At Each Charging Cycle; Monthly; Electrolyte Level And Water - Cushman LSV 800 Owner's Manual

Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.

At Each Charging Cycle

Before charging the batteries, inspect the plug of the battery charger and vehicle receptacle housing for dirt or
debris.
Charge the batteries after each day's use.

Monthly

• Inspect all wiring for fraying, loose terminations, corrosion or deterioration of insulation.
• Check that the electrolyte level is correct and add suitable water as required.
• Clean the batteries and wire terminations.
• Torque battery terminal nuts to 95 - 105 in. lbs. (11 - 12 Nm).
• Coat battery terminals with commercially available protectant.

Electrolyte Level and Water

The correct level of the electrolyte is 1/2" (13 mm) above the plates in each cell.
This level will leave approximately 1/4" - 3/8" (6 - 10 mm) of space between the electrolyte and the vent tube. The
electrolyte level is important since any portion of the plates exposed to air will be ruined beyond repair. Also avoid fill-
ing with too much water, which will result in electrolyte being forced out of the battery due to gassing and a decrease
in volume of the electrolyte that results from the charging cycle.
DO NOT overfill batteries. The charging cycle will expel electrolyte and result in component damage.
If the battery electrolyte level is too high, the electrolyte will block the vent tube and the gas will force it out of the
vent tube and battery cap. The water will evaporate but the sulfuric acid will remain where it can damage vehicle
components and the storage facility floor. Sulfuric acid loss will weaken the concentration of acid within the electro-
lyte and reduce the life of the battery.
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Expansion
Space
1/4 to 3/8 inch
(6 mm to 10 mm)
Plates
Electrolyte level should be at least
1/2" (13 mm) above the plates and 1/4"
to 3/8" (6 to 10 mm) below vent.
MAINTENANCE
Vent Cap
Gas Vent
Vent
1/2 inch
(13 mm)
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5 - 15