SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STORING AND RETURNING TO SERVICE
Both storing your vehicle and returning it to service should only be performed by authorized personnel.
Storing Your Vehicle
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Clean the batteries, then fill and charge before putting the vehicle in storage. Do not store
batteries in a discharged condition.
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Lube all grease fittings.
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Clean, dry, and check all exposed electrical connections.
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Inflate tires to proper pressure (if applicable).
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For extended storage, the vehicle should be elevated so that the tires do not touch the ground.
If stored for a prolonged period, the batteries should be charged as follows:
Returning to Service
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Check the battery's state of charge and charge if required.
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Perform ALL maintenance checks in the periodic checklist.
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Remove any blocks from the vehicle and/or place the vehicle down on to the ground.
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Test drive before putting into normal service.
Storage
Charging Interval
Temperature
(months)
(F)
Over 60
Between 40 and 60
Below 40
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