Safety Rules
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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
• Clean the batteries, then fill and charge before putting the vehicle in storage. Do not store
batteries in a discharged condition.
• Lube all grease fittings.
• Clean, dry, and check all exposed electrical connections.
• Inflate tires to proper pressure (if applicable).
• 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:
Storage
Temperature
(F)
Charging Interval
(months)
Over 60 1
Between 40 and 60 2
Below 40 6
Returning To Service
• Check the battery’s state of charge and charge if required.
• Perform ALL maintenance checks in the periodic checklist.
• Remove any blocks from the vehicle and/or place the vehicle down on to the ground.
• Test drive before putting into normal service.
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