery charger without removing the leads.

Hi Brett - why do you think that is a stupid thing to do - In 40 years of driving I have never removed the leads even in my RRS and not had any issues. For sure - turn off the charger before disconnecting the charger clips to prevent sparking (battery explosions) and voltage spikes but I have never removed battery cables to charge the battery.

I do not think your issues are directly related to the charging and as mentioned I think the battery has just died upsetting systems.

Garry

[billiardbrett1]

Thanks guys,
I have always disconnected a battery before charging so you can see why I thought that may have been the problem. I will go and get a battery tomorrow and see what happens. If that doesn't work I will be back to ask for more ideas
Brett