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0037 Care & Maint. Instr. SCRUBBER / SWEEPER / GOLF CAR
BATTERY MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
E.P.M. Form No. 0037 Rev. 7/00
© 2000 EPM Printed in U.S.A.
1. After the equipment has been in
service, and before placing on charge,
check the water level of the batteries.
If the level is below the separators at
the start of charge, add only enough
water to cover the separators.
2. Always check specific gravity and
temperature readings before charging
batteries. Correct specific gravity
readings to 80°F (27°C).
3. If an automatic or taper-type charger
is used, set the rate of charge accord-
ing to the manufacturers instructions.
4.
DO NOT OVER-CHARGE
DO NOT UNDER-CHARGE
If the battery temperature reaches
125°F (52°C) during the charging
cycle, the rate should be lowered or
the charge interrupted until battery
has cooled to room temperature.
Specific gravity readings should be
corrected to 80°F (27°C). For each
10 degrees above 80°F (27°C), add
four points to the hydrometer reading,
i.e., 90°F (32°C) at 1.250 Sp. Gr. = 1.254
Sp. Gr. For each 10 degrees below
80°F (27°C), subtract four points from
the hydrometer reading, i.e., 70°F
(21°C) at 1.250 Sp. Gr.= 1.246 Sp. Gr.
5. Before charging, be sure that the
electrolyte covers the top of the plates.
If not, add approved water to bring
level to the top of plates. DO NOT
OVERFILL, as the electrolyte will
expand during charging. Always
replace vent caps before charging.
After charging follow step 6.
6.
DO NOT OVERFILL
DO NOT UNDERFILL
Fill each cell to approximately 1/8"
below the bottom of the extended vent
tube. Overfilling the cells when adding
water results in loss of electrolyte,
lowering specific gravity and ampere
hour capacity. NOTE: Never add acid
to a battery. Use only approved water.
7. Keep battery tops dry and clean.
A moist condition will result in
electrical leakage across the battery
to the metal hold-down, causing a
corrosion buildup on hold-down and
terminal connections.
a. With vent caps firmly in place,
periodically clean battery tops,
hold-down and terminal connec-
tions with a baking soda solution
and brush. Flush with clear water.
Dry off thoroughly.
b. Check all terminals and tighten
firmly. Apply a thin coating of
petroleum jelly to retard corrosion.
8. Never allow batteries to stand in a
discharged condition. After each use,
no matter how short, batteries should
be fully charged.
9. If batteries do not come up to full
charge, after following the charger
manufacturers instructions, check
for low line voltage and/or a faulty
charger. Consult your power
company or electrician.
10. If the battery seems weak or slow in
performance while in service, make the
following checks. Using a hydrometer
take specific gravity readings of all
cells. If specific gravity readings are
above 1.225, apply a load test to each
individual battery using a load tester
according to the manufacturers
instructions. If a battery proves
unserviceable, it should be replaced.
(Do not apply tester if cell readings
are below 1.225 specific gravity.)
11. All batteries in the equipment should
be approximately the same age.
12. If the temperature of the batteries or
the outside temperature is below 60°F
(15°C), their capacity will be reduced
and they will require more hours of
charge. The colder the batteries are,
the faster they will build up in voltage
and reduce the charging rate.
1. Batteries that are not in service during the off-duty period must
be cared for as follows:
a. Keep fully charged.
b. Store in cool, dry place with temperatures not below
32°F (0°C) or above 80°F (27°C). (A battery at 1.100
specific gravity will freeze at 19°F (-7°C)).
c. It is important that batteries should be charged every
45 days or when specific gravity readings drop to 1.200,
corrected to 80°F (27°C).
2.
BATTERIES SELF-DISCHARGE WHEN NOT IN USE
at 100°F (38°C)Discharge Rate = 3 Pts. in Sp. Gr. per day
at 80°F (27°C) Discharge Rate = 2 Pts. in Sp. Gr. per day
at 50°F (10°C) Discharge Rate = 1/2 Pts. in Sp. Gr. per day
at 30°F (-1°C) Discharge Rate = 1/10 Pts. in Sp. Gr. per day
Proper care and maintenance of batteries
used in motive power service is the key to
maximum performance, long trouble-free life
and greatly reduced equipment operating costs.
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BE CAREFUL!
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WARNING: Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames
and cigarettes away from batteries at all times. Protect your eyes at
all times. Never lean over battery when jump starting or performing
other maintenance.
California Proposition 65 Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and other chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN WORKING AROUND BATTERIES!
DANGER/POISON
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KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
DO NOT TIP. KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL.
DO NOT OPEN FLUSH COVER BATTERIES.
SHIELD
EYES.
EXPLOSIVE
GASES
CAN
CAUSE BLINDNESS
OR INJURY.
NO SPARKS FLAMES SMOKING
SULFURIC
ACID
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS.
FLUSH EYES
IMMEDIATELY
WITH WATER.
GET
MEDICAL
HELP
FAST.
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MAINTENANCE - CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
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