Pacific Floorcare S-24, Manual

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SERVICING LEAD ACID BATTERIES (NON-HYDROLINK
®
MODELS)
NEVER:
• Add acid to a battery.
• Smoke near batteries.
• Charge a frozen battery.
• Leave an acid spill unattended.
• Store batteries unless they are fully charged.
• Charge a battery when the temperature is above 122°F (50°C).
• Charge a flooded battery without securing vent caps on the cells.
• Place objects on top of batteries, which can cause a short circuit.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
SAFETY
WATERING
CLEANING & INSPECTION
• Eye protection
• Acid resistant gloves
• Distilled water
• Baking soda to neutralize acid spills
ALWAYS:
• Neutralize acid spills with baking soda and water.
• Use insulated tools to verify connections are tight.
• If contact with electrolyte (sulfuric acid) occurs, flush with large
amounts of water.
• Use only distilled water (tap water can contain contaminants that will
damage the battery).
• Remove the caps and place them upside down to check electrolyte
levels.
• For discharged or partially charged batteries, add just enough water to
cover the plates.
• Fully charge the batteries.
• Add distilled water to a level of 1/8” (0.125”) below the vent well.
• Fluid on the top of a battery may mean it is being over-watered or overcharged.
• Check cleanliness and keep terminals and connectors free of corrosion.
• Clean with a solution of one cup baking soda to one gallon of water.
• Do not allow cleaning solution to get inside the battery.
• Rinse with water and dry with a clean cloth.
• Keep the area around batteries clean and dry.
• Properly secure all vent caps.
• Check battery cables and connections. Replace any damaged cables and tighten any loose connections.