Group 12, Battery
12-1-4 • Battery Service SM 765, Nov ’06
3. Lift and latch seat deck to access battery.
4. If the battery to be handled is uncovered, cover bat-
tery with a non-conductive material (plywood, heavy
cardboard, etc.) prior to removal from truck.
IMP
RTANT
Do not wash battery in truck.
CAUTION
!
An overhead hoist of sufficient lifting capac-
ity (refer to “Weights” in Group 40) should
be used to lift battery. The safety hooks of the
insulated spreader bar should be attached to
the lifting eyes provided in the battery casing.
5. Be sure battery is covered. Attach lifting device. Lift
and remove battery.
Battery Maintenance
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To obtain maximum performance and bat-
tery life, follow the instructions supplied by
your battery vendor.
Industrial batteries are used to supply the electrical power
to operate an electric industrial truck. Their voltage
depends on the number of individual cells they contain.
There are approximately two volts for each cell in the
commonly used lead-acid type battery. Batteries normally
range from 6 volts to 72 volts. Their capacity varies
depending on the application. Only use batteries that com-
ply with factory specifications as to size and capacity.
Maximum Battery Life
• Do not add acid to a battery. Only qualified battery
representatives should determine if this is neces-
sary.
• When lifting a battery, use a lifting device designed
for this purpose.
• Check the electrolyte level after placing a battery
on charge. The electrolyte level in a battery should
be slightly below the lower lip of the filling hole
vent. Do not overfill. Overfilling causes loss of
electrolyte.
• Keep the battery clean, dry and in good condition.
• Keep metal objects and tools away from the top of
the battery. Short circuits will cause battery dam-
age andcould ignite battery fumes, causing the bat-
tery to explode.
• Maintain good battery cable connections.
• Check power cables and wiring for damage that
can cause premature drainage of the battery.
• Do not overcharge a battery.
• Do not undercharge a battery.
• Follow the instructions provided by the supplier(s)
of the battery and battery charging equipment.
• Maintain accurate battery records. If battery trou-
bles occur, these records will help you and your
battery representative determine the nature of the
problem.
Battery Vents
• When Charging Batteries: The vent caps must be
kept in place to avoid electrolyte spray. Care must
be taken to assure that vent caps are functioning.
The vents must be open to allow the battery to
breathe. The battery cover must be removed/
opened to dissipate heat and explosive gas.
• When Cleaning Batteries: The vent caps must be
tightly in place.
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