Remove/Install; Individual Batteries - Taylor-Dunn RE-380-36 Service And Replacement Parts Manual

RE-380-36 & RE-380-48

REMOVE/INSTALL

WARNING
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter and beginning of this
section..
WARNING
• Use the proper equipment when handling and transporting batteries. Equipment that is used to lift and
support removable batteries should be rated at a minimum of 1.5 times the total battery weight.
• Keep all body parts out from underneath any battery that is not installed and latched in the vehicle.
Failure to follow these rules may result in severe bodily injury and/or property damage.
WARNING
Before removing the battery:
• Park the vehicle on a level surface. If removing a Side Extract, the vehicle shall be positioned as close as
possible to the platform where the battery will be stored.
• Place the Direction Control switch in the center OFF position.
• Make sure the Start switch is in the OFF position.
• Set the park brake.

Individual Batteries

1: Using an insulated wrench, disconnect the cables
from the battery to be removed.
2: Using a battery lifting strap, remove the battery from
the vehicle.
3: Inspect the battery compartment for corrosion. If
there is significant corrosion, all batteries should be
removed and the compartment cleaned and painted.
4: Install the battery and torque the battery terminal hardware
per torque listed in the Hardware Torque table at the end
of this section.
MR-380-05
WARNING
Do not allow the loose battery cables to contact any
other parts of the vehicle as this could cause in a
short circuit resulting severe bodily injury or damage
to the vehicle.
WARNING
Individual batteries can weight up to 80 pounds or
more. To avoid injury, use proper lifting techniques
or a hoist to remove the battery.
Batteries
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