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F. Keep
all
lighted
materials
(cigarettes,
matches,
lighters) away from the battery as the
hydrogen
gas generated
during
charging
can
be combustible.
G. As a further precaution,
only charge the battery
in a well-ventilated
area.
.Always
shield eyes, protect skin and clothing
when working
near batteries.
Specific
Gravity
Freezing
Point
1.265
-710 F.
1 .250
-620 F.
1.200
-160 F.
1.150
50 F.
1.100
160 F.
~ CAUTION
All
batteries
discharge
during
storage.
4. Recharge
battery whenever
the specific
gravi-
ty is less than 1.225, before returning
to serv-
ice or every two months,
whichever
comes
first.
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DANGER:
BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC
ACID AND MAY CONTAIN EXPLO-
SIVE GASES (when electrolyte has
been added).
KEEP BATTERIES
OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIl-
DREN.
COMMON
CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE
1. Overcharging
2. Undercharging
3. Lack of water
4. Loose
hold downs
and/or
corroded
connec-
tions
5. Excessive
loads
6. Battery electrolyte
substitutes
7. Freezing
of electrolyte
NOTE: These failures
do not constitute
warranty.
BATTERY REMOVAL
OR INSTAllATION
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When removing
the battery,
follow
this order of disassembly
to prevent
your wrench
from shorting
against
the frame.
MAINTENANCE
OF BATTERY
1. Check
electrolyte
level periodically
(at least
every two weeks).
Keep the level to the split
rings. Use only distilled
water or a good quali-
ty drinking
water. Never add acid or any other
chemicals
to the battery
after
initial
activa-
tion.
2. The
battery
should
be
checked
with
a
hydrometer
after every 25 hours of operation.
If the specific
gravity
is less than 1.225, the
battery
should
be
recharged.
Maximum
charge rate 5 AM PS.
3. Coat the terminals
and exposed
wire with a
thin
coat
of grease
or petroleum
jelly
for
longer
service
and protection
against
corro-
sion.
4. The
battery
should
be
kept
clean.
Any
deposits
of acid should
be neutralized
with
baking
soda and water.
Be careful
not to get
this solution
in the cells.
5. Avoid tipping
the battery.
Even a "sealed"
bat-
tery will leak electrolyte
when tipped.
1. Remove the Negative cable.
2. Remove the Positive cable.
To install a battery:
1. Attach
the Positive cable.
2. Attach
the Negative cable.
JUMP STARTING
1. Attach the first jumper cable from the Positive
terminal
of the good battery
to the Positive
terminal
of the dead battery.
2. Attach
the
second
jumper
cable
from
the
Negative
terminal
of the good battery
to the
FRAME OF THE UNIT WITH THE DEAD BAT-
TERY.
STORAGE
OF THE BATTERY
1. When
storing
battery
for extended
periods,
disconnect
battery cables.
Removing
battery
from unit is recommended.
2. Keep
the
exterior
of
the
battery
clean,
especially
the
top.
A
dirty
battery
will
discharge
itself.
3. Check the battery with a hydrometer.
The bat-
tery
must
be stored
with
a full
charge.
A
discharged
battery
will freeze.
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