Battery; Battery Maintenance; At Each Charging Cycle; Monthly - Cushman LSV 800 INTL Owner's Manual

Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
If you fill the batteries with electrolyte above the maximum level, you can cause an electrolyte spill
during the charge cycle. An electrolyte spill can cause damage to the vehicle and storage facility.
Be careful when you use aerosol containers near the battery terminals. Use a container with insu-
Use wrenches with insulation to decrease the risk of a short-circuit if a wrench falls across the bat-
tery terminals. A battery short-circuit can cause an explosion.

Battery

A battery is described as two dissimilar metals immersed in an acid. If the acid is absent or if the metals are not dissimi-
lar, a battery has not been created. The batteries in this vehicle are lead acid.
A battery does not store electricity, but it can produce electricity as the result of a chemical reaction which releases stored
chemical energy in the form of electrical energy. The chemical reaction occurs faster in warm conditions and slower in
cold conditions. Temperature is important when conducting tests on a battery and test results must be corrected to adjust
for temperature differences.
An older battery can perform adequately, but its capacity is decreased. Capacity describes the time that a battery can
continue to supply its design amperes from a full charge.
A battery has a maximum life. Good maintenance maximizes the available life and decreases the conditions that can
decrease the life of the battery.

Battery Maintenance

Tool List
Insulated Wrench, 9/16" (14 mm)................................ 1
Hydrometer.................................................................. 1
Battery Protective Spray.............................................. 1
Torque Wrench ............................................................ 1

At Each Charging Cycle

• Before you charge the batteries, inspect the plug of the battery charger and vehicle receptacle housing for dirt or
other particles.
• Charge the batteries after each use.

Monthly

• Inspect all wires for wear, loose connections, corrosion or damage of insulation.
• Make sure that the electrolyte level is correct and add clean water as required.
• Clean the batteries and wire connections.
• Apply battery protectant to the battery terminals.

Electrolyte Level and Water

The correct level of the electrolyte is 1/2" (13 mm) above the plates in each cell.
This level will leave approximately 1/4" - 3/8" (6 - 10 mm) of space between the electrolyte and the vent tube.
The electrolyte level is important because any part of the plates open to air will be damaged.
Always wear a safety shield or approved safety goggles when you add water
Neutralize electrolyte spills with a solution of 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sodium
bicarbonate (baking soda) mixed in 1 quart (1 liter) of water. Clean with
lation to prevent an explosion.
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or charge the batteries.
water.
Tool List
Battery Carrier............................................................. 1
Battery Maintenance Kit P/N 25587G01 ..................... 1
Socket, 9/16" (14 mm)................................................. 1
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