Maintenance
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C2500CB-OM-EN-16
Removing the Battery
1. Park the truck in accordance with the
recommended parking procedure then
switch off the engine and all electrical
components.
2. Remove the floor plate (
A
) from the
operating enclosure to gain access to
the battery (
B
).
3. Isolate the electrical system by turning
the isolator key anticlockwise.
4. Remove the connector from the
negative black (
-
) battery terminal first,
then remove the connector from the
positive red (
+
) battery terminal.
5. Remove the battery bar (
C
) by first
unscrewing the two M8 locknuts from
the battery rods. DO NOT allow the
battery bar to come into contact with
the battery terminals.
6. Use the handles on top of the battery to lift it out.
CAUTION the battery weights 27.6kg.
Installing a new Battery
1. Compare the new battery with the used battery and ensure the new battery
has the same polarity and performance characteristics as the old battery
2. Check that the new battery is clean and dry and that the caps are secure.
3. Check that the new battery has a voltage above 12.40V. If not, charge the
battery or use another that has a voltage above 12.40V.
4. Ensure the 2 terminal caps are still fitted at this stage.
5. Ensure the battery tray is clean and dry, then insert the new battery.
6. Ensure the connectors are clean and corrosion free. Remove corrosion with
fine emery paper if required. Coat lightly with acid free grease.
7. Refit the battery bar then remove the terminal caps and place them on the
spent battery.
8. Connect the positive (
+
) red battery terminal first then connect the negative (
-
)
black terminal.
9. Turn the battery isolator key clockwise, then start the engine.
.
Note
DO NOT over tighten the battery bar or terminal clamps.
Dispose of used batteries at a battery collection point.
C
A
