Taylor-Dunn C0-T50-80, Service And Parts Manual

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Batteries
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MC-T50E-02
C0-T50-80
REMOVE/INSTALL
Lift Out Battery Pack
1: Thoroughly clean the battery and battery compartment. Refer to Cleaning in
this section for information regarding cleaning the batteries.
2: Using a hoist or forklift equipped with a proper battery lifting device (see
illustration), slowly raise the battery out of the vehicle.
3: Inspect the battery compartment for signs of corrosion.
4: If minimal signs of corrosion are seen, then the damaged paint should be
stripped off and the entire battery compartment cleaned and repainted.
5: If there are excessive signs of corrosion, then it may be necessary to replace
some of the frame members or completely rebuild the battery
compartment.
6: Inspect the battery cables and terminals. If any of the cables or
terminals show signs of corrosion, then they must be repaired or
replaced.
7: Install the battery in reverse order.
8: Remove the blocks from the wheels and test drive.
Side Extract Battery
1: Position the vehicle as close as possible to the platform or dolly
where the battery is to be extracted.
2: Turn the start switch OFF and set the park brake.
3: Disconnect the battery cable connector.
4: Remove the battery doors.
5: Use a winch to pull the battery out or a hydraulic ram to push the battery from the opposite end.
6: Install
7: Position the vehicle as close as possible to the platform or dolly where the battery is stored.
8: Confirm the start switch is OFF and the parking brake is set.
9: Use a winch to pull the battery into the vehicle or a hydraulic ram to push the battery from the opposite end.
10: Install the battery doors making sure that both door properly engage the door interlock switches.
Note: The vehicle will not operate unless the doors are properly installed.
11: Connect the battery cable connector.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter and beginning of this
section..
WARNING
Do not allow the loose battery cables to contact any
other parts of the vehicle as this could cause in a
short circuit resulting severe bodily injury or damage
to the vehicle.
WARNING
• Use the proper equipment when handling and transporting batteries. Equipment that is used to lift and
support removable batteries should be rated at a minimum of 1.5 times the total battery weight.
• Keep all body parts out from underneath any battery that is not installed and latched in the vehicle.
Failure to follow these rules may result in severe bodily injury and/or property damage.
WARNING
Before removing the battery:
• Park the vehicle on a level surface. If removing a Side Extract, the vehicle shall be positioned as close as
possible to the platform where the battery will be stored.
• Place the Shift Lever in the center OFF position.
• Make sure the Start switch is in the OFF position.
• Set the park brake.
WARNING