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BATTERY SPECIFIC GRAVITY
The battery should not be left in the discharged state. When battery
performance becomes questionable, check the specific gravity of the
electrolyte, terminals of battery and alternator.
The normal specific gravity is 1.260 as corrected at 20oC (68oF). It
changes to about 0.0007 for every 1oC (1.8oF). If the specific gravity of
the electrolyte does not indicate the correct value, charge the battery
soon.
DAILY INSPECTION
To maintain your lift truck in proper condition and ready for safe
operation, be sure to perform the daily checks indicated below. If you
note any malfunction notify your Local Authorized Dealer.
1. Check battery fluid level.
2. Check brake fluid level and for leaks.
3. Check hydraulic oil level and for oil line leaks.
4. Check engine oil level.
5. Check engine coolant level and check cooling system for leaks.
6. Check transmission oil level and for leaks.
7. Check the fuel line (hoses, pipes, connections) for leaks. Also check
the fuel tank drain plug for leaks.
8. Check the water separator of the fuel filter. If necessary, drain the
water from the separator (Diesel lift trucks).
9. Check the radiator core for clogging.
• If there is dirt or dust on the radiator core, the engine may
overheat. Clean the radiator core with compressed air or steam
so as not to deform the core fins.
10. Check the color of the exhaust gas after the engine is warmed up.
• "Colorless or light blue" exhaust represents complete
combustion.
• "Black" exhaust represents incomplete combustion and "White"
exhaust shows burning of engine oil.
WARNING
!
• Exhaust gas contains harmful substances, therefore
sufficient ventilation must be secured in case you have to
start it in an enclosed area.
• This exhaust gas check must be conducted in an open area.
1.30
1.300
1.290
1.280
1.270
1.260
1.250
1.240
1.230
1.220
1.210
1.200
1.190
1.180
1.170
1.160
1.150
1.140
1.130
1.120
1.110
1.100
1.28
1.26
1.24
1.22
Specific gr
av
ity
1.20
1.18
1.16
1.14
1.12
1.10
(˚F)
(14)
(32) (50) (68) (86) (104) (122)
–10
0
10
20
30
40
50
˚C
Electrolyte temperature
1.300
1.290
1.280
1.270
1.260
1.250
1.240
1.230
1.220
1.210
1.200
1.190
1.180
1.170
1.160
1.150
1.140
1.130
1.120
1.110
1.100
