Dead battery & won't charge .

[Richard 858]

Whilst my car's been up on axle stands for the last 4 months (I know, I know) I've mostly kept the battery plugged into my accumate charger / conditioner & all has been well. Went to check last night and battery completely dead, no power at ignition and no charge getting to battery. I haven't disconnected the terminals yet but wondered if these symptoms were typical of a blown fuse or relay before I start pulling things apart. Otherwise I'm assuming a big drain somewhere - I bloody hate electrics ! Any tips, as ever much appreciated.

[Richard 858]

I think it's a normal wet type, I'll check later. It's only about 3 years old I think (fitted by previous owner) and has been faultless to date. If I'd left it off the accumate for a week or so in the past it fully recharged in less than 30 minutes once hooked back up, and never had any starting issues until now !).

[Richard 858]

Thanks again for all suggestions.

My accumate is 15 months old and suspect ok, however if it is faulty could it have sucked all the juice from the battery whilst connected ? I'm not even getting a flicker from any lights - dashboard or otherwise.

I'll get back in the garage later and remove battery for proper checks.