UniCarriers PLL Series Instruction Handbook Manual page 24

08 BATTERY
Before charging
1. Switch off the truck.
2. Remove any battery covers, to gain access to the battery
plug and to permit the heat generated during charging to
be ventilated away.
3. Remove the battery connector from the truck using the
battery charger handle. This procedure will vary depending
on truck model.
CAUTION!
Do not pull out the battery plug by pulling on its
cables.
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4. Check that the battery electrolyte level is not above or
below the cell plates.
The battery can be damaged if the cell plates become dry
during charging. There is a risk that the acid will spill over
during charging if the acid level is too high.
5. Connect the battery plug to the charger's connector.
6. Set the charging switch on the battery charger to on.
7. Check that the ammeter shows a normal indication.
After charging
1. Check that charging is completed.
2. Set the charging switch to off.
3. Disconnect the battery charger connector.
4. Top up to the correct level with distilled water.
5. Dry off the battery to prevent leakage current and self
discharging.
6. Connect the battery plug.
7. If there is a battery cover, close it.
Charging with a built-in charger (option)
1. Switch off the truck.
2. Open the battery cover and pick up the mains power
connector.
3. Check that there is no visible damage to the cable or
connector.