Clark HWXE 30, Operator'S Manual

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Planned Maintenance
To maximize battery life:
1. Follow normal battery maintenance procedures, re-charging before
80% discharged and with periodic equalizing charges.
2. Don’t add acid to a battery. Only a qualified battery technician should
determine if this maintenance is necessary.
3. Lift battery only with a correctly-constructed lifting device that will not
put pressure on the battery case.
4. Keep open flames, tools, and metal objects away from the top of battery
to prevent short circuits and explosions.
5. Do not overcharge.
6. Check the battery electrolyte level after each charging. Add water if
the top of the separator or plates are visible. Do not overfill!
7. Keep the battery clean and dry. Clean as needed.
8. Keep battery service records.
IMPORTANT!
Some trucks are equipped with battery stops or blocks.
Others do not require them. If the truck being serviced has
battery stops or blocks, be sure none are missing or dam-
aged. Replace them as necessary. If they are an adjustable
type, be sure they are correctly adjusted and tightened.
Battery Life
1. Use only a lead-acid battery with the voltage and ampere-hour rating
specified for the truck.
2. When changing batteries on battery electric trucks, replacement bat-
teries must be of the service weight that falls within the minimum and
maximum range specified on the truck data plate.
3. Handle battery only with approved lifting device.
4. Install the battery correctly in the truck and secure it in position.
Battery Installation