Taylor-Dunn B0-050-00, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Batteries Page 2
CLEANING
Battery electrolyte will stain and corrode most surfaces. Immediately
and thoroughly clean any surface outside of the battery that the
battery electrolyte comes in contact with. Failure to clean may result
in property damage.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
6. Dry dirt can be readily blown off with low-pressure air or brushed off.
7. Wetness or wet dirt on the batteries indicates battery acid. Using a nonmetallic brush with
flexible bristles, wash the batteries off with a strong solution of baking soda and hot water (1
lb. of soda to a gallon of water). Continue until all fizzing stops, which indicates that the acid
has been neutralized. Then rinse thoroughly with clear water. DO NOT get any of the solution
into the battery cells.
8. Reconnect the batteries, remove the blocks from the wheels and test drive.
Explosive mixtures of Hydrogen gas are present within battery cells
at all times. Do not work with or charge battery in an area where
open flames (including gas furnace or water heater pilots), sparks,
cigarettes, or any other sources of combustion are present. Always
provide ample ventilation in rooms where batteries are being charged.
Failure to do so may result in severe bodily injury and/or property
damage.
A battery is a live electrical source. It cannot be disconnected or
neutralized. Do not drop any tool or conductive object onto the battery.
A conductive object that comes in contact with the battery terminals
will initiate a short circuit of the battery. This could cause the battery
to explode resulting in severe bodily injury and/or property damage.
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous. It contains sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing. Wear rubber gloves
and safety glasses while servicing batteries. DO NOT INGEST! This
may result in severe bodily injury.