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POWER TRAIN
MLC650 SERVICE/MAINTENANCE MANUAL
7-2
Published 09-09-16, Control # 229-09
Loose Hold-Downs
Loose hold-downs will allow the battery to vibrate in the
holder. This can cause cracks or wear in the container and
cause the acid to leak. Leaking acid corrodes terminals and
cables, causing high resistance at the battery connections,
which weakens the battery. Hold-downs can also distort or
crack the container.
Overloads
Avoid prolonged cranking or the addition of extra electric
devices. These can drain the battery and may cause
excessive heat.
Multiple Battery System
The crane’s 24 V
DC
system is powered by two 12 V
DC
batteries connected in series (see
Always refer to the wiring diagram for the correct
connections. Be careful not to reverse the battery
connections.
Installing the batteries with electrical connections that are
reversed will not only damage batteries but also the crane’s
electrical system, voltage regulator, and/or alternator.
Battery Maintenance
Checking Battery State of Charge
Special equipment is required to properly determine the
condition of a battery that has been in service. However, a
voltmeter can be used to determine a battery’s state of
charge by checking the voltage between the battery
terminals (see
).
This open-circuit test is the simplest test, but not as accurate
in determining a battery’s condition as a hydrometer test.
The advantage is that the cell covers do not need to be
opened, eliminating the possibility of cell contamination and
electrolyte spill.
FIGURE 7-1
Front of Crane
Item Description
1
Cover Hold-Down Bolt (qty 4)
2
12
V
DC
Battery (qty 2)
3
Battery Cover with Latches
CAUTION
Potential Electronic Control Module Malfunction!
Before disconnecting the batteries or opening the battery
disconnect, make sure that the engine ignition switch has
been off for 5 minutes. This will avoid engine fault codes
and undesirable operation.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard!
Each battery weighs approximately 58 kg (130 lb). Use
proper lifting procedures.
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