3.8 - Battery Maintenance; Figure 3-7: Battery Tray - Upright TM12 Service & Parts Manual

Maintenance
3.8 B M
ATTERY
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep sparks, flame, and smoking material
away from battery.
Always wear safety glasses when working with batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Thoroughly rinse away any spilled fluid with
clean water.
If battery water level is not maintained, batteries will not fully charge,
creating a low discharge rate which will damage Motor/Pump unit and void
warranty.
Before disconnecting the battery negative (-) lead, make sure all switches
are OFF. If ON, a spark will occur at the ground terminal which could cause
an explosion if hydrogen gas vapors are present.
TM12 Work Platform - European
AINTENANCE
Electrical energy for the motor is supplied by four 6 volt batteries wired in series for 24 volts DC.
Proper care and maintenance of the batteries and motor will ensure maximum performance from
the Work Platform
Reference: • See Section 2 for battery access instructions
W A R N I N G
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B I
ATTERY NSPECTION AND
Check battery fluid level daily, espe-
cially if work platform is being used in
a warm, dry climate. If required, add
distilled water ONLY. Use of tap water
with high mineral content will shorten
battery life.
The batteries 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 termi-
nals.
Clean the batteries when it shows
signs of corrosion at the terminals or
when electrolyte has overflowed dur-
ing charging. Use a baking soda solu-
tion to clean the battery, taking care
not to get the solution inside the cells.
Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Clean battery and cable contact surfaces to a bright metal fin-
ish whenever a cable is removed.
C A U T I O N
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W A R N I N G
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C
LEANING
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3.8 - Battery Maintenance

Figure 3-7: Battery Tray

Negative Terminal
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