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MB-440-07
Storing and Returning to Service
Both storing your vehicle and returning it to service should only be performed by authorized
personnel.
Storing Your Vehicle
• Clean the batteries, then fill and charge before
putting the vehicle in storage. Do not store batteries
in a discharged condition.
• Lube all grease fittings.
•
Clean, dry, and check all exposed electrical
connections.
• Inflate the tires to proper pressure (if applicable).
•
For extended storage, the vehicle should be elevated
so that the tires are not touching the ground.
If stored for a prolonged period, the batteries should be charged as follows:
Returning to Service
•
Check the battery state of charge and charge if required.
•
Perform all applicable maintenance checks in the Maintenance Schedule.
•
Remove any blocks from the vehicle and/or place the vehicle down on to the ground.
•
Test drive before putting into normal service.
Storage Temperature
(F)
Charging Interval
(Months)
Over 60
1
Between 40 and 60
2
Below 40
6
S t o r i n g b a t t e r i e s t h a t a re
discharged or allowing stored
batteries to discharge while in
storage causes sulphation of the
battery plates. This will result in
reduced capacity and premature
failure of the batteries.
NOTICE
