Batteries
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SC-100
MA-100-03
TESTING
Specific Gravity
Note: The battery must be fully charged before
performing this test.
The specific gravity of a cell is an indication of the actual
state of charge of the cell. A fully charged cell should have
a reading of 1275 to 1300 (see the illustration below). A
discharged cell will read 1100. Ideally, all cells in a battery
will have the same reading. Any cells in a battery that
vary by more than 25 points may be an indication of a
bad or weak cell.
Clean the battery. Refer to Cleaning section for
information on cleaning the battery.
Using part number 77-200-00 hydrometer or equivalent
graduated type hydrometer, test and record the specific
gravity of each cell in the battery.
Use the highest reading to compare to all other cells. Any
cell or cells that are more than 25 points less that the
highest reading should be suspected as being a bad cell.
If, after charging, none of the cells exceed a hydrometer
reading of 1250 then there may be a fault in the charging
system. If the charging system checks OK then the
battery pack is no longer accepting a charge and should
be replaced.
It may be possible to replace Individual cells in industrial
batteries. Contact the battery manufacturer for details.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter and beginning of this
section..
WARNING
DO NOT attempt the test the specific gravity of a
sealed battery. Removing the caps of a sealed battery
will damage the battery resulting in premature
failure.
NOTICE
Typical
Hydrometer
Float
STORING
Storage
Thoroughly clean the battery and battery compartment.
Refer to Cleaning in this section for information
regarding cleaning the battery.
Check the electrolyte level and charge the battery.
Refer to Watering in this section for information
regarding checking the electrolyte level.
Store the vehicle or battery (if removed) in a cool, dry,
well ventilated area.
If storing for more than one month, the battery should
be charged per the table below.
Returning to Service
Thoroughly clean the battery and battery compartment.
Refer to Cleaning in this section for information
regarding cleaning the battery.
Check the electrolyte level and charge the battery.
Refer to Watering in this section for information
regarding checking the electrolyte level.
Test the battery. Refer to Testing section for information
on testing the battery.
The battery is now ready to be put back into service.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter and beginning of this
section..
WARNING
Storage Tempera-
ture
(F)
Charging
Interval
(months)
Over 60
1
Between 40 and 60
2
Below 40
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Summary of Contents for SC-100-24
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Page 12: ...Page 12 MA 100 03 Introduction SC 100 Notes...
Page 16: ...Service Maintenance Guidelines Page 16 SC 100 MA 100 03 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST...
Page 18: ...Service Maintenance Guidelines Page 18 SC 100 MA 100 03 Notes...
Page 19: ...Table of Contents Special Tool List Special Tool List Tool List 18 Troubleshooting Guide 20...
Page 24: ...Lubrication Page 24 SC 100 MA 100 03 LUBRICATION AND FLUIDS CHART...
Page 26: ...Lubrication Page 26 SC 100 MA 100 03 Notes...
Page 40: ...Transaxle GT Page 40 SC 100 MA 100 03 Notes...
Page 46: ...Transaxle Page 46 modelnumber manualnumber...
Page 56: ...Steering Page 56 SC 100 MA 100 03 Notes...
Page 64: ...Brakes Page 64 SC 100 MA 100 03 Notes...
Page 80: ...Tires Wheels Page 80 SC 100 MA 100 03 Notes...
Page 102: ...Replacement Parts Page 102 SC 100 MA 100 03 Not available at time of printing BRAKE LINKAGE...
Page 122: ...Replacement Parts Page 122 SC 100 MA 100 03 Not available at time of printing STEERING LINKAGE...
Page 124: ...Replacement Parts Page 124 SC 100 MA 100 03 Not available at time of printing Notes...
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