General Care And Maintenance; Wet Cell Battery Care And Maintenance - UniCarriers 1F1 Operator's Manual

GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WET CELL BATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The following is general information regarding the best methods for
using and maintaining the battery and it not intended to address details
regarding every manufacture of batteries/chargers. The specific battery
or charger manufacturer should always be contacted to ensure their
recommended procedures and operation methods of the equipment
are followed.
Refer to the appropriate manuals attached to the battery for information
about how to handle and maintain the battery. Proper care and
servicing of the battery is vital to ensure satisfactory operation and life of
your forklift. Battery acid is extremely corrosive and should be washed
off the unit if any spills occur.
! CAUTION
• Do not allow the alkaline solution to fall in the battery cell,
this will result in a dead or weak battery.
• Check with Local and State Regulations on storing, charging
and cleaning of corrosive materials. There may be conditions
locally which will not allow you to simply wash off acid spills.
!
• Only trained and authorized personnel should conduct
maintenance or servicing of this lift truck and its battery.
• Always turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and
disconnect the battery before doing any servicing of the
battery.
• Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE), i.e.
safety goggles, rubber gloves and boots, when servicing the
battery. Battery acid will cause severe burn or injury.
• The battery generates highly explosive hydrogen gas. A short
circuit resulting in sparks or even a lit cigarette in the vicinity
of the battery can cause a serious explosion. Do not permit
smoking, open flames or sparks near the battery or battery
maintenance area.
• Battery fluid contains highly corrosive sulfuric acid. If acid
contacts skin or clothing, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of clean fresh water. If acid enters the eyes,
immediately wash out eyes with large amounts of clean
fresh water and contact a physician. If acid is accidentally
swallowed, immediately contact a physician.
• If a large quantity of battery fluid is spilled, neutralize it with
an equivalent quantity of basic neutralizing agent (baking
soda, calcium hydroxide, or sodium carbonate). Wash away
the resulting solution with large quantities of clean fresh
water. Always follow any and all local, state and federal
regulations for hazardous material spills.
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