Decommissioning The Industrial Tugger; 5-4.1 Prior To Decommissioning; 5-4.2 Restoring Tugger To Operate After Decommissioning - Big Joe T15 Operator's Manual

5-4 DECOMMISSIONING THE INDUSTRIAL TUGGER

If the industrial tugger is to be decommissioned for more than two months, it must
be parked in a frost-free and dry location and all necessary measures must be
taken before, during and after decommissioning as described.
On decommissioning the tugger must be hoisted so that all the wheels are clear of
the ground. This is the only way of ensuring that the wheels and wheel bearings
are not damaged.
If the tugger is to be out of service for more than 6 months, further measures must
be taken in consultation with the manufacturer's service department.
5-4.1.PRIOR TO DECOMMISSIONING
• Thoroughly clean the tugger.
• Check the brakes.
• Apply a thin layer of oil or grease to any non-painted mechanical components.
• Charge the battery (See
• Disconnect the battery, clean it and apply grease to the terminals.
In addition, follow the battery manufacturer's instructions.
• Spray all exposed electrical contacts with a suitable contact spray.
Warning:
5-4.2.RESTORING TUGGER TO OPERATION AFTER DECOMMISSIONING
• Thoroughly clean the tugger.
• Clean the battery, grease the terminals and connect the battery.
• Charge the battery (See
• Check transmission oil for condensed water and replace if necessary.
• Start up the tugger (see
4-3 Charging the battery).
The battery must be charged weekly to avoid depletion of the battery
through self-discharge. Sulfation (from self discharge) can destroy
the battery.
4-3 Charging the battery).
3-2 Operating the tugger).
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