Battery Maintenance - Upright SL20 Operator's Manual

M
AINTENANCE
Never perform service in the elevating assembly area while the platform is
elevated without first blocking the elevating assembly.
DO NOT stand in elevating assembly area while deploying or storing brace.
DO NOT block elevating assembly with a load on the platform.
B
B
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep sparks, flame, and smoking material
away from battery.
Always wear safety glasses when working near batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Thoroughly rinse away any spilled fluid with
clean water.
Always replace batteries with UpRight batteries or manufacturer approved
replacements weighing 62 lbs. each.
SL20
W A R N I N G
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T E
LOCKING HE LEVATING
B I
RACE NSTALLATION
1. Park the work platform on firm, level surface.
2. Turn and hold the Chassis Key Switch to
Chassis. Push the Lift/Lower Switch to LIFT
and elevate the platform approximately two
feet.
3. Place a 4 inch x 4 inch wood block as shown
in Figure 6.
4. Turn and hold the Chassis Key Switch to
CHASSIS. Push Chassis Lift Switch to
LOWER and gradually lower the platform
until the elevating assembly is supported by
the wood block.
B R
RACE EMOVAL
1. Turn and hold the Chassis Key Switch to
Chassis. Push the Lift/Lower Switch to LIFT
and gradually raise the platform until the wood block can be removed.
2. Remove the wood block.
3. Turn and hold the Chassis Key Switch to CHASSIS. Push the Lift/Lower Switch to LOWER
and completely lower platform.
M
ATTERY AINTENANCE
W A R N I N G
!
• Check battery fluid levels daily, especially if
the
warm, dry climate.
• If electrolyte level is lower than 3/8 in. (10 mm) above
the
water ONLY. Do not use tap water with high mineral content, as it will shorten battery
life.
• The battery and cables should be inspected regularly for signs of cracks in the case,
electrolyte leakage and corrosion of the terminals. Inspect cables for worn spots or
breaks in the insulation and for broken cable terminals. Keep terminals and tops of
batteries clean.
• Refer to the Service Manual to extend battery life and for complete service instruc-
tions.
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A
SSEMBLY
Figure 6: Blocking the Elevating Assembly
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the
work platform is being used in a
plates, add distilled
the
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