Batteries <R46>

[FRC1511]

Rule 46 states:
Items Specifically Prohibited from use include:
*Batteries different from or in addition to those provided in the Kit of Parts

Does the "in addition to" mean that we are not allowed to buy any additional batteries and are forced to run ONLY on the ones provided in the kit? ie two batteries for an entire competition?

[FRC845]

I purchased additional batteries as instructed from a local distributor. The batteries are MK ES17-12. The serial number is 12V-17AH/20HR rather than the number (12V-18AH/20HR) of the two provided in the kit. I called MK batteries in Calif. and was told that the batteries are the same. Will there be a problem using the ones I purchased during the competition? I need to know ASAP as I only have three days to return the purchased batteries. Thank you.

[GDC]

Please refer to Rule <R46>, as amended in Update #3.