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B9 - CAB VENTILATION FILTER
- CT5-16 Turbo
CLEAN
- Remove access cover (1) (fig. B9).
- Slide out cabin ventilation filter (2) (fig. B9).
- Clean the filter with a compressed air jet.
- Check its condition and change if necessary (see
chapter: 5 - MAINTENANCE: FILTER CAR-
TRIDGES AND BELTS).
- Re-install the filter and access cover.
B10 - BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
CHECK
Check the electrolyte level in each cell of the battery.
NOTE:
If the telescopic handler is working in a
high temperature environment, check the level
more frequently than every 50 hours of service.
- Open the engine cover.
- Remove caps (1) (fig. B10) from each cell of the
battery.
- The level is correct when it is 1/2” (13 mm) above
the top of the plates in the battery.
- If necessary, top up the cells with clean distilled
water that has been stored in a glass container.
- Clean and dry caps (1) (fig. B10) and replace and
tighten.
- Check the terminal connections and lightly coat
them with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
B11- FRONT AND REAR AXLE SPIN-
DLES
GREASE
Clean and lubricate the points (1) (eight fittings) (fig.
B11) with grease (see chapter: 6 - MAINTENANCE:
LUBRICANTS AND FUEL). Remove excess grease.
B12 - REAR AXLE OSCILLATION
GREASE
Clean and lubricate the points (1) (two fittings) (fig.
B12) with grease (see chapter: 6 - MAINTENANCE:
LUBRICANTS AND FUEL). Remove any excess
grease.
B11
1
B12
1
1
B10
1
B9
1
2
WARNING
Handling and servicing a battery can be haz-
arous. Take the following precautions:
-
Wear protective goggles.
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Keep the battery horizontal.
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Never smoke or work near an open flame.
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Work in a well-ventilated area.
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In the event of electrolyte being spilled
onto the skin or splashed in the eyes, rinse
thoroughly with cold water for 15 minutes
and call a doctor.