Putting A Stored Lift Truck Back Into Service - Yale VERACITOR GCC030VX Operating Manual

freeze at −7.8 °C (18 °F) A fully-charged battery with a spe-
cific gravity of 1.280 will freeze at −66 °C (−87 °F).
This "self-discharge" is due to a chemical reaction; there-
fore, that chemical reaction can be accelerated by heat
resulting in more rapid "self-discharge." The rate of dis-
charge can amount to an average of about 0.001 point drop
in specific gravity per day.
The following procedure can be followed when placing a
battery in storage or when not in operation for more than 30
days.
1. Give an equalizing charge prior to placing new batteries
in storage. Used batteries are to be fully charged, then
allowed to balance for approximately three more hours.
2. Neutralize and clean the battery. Clean with a solution of
100 grams (3.5 oz) of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)
per 1 liter (0.25 gal) of water.
3. Store in a cool, dry location.
4. Check each cell in the battery at least once every 30
days and boost charge when specific gravity falls below
1.240 Hg.
5. Protect batteries from ambient contamination.
If a greasy film forms on the top of a battery, this is acid
and must be neutralized with the solution described above.

Putting a Stored Lift Truck Back Into Service

1. Remove all tape, covers, and preservation materials.
2. Check the lift truck for damage and missing components.
Repair damage and/or replace missing components.
NOTE: If the lift truck has been stored longer than one
year, all lubricants and fluids must be drained and
replaced. See the Periodic Maintenance section of your
service manual for the procedures.
3. Clean the battery cables and terminals. Check the bat-
tery voltage. If the voltage is not correct, charge battery.
Connect battery cables to battery.
4. When a lift truck is to be put into service after storage, it
must be given the 250-hour inspection shown in the Rec-
ommended Schedule of Maintenance.
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