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7:1 Installing the Battery into
the Counterweight continued
CAUTION:
Never run accessory or power cables through the access
door on the counterweight lid (sliding door on counterweight lid).
Some counterweight lids have cutouts specifically designed (no
sliding door) for cables. These may be used for cable routing.
Removing a battery from the counterweight is done in the reverse order
of the instructions above.
7:2 Installing the Battery/Counterweight
Assembly in the Forklift Truck
Installing the Deka Ready Power battery and counterweight assembly is
comparable to installing a lead battery. Before starting the installation
process, ensure that the truck's battery compartment is clear of
obstructions and that the truck's battery spacers and/or retainers have
been adjusted to prevent unnecessary battery movement within the
truck's battery compartment.
Compare the weight rating on the truck's data plate with the printed
weight on the Ready Power battery's counterweight label. (see section
3.7 for help with reading Ready Power labels).
CAUTION:
Never install a battery into a lift truck that does not
comply with minimum and maximum counterweight specifications
as presented on the forklift truck's nameplate. Also, when the bat-
tery is installed in the truck, battery restraints should be adjusted to
prohibit movement of the battery to no more than 1/2" in a horizontal
direction. If these conditions are not met, the forklift truck may not
operate correctly or safely up to and including imminent danger to
the operator.
CAUTION:
Always use properly maintained and certified lifting
accessories designed to lift material handling batteries as outlined
in section 3.3.2.
Most Deka Ready Power batteries can be installed in more than one
orientation into the truck's battery compartment. When deciding how
best to install the battery, take note of the truck's power connection
location, Deka Ready Power product and ID labels, and the battery's
charge connector mounting locations (if applicable). Installing one way
may work better than another, depending on the application.
Only use the lifting points on the counterweight (not on the battery) to
install the assembly into the lift equipment. The battery lifting points
are only to be used to install/remove the battery into the counterweight.
CAUTION:
Only lift a battery/counterweight assembly by the lift
points on the counterweight. If lifted by the battery, stress on the
counterweight lid may result in the counterweight separating from
the battery creating a drop or electrical shock hazard.
Once the battery/counterweight assembly is installed, secure it
using the lift truck manufacturer's instructions to prevent the battery
assembly from moving during normal operation.
7:2.1 Slide in Installations
Battery assemblies that slide into the truck's battery compartment
should have power cables, accessory cables and the counterweight lid
installed on the battery before sliding the assembly into the truck. Once
the battery assembly is installed in the lift equipment, there is little
room to perform tasks. (Refer to section 5.3 & 5.4 on how to install and
route cables).
Install the assembly into the truck as you would a lead battery using
approved lifting devices and/or battery changing equipment.
CAUTION:
Observe all cables and accessories while sliding the
battery assembly into the forklift truck battery compartment. Cables may
be pinched or crushed between the battery assembly and the battery
compartment creating a safety hazard, and impeding operations.
7.2.2 Overhead Lowering Installations
Install the assembly into the truck as you would a lead battery
using approved lifting devices and/or battery changing equipment as
mentioned above in section 3.3.2.
CAUTION:
Observe all cables and accessories while placing the
assembly into the forklift truck battery compartment. Cables may be
pinched or crushed between the battery assembly and the battery
compartment creating a safety hazard.
Maintain a safe distance between the lifting equipment and the truck's
overhead guard to prevent damage. You may need to change the length
of the lifting device to work within the confines created by the truck's
battery compartment and overhead guard.
7.3 Accessory Installation
The Deka Ready Power battery may be shipped with a UIM, BDI and/or
truck CAN communication cable. Installing these correctly will ensure
proper operation, ease of use and reduced risk of product damage.
For UIM and BDI installations, it is recommended to find a location that
allows the driver access to the accessory while the truck is in operation
but does not obstruct the operator's view. Test various locations on
the truck for visibility and ease of cable UIM/BDI communication cable
routing. You may need assistance to temporarily hold the accessory
while you occupy the normal driving position and verify the intended
mounting location.
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