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MAINTENANCE OF BATTERY
COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE
1. Check electrolyte level periodically (at least every
two weeks). Keep the level to the split rings.
Use only distilled water or a good quality drinking
water. Never add acid or any other chemicals to
the battery after initial activation.
2. The battery should be checked with a
hydrometer after every 25 hours of operation. If
the specific gravity is less than 1.225, the battery
should be recharged. Maximum charge rate is 5
amps.
3. Coat the terminals and exposed wire with a thin
coat of grease or petroleum jelly for longer ser -
vice and protection against corrosion.
4. The battery should be kept clean. Any deposits
of acid should be neutralized with baking soda
and water. Be careful not to get this solution in
the cells.
5. Avoid tipping the battery. Even a "sealed" bat -
tery will leak electrolyte when tipped.
STORAGE OF THE BATTERY
1. When storing battery for extended periods,
disconnect battery cables.
Removing battery
from unit Is recommended.
2. Keep the exterior of the battery clean, especially
the top. A dirty battery must be stored with a full
charge. A dirty battery will discharge itself.
3. Check the battery with a hydrometer. The bat -
tery must be stored with a full charge. A dis -
charged battery will freeze.
Specific Gravity
1.265
1.250
1.200
1.150
1.100
Freezing Point
-7rF'
-
62
®F
-le'^F
5''F
16®F
■^NOTE
All batteries discharge during storage.
4. Recharge battery whenever the specific gravity
is less than 1.225, before returning to service or
every two months, whichever comes first.
1. Overcharging
2.
Undercharging
3.
Lack of water
4.
Loose hold downs and/or corroded connections
5.
Excessive loads
6.
Battery electrolyte substitutes
7.
Freezing of electrolyte
■^NOTE
These failures do not constitute warranty.
BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION
A
WARNING
When removing the battery, follow this order
of disassembly to prevent your wrench from
shorting against the frame;
1.
Remove the Negative cable.
2.
Remove the Positive cable.
To install a battery:
1. Attach the Positive cable.
2. Attach the Negative cable.
JUMP STARTING
A
WARNING
Failure to use this starting procedure could
cause sparking, and the gases in either bat -
tery could explode.
1. Attach the first jumper cable from the positive
terminal of the good battery to the positive
terminal of the dead battery.
2. Attach the second jumper cable from the
negative terminal of the good battery to the
FRAME OF THE UNIT WITH THE DEAD
BATTERY.
TIRES
Keep the pneumatic tires properly inflated. Over-
inflation will cause operator discomfort. Underinflation
will cause short tire life.
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