
in place. Use multipurpose grease as shown in the
Mainte-
nance Schedule
and lubricate the lever and pivots as nee-
ded.
Battery Check
WARNING
Never put tools or other metal on the battery. Metal on
the battery can cause a short circuit and possible dam-
age or injury.
The acid in the electrolyte can cause injury. If the elec-
trolyte is spilled, use water to flush the area. Make the
acid neutral with a solution of sodium bicarbonate
(soda). Acid in the eyes must be flushed with water
immediately.
Batteries generate explosive fumes. Keep the vents in
the caps clean. Keep sparks or open flames away from
the battery area. DO NOT make a spark from the battery
connections.
Disconnect the battery when doing maintenance.
NOTE:
There can be one of two types of batteries. One
type has removable cell caps. The other type has sealed
cells. The sealed batteries require a different charger, the
electrolyte level or specific gravity cannot be checked and
water cannot be added to the electrolyte.
Make sure that the voltage and the weight of the battery
are correct as shown on the Nameplate. See
to check for correct battery dimensions.
Keep the battery case and the area for the battery clean
and painted. Leakage from the battery and corrosion can
cause a malfunction in the electric controls of the lift truck.
Use a water and sodium bicarbonate (soda) solution to
clean the battery and the battery area. Keep the top of the
battery clean, dry and free of corrosion.
Make sure the battery is charged and has the correct volt-
age and ampere hour rating for the lift truck. See the
Nameplate.
Inspect the battery case, connector and cables for damage,
cracks or breaks. See the battery dealer in the area to
repair any damage.
On batteries with cell caps, check the level of the electro-
lyte daily on a minimum of one cell. Add only distilled water,
as necessary, to all cells that do not have the correct elec-
trolyte level. The correct level is halfway between the top of
the plates and the bottom of the fill hole.
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