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be replaced when they will no longer perform as
required.
4. After the charger has turned off, disconnect the
charger DC output plug from the battery
receptacle by grasping the plug body or handle
and pulling the plug straight out of the
receptacle.
WARNING: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE
CHARGER CORD, PLUG, AND BATTERY
RECEPTACLE, DO NOT PULL ON THE
CHARGER CORD. DO NOT TWIST, ROCK, OR
PULL THE PLUG SIDEWAYS.
BATTERY STORAGE MAINTENANCE
When the machine is not in use, charge the batteries
once each week. Disconnect the charger DC output
cord at the end of the charge.
PROPER CARE OF MOTIVE POWER BATTERIES
Motive power batteries are subjected to severe deep
cycle duty on a daily basis. Although these batteries
are designed to withstand such duty, the following
precautions must be observed to obtain good
performance and maximum cycle life.
CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING AND EYE SHIELDS WHEN WORKING
WITH BATTERIES. BATTERIES CONTAIN ACIDS
WHICH CAN CAUSE BODILY HARM. DO NOT
PUT WRENCHES OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS
ACROSS THE BATTERY TERMINAL OR
BATTERY TOP. ARCING OR EXPLOSION OF
THE BATTERY CAN RESULT.
1. When installing new batteries, be sure the
polarity of each battery and overall battery pack
is correct. Due to the electrical charateristics of
this charger, it is possible to improperly hook up
the batteries and not blow the fuse when
charging. Battery and/or charger damage can
result.
2. New batteries should be given a full charge
before their first use because it is difficult to
know how long the batteries have been stored.
3. Limit the use of new batteries for the first five
cycles. New batteries and older batteries that
have been in storage are not capable of their
rated output until they have been discharged
and charged a number of times.
4. Sulfation results when batteries in storage are
not maintained in a charged active state.
Internal self-discharge can bring about the start
of this condition in as little as three days in warm
temperatures. Batteries allowed to sit unmain-
tained in storage self-discharge, sulfate to
various degrees, and lose capacity. Repeated
charging will generally result in the recovery of
most of the battery's capacity, though some
permanent loss can be expected.
5. Do not excessively discharge the batteries.
Excessive discharge can cause polarity reversal
of individual cells, resulting in complete failure
shortly thereafter. Limited use of new batteries
will minimize the risk of cell reversals.
6. Maintain the proper electrolyte level by adding
water when necessary. Never allow the
electrolyte level to fall below the top of the
battery plates. Electrolyte levels fall during
discharge and rise during charge. Therefore, to
prevent the overflow of electrolyte when
charging, it is mandatory that water be added to
cells AFTER they have been fully charged; do
not overfill. Old batteries require more frequent
additions of water than do new batteries.
7. When the temperature falls below 65°F, the
batteries should be placed on charge as soon
after use as possible. Cold batteries require
more time to fully recharge.
8. The tops of the batteries and battery hold-downs
must be kept clean and dry at all times to
prevent excessive self-discharge and flow of
current between the battery posts and frame.
9. Follow all operating instructions, cautions, and
warnings as specified in this manual, on the
charger, and your vehicle owner manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
To be able to use the troubleshooting guide
safely and effectively, it is important to read this
guide completely before beginning any tests.
CAUTION: DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE
CHARGER. TAKE IT TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE
AGENT WHEN SERVICE OR REPAIR IS
REQUIRED. INCORRECT REASSEMBLY MAY
RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
FIRE.
The following procedures are intended only to
determine if a malfunction may exist in the
charger.
DANGER: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT
BOTH THE POWER SUPPLY CORD AND THE
OUTPUT CORD BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE
CHARGER IF IT IS MALFUNCTIONING.
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
COULD RESULT.
To determine if a charger malfunction exists, identify
the problem from the following list and refer to the
appropriate section for detailed instructions.
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