Manitou ME 425 C 48V S3 User Manual

B - EVERY 50 HOURS OF SERVICE
Carry out the operations described previously as well as the following operations.
B1 – ELECTROLYTE LEVEL IN ALL BATTERY CELLS
CHECK
Perform the same operation as that carried out daily (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: A2 - battery electrolyte level), but checking all
of the cells of the battery.
B2 – BATTERY ELECTROLYTE DENSITY
CHECK
- Raise the battery cover (see: 2 - DESCRIPTION: INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS).
- Disconnect the battery plug.
- Measure the temperature of the electrolyte.
NOTE: The electrolyte density varies according to its temperature. It must therefore
be measured and converted in accordance with the following rule:
• If T°C > 30°C the correction will be + 0,0007 per °C above this temperature.
• If T°C < 30°C the correction will be - 0,0007 per °C below this temperature.
Example: Density reading 1,285 at 36°C
1,285 +(0,0007 x 6) =1,289 kg/dm3 at 30°C
- Measure the electrolyte density in each battery cell using a hydrometer (1).
- Compare the electrolyte reading against the table opposite.
- Do not carry out this check immediately after topping up with distilled water. Recharge
the battery for at least one hour before checking the battery electrolyte density.
- Clean and dry the caps (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: A4 - CLEANING THE BATTERY).
- Check the terminal connections and lightly smear with petroleum jelly to prevent
the formation of verdigris.
- Close the battery cover.
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IMPORTANT
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Handling and servicing a battery can be dangerous, take the following precautions:
- Wear protective goggles, gloves, an apron and acid-resistant clothing.
- Remove rings, watches, bracelets and any clothing incorporating metal.
- Keep the battery horizontal.
- Never smoke or work near a naked flame.
- Work in a well-ventilated area.
- Wash your hands each time you work on the battery, as acid is corrosive.
In the event of electrolyte being spilled onto the skin or splashed in the eyes, rinse thoroughly with cold water for
15minutes and call a doctor.
B3 – REAR AXLE
GREASE
- Clean and lubricate the following points with grease (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE:
LUBRICANTS) and remove the surplus grease.
• 1 - Swivel pin lubricators (4 lubricators).
• 2 - Steering rod lubricators (4 lubricators).
3-12
2
2
1
1
CHARGED
100 %
90%
80%
70%
70%
45%
35%
25%
20%
1.280
1.260
1.300
specic†gravity
kg/dm3 at 30C
1.240
1.220
1.200
1.180
1.160
1.150
1.140
1.120
charge
Fully
charge
Normal
charge
Do
not
used
Fully
discharge
DISCHARGED
1
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E 418/420/425C 48V S3

Manitou ME 425 C 48V S3 Specifications

General

Brand	Manitou
Model	ME 425 C 48V S3
Category	Forklifts
Language	English