Taylor-Dunn RE-380-36, Service And Replacement Parts Manual, Page: 95 / 150

Batteries
Page 95
MR-380-05
RE-380-36 & RE-380-48
REMOVE/INSTALL
Individual Batteries
1: Using an insulated wrench, disconnect the cables
from the battery to be removed.
2: Using a battery lifting strap, remove the battery from
the vehicle.
3: Inspect the battery compartment for corrosion. If
there is significant corrosion, all batteries should be
removed and the compartment cleaned and painted.
4: Install the battery and torque the battery terminal hardware
per torque listed in the Hardware Torque table at the end
of this section.
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 Direction Control switch in the center OFF position.
• Make sure the Start switch is in the OFF position.
• Set the park brake.
WARNING
Individual batteries can weight up to 80 pounds or
more. To avoid injury, use proper lifting techniques
or a hoist to remove the battery.
WARNING