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Hyster 2240 SRM 1 Manual

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INDUSTRIAL BATTERY
ALL ELECTRIC LIFT TRUCKS
PART NO. 899648
2240 SRM 1

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  • Page 1 INDUSTRIAL BATTERY ALL ELECTRIC LIFT TRUCKS PART NO. 899648 2240 SRM 1...
  • Page 2 • Use the correct tools for the job. • Keep the tools clean and in good condition. • Always use HYSTER APPROVED parts when making repairs. Replacement parts must meet or exceed the specifications of the original equipment manufacturer. • Make sure all nuts, bolts, snap rings, and other fastening devices are removed before using force to remove parts.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Methods of Charging ..........................Troubleshooting Charger .......................... Knowing When Battery Is Fully Charged ....................Where to Charge Batteries..........................Equipment Needed ............................ Battery Connectors............................Battery Care ..............................This section is for the following models: All Electric Lift Trucks ©2008 HYSTER COMPANY...
  • Page 4 "THE QUALITY KEEPERS" HYSTER APPROVED PARTS...

  • Page 5: General

    2240 SRM 1 Lead-Acid Batteries General This section describes how to select and do the main- batteries have a nameplate attached to the face of the tenance for large batteries used in electric lift trucks. battery cover. This nameplate communicates specific...

  • Page 6: Specific Gravity

    Chemical Reaction in a Cell 2240 SRM 1 Specific Gravity The strength of the electrolyte is measured in points of specific gravity. For example, a solution of sulfuric acid has a specific gravity of 1.835. Water has a specific gravity of 1.000. Electrolyte is 27 percent acid and 73 percent water and has a specific gravity of 1.275.

  • Page 7: Electrical Terms

    2240 SRM 1 Electrical Terms Figure 5. Discharged Cell Figure 6. Charging Cell Electrical Terms Voltage: Is an electromotive force (EMF) (also called maintenance-free battery, the amount of free-stand- "potential difference") caused by the difference in ing electrolyte above the plates is much higher, en- electric charge between two points.

  • Page 8: Battery Selection

    Battery Selection 2240 SRM 1 Figure 7. Electrical Terms Battery Selection NOTE: The capacity of the battery can be found on the lift truck’s Nameplate. See the Frame section or Operating Manual for your lift truck for the loca- tion of the Nameplate.

  • Page 9: Battery Voltage

    2240 SRM 1 Battery as a Counterweight Figure 9. Multicell Battery for Electric Lift Truck Battery Voltage NOTE: The voltage of the battery can be found on the To reach the necessary battery voltage, the cells are lift truck’s Nameplate. See the Frame section or Op- connected in series.

  • Page 10: Battery Ratings

    Battery Maintenance 2240 SRM 1 Battery Ratings KILOWATT-HOURS The ratings of batteries are measured in ampere- hours and kilowatt-hours at a constant rate of dis- A kilowatt is 1000 watts. A watt is a measure of charge. A rating of 6 hours is the standard. Ampere- electric power.

  • Page 11: Maintenance Records

    2240 SRM 1 Battery Maintenance 6. When maintenance on the battery or the battery vent caps must be in position when the battery charger is required, disconnect both the AC and is in service. If the vent caps are not installed, DC power.
  • Page 12 Battery Maintenance 2240 SRM 1 Legend for Figure 10 1. INSULATED SPREADER BAR 2. INSULATED STRAPS Figure 10. Change the Battery Figure 11. Battery Inspection Report...

  • Page 13: Adding Water To Battery

    2240 SRM 1 Battery Maintenance Figure 12. Daily Battery Report ADDING WATER TO BATTERY vent plugs. The electrolyte can flow out of the cell through the fill hole. The correct electrolyte level is NOTE: Some batteries have sealed cells. These bat- shown in Figure 13.

  • Page 14: Hydrometer

    Battery Maintenance 2240 SRM 1 HYDROMETER electrolyte level is low, the percent of sulfuric acid in the electrolyte increases. When the electrolyte level NOTE: Some batteries have sealed cells. The specific decreases by 3 mm (1/8 in.), the specific gravity mea- gravity of the electrolyte cannot be checked on these surement can increase by 3 to 5 points.

  • Page 15: Charging Battery

    2240 SRM 1 Battery Maintenance has sealed cells. The sealed batteries require a dif- ferent charger. The electrolyte level or specific grav- ity cannot be checked, and water cannot be added to the electrolyte of these sealed batteries. WARNING The acid in the electrolyte can cause injury.

  • Page 16: Types Of Battery Charges

    Battery Maintenance 2240 SRM 1 (77 F). See Figure 15. NEVER charge a battery at a rate that will raise the electrolyte temperature above 49 C (120 F). Never let a battery stay discharged for long periods. Types of Battery Charges 1.

  • Page 17: Methods Of Charging

    2240 SRM 1 Battery Maintenance Methods of Charging a lower rate. Two resistors control the charging rate. One resistor controls the charging rate at There are three methods of charging a battery. the beginning of the cycle and a second resistor reduces the charging rate when the voltage in the 1.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Charger

    Battery Maintenance 2240 SRM 1 Troubleshooting Charger either fully charged or in the final stage of charg- ing. Battery chargers normally operate automatically without constant attention. It is necessary to make 3. The specific gravity reading is constant and a periodic check that the charger is operating cor- within the limits of a charged battery.

  • Page 19: Battery Connectors

    2240 SRM 1 Battery Maintenance BATTERY CONNECTORS Legend for Figure 22 1. SB CONNECTOR FOR BATTERY CABLES A special heavy-duty connector is used to connect the 2. SB CONNECTOR FOR POWER CABLES TO battery to the electrical system of the lift truck. See LIFT TRUCK Figure 22 and Figure 23.
  • Page 20 Battery Maintenance 2240 SRM 1 NOTE: INDICATOR INSERT (2). GREEN - FOR BATTERY WITH CELL CAPS. GRAY - FOR BATTERY WITH SEALED CELLS. NOTE: CONNECTOR BODY COLOR [ANDERSON SBE CONNECTOR ONLY (1)]. GRAY - 36-VOLT BATTERY. BLUE - 48-VOLT BATTERY. GREEN - 72-VOLT BATTERY. BLACK - 80-VOLT BATTERY.
  • Page 22 TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS 2240 SRM 1 2/08 (6/07)(1/06)(11/03)(3/03)(2/02)(3/00)(9/96)(5/96)(2/94)(1/83)(7/78) Printed in U.S.A.

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