Hyster B218, Periodic Maintenance Procedure

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8000 SRM 1009 Battery Maintenance
Maintenance-Free Battery Charger
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, use only on circuits
provided with 5 amps branch circuit protec-
tion in accordance with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
For lift trucks equipped with maintenance-free bat-
teries or industrial batteries, the battery connector
must be disconnected from the truck and connected
to a suitable battery charger. Refer to Operating
Manual.
Battery Charger (W40Z Only)
For lift trucks equipped with the standard battery
pack and on-board charger, it is not required to
disconnect the battery connector before charging the
battery. Connect AC cord to a 120-volt AC outlet.
This will automatically charge the batteries. Refer
to Operating Manual.
NOTE: The utility tray must remain open during
charging to allow batteries proper ventilation.
HOW TO CHANGE THE BATTERY
WARNING
Make sure the capacity of the crane and
spreader bar is greater than the weight of the
battery. The weight of the battery is normally
shown on the battery case. The spreader bar
must NOT be made of metal or it must have
insulated straps.
Batteries are heavy. Use care to avoid injury.
The replacement battery must fit the battery
compartment correctly. Use spacers to prevent
the battery from moving in the battery com-
partment.
Make sure the weight of the replacement bat-
tery is within the maximum and minimum
weights shown on the nameplate.
Make sure the key switch is in the OFF position
and the park brake is set before connecting the
battery.
CAUTION
If the lift truck was operated using a low bat-
tery, inspect for welded contacts BEFORE con-
necting a charged battery. The circuit will not
reset and lift truck operation cannot be con-
trolled if the contacts are welded. Prevent side-
to-side movement of the battery by adjusting
the brackets on each side of the battery and
tighten the capscrews, lockwashers, and nuts
to retain the batteries.
The replacement battery must fit the battery
compartment.
Make sure the battery cables
have clearance to move during lifting and
lowering of the forks. Make sure that the re-
placement battery is the correct voltage and
weight as shown on the capacity plate.
See
Figure 2.
1. Turn the key switch to the OFF position. Discon-
nect the battery. Use a spreader bar and lifting
device to remove the battery.
1. CRANE
2. SPREADER BAR
3. INSULATOR STRAPS
4. BATTERY
Figure 2. Changing the Battery
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