Storing And Returning To Service; Storing Your Vehicle; Returning To Service - Taylor-Dunn BT-280 Series Operator's Manual

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 do not touch 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.
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Storage Temperature
(F)
Over 60
Between 40 and 60
Below 40
NOTICE
Storing batteries that are
discharged or allowing stored
batteries to discharge while in
storage cause sulphation of the
battery plates. This will result in
reduced capacity and premature
failure of the batteries.
Charging Interval (months)
1
2
6
MB-280-02
Operator Manual