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MB-T48-01
Cleaning
6. Dry dirt can be readily blown off with low-pressure air or brushed
off.
7. Wetness or wet dirt on the batteries indicates battery acid. Using a
nonmetallic brush with flexible bristles, wash it off with a strong
solution of baking soda and hot water (1 lb. of soda to gallon of
water). Continue until all fizzing stops, which indicates that the
acid has been neutralized. Then rinse thoroughly with clear water.
DO NOT get any of the solution into the battery cells.
8. If equipped, with a Electrolyte alarm take the unit out of the battery
cell, wipe the electrode clean, and put the unit back in the battery.
9. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
10. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
11. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous. It contains
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing. Wear
rubber gloves and safety glasses while servicing batteries.
DO NOT INGEST! This may result in serious bodily injury.
Batteries produce an explosive gas when charging. DO
NOT SMOKE or produce an open flame while checking or
servicing a battery. This may result in serious bodily injury.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle
movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the
batteries.
Battery electrolyte will stain concrete.
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