Clark WSTX33, Operator'S Manual

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Section 6. Planned Maintenance and Lubrication
Battery Handling
1. Change (remove) or service storage batteries only in an area des-
ignated for this purpose.
2. Be sure this area has provisions to flush and neutralize spillage, to
ventilate fumes from gassing batteries, and for fire protection.
3. This area should be equipped with material handling tools designed
for removing and replacing batteries, including a conveyor or over-
head hoist. Use lift hooks that have safety latches.
4. Always use a special lifting device such as an insulted spreader bar
to attach the hoist to the battery. The width of the spreader bar must
be the same as the lifting eyes of the battery, to prevent damage
to the battery. If the spreader bar hooks are movable, carefully
adjust the position (width) of the hooks so that the pull is directly
upward (vertical) and no side load or force (pressure) is exerted
on the battery case. Be sure the lift hooks are the correct size to
fit the lifting eyes of the battery.
5. If the battery does not have a cover
of its own or has exposed terminals
and connectors, cover the top with
a non-conductive (insulating) ma-
terial, such as a sheet of plywood or
heavy cardboard, prior to attaching
the lifting device.