Mec Speed Level 2684 RT Service And Parts Manual page 57

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ATTERIES
Discharged batteries can freeze, causing damage to the battery and/or
battery case. A broken battery case will allow electrolyte to leak out.
CHARGING BATTERIES CREATE EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS. KEEP
SPARKS, FLAMES AND SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY FROM BATTERIES.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN WORKING WITH
BATTERIES.
BATTERY FLUID IS CORROSIVE. THOROUGHLY RINSE SPILLED FLUID
WITH CLEAN WATER.
REPLACE ONLY WITH MANUFACTURER-APPROVED BATTERIES.
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (–) LEAD, MAKE
SURE THAT ALL SWITCHES ARE OFF. IF ON, A SPARK WILL OCCUR
AT THE GROUND TERMINAL THAT COULD IGNITE HYDROGEN GAS
OR FUEL VAPORS.
3084RT – One (1) battery (12 Volts DC) supplies the electrical power required to start the
engine and operate the electrical circuits.
3084ES – Eight (8) batteries (6 Volts DC) supply power required to operate the machine.
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A T T E R Y
Follow these procedures for maintenance of battery on a machine not in use:
• Keep battery clean. Electrolyte of batteries should be checked regularly and kept at proper
level.
• Never stack one battery directly on top of another because post or container damage can
result. If batteries are stored individually, place supporting boards between layers. Rotate
stock so that the oldest batteries are used first.
• Batteries should be kept fully charged. A battery, while in storage, should be recharged to full
charge at recommended intervals.
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BATTERY FULLY
• drops to 65% at 32°F (0°C)
• drops to 40% at 0°F (-32°C)
Table 2-1: Recommended Battery Charge Intervals
If Stored At
Below 40°F (4°C)
40°-60°F (4°-15°C)
Above 60°F (15°C)
"3084 Speed Level™ Sigma Lift" Service and Parts Manual
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A I N T E N A N C E
(100%)
CHARGED AT
Recharge
Every week
Every 2 weeks
Every month
( )
I N S T O R A G E
80°F (26.6°C)
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A T T E R I E S
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