Battery Maintenance - JLG 450A Operator's And Safety Manual

SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION

2.6 BATTERY MAINTENANCE

TO AVOID INJURY FROM AN EXPLOSION, DO NOT SMOKE OR
ALLOW SPARKS OR A FLAME NEAR BATTERY DURING SERVIC-
ING.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN SERVICING BATTER-
IES.
1. The battery is maintenance free except for occa-
sional battery terminal cleaning, as noted in the fol-
lowing.
2-10
2. Remove battery cables from each battery post one
at a time, negative first. Clean cables with acid neu-
tralizing solution (e.g. baking soda and water or
ammonia) and wire brush. Replace cables and/or
cable clamp bolts as required.
3. Clean battery post with wire brush then re-connect
cable to post. Coat non-contact surfaces with min-
eral grease or petroleum jelly (Vaseline).
4. When all cables and terminal posts have been
cleaned, ensure all cables are properly positioned
and are not pinched. Close battery compartment
cover.
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