MAINTENANCE
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T12 9009918 (3--2013)
BATTERIES
The lifetime of the batteries is limited to the
number of charges the batteries receive. To get
the most life from the batteries, only recharge the
batteries when the battery discharge indicator is
down to the last bar. It’s also important to maintain
the proper electrolyte levels during the life of the
battery.
CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
(WET / LEAD ACID BATTERIES ONLY)
NOTE: Do Not check the electrolyte level if the
machine is equipped with the battery watering
system. Proceed to HYDROLINK BATTERY
WATERING SYSTEM (OPTION).
Check the battery electrolyte level weekly for
machines equipped with wet/lead acid batteries.
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FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, avoid
contact with battery acid.
The level should be slightly above the battery
plates as shown before charging. Add distilled
water if low. DO NOT OVERFILL. The electrolyte
will expand and may overflow when charging.
Before Charging
After Charging
NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place
while charging.
CHECKING CONNECTIONS / CLEANING
After every 200 hours of use check for loose
battery connections and clean the surface of the
batteries, including terminals and cable clamps,
with a strong solution of baking soda and water.
Replace any worn or damaged wires. Do not
remove battery caps when cleaning batteries.
Objects made of metal can potentially short circuit
the batteries. Keep all metallic objects off the
batteries.
GEL BATTERIES
Gel batteries do not require any maintenance
other than routine charging.
