Operator Manual

MAINTENANCE
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T17 9020160 (5−2014)
BATTERY WATERING SYSTEM (OPTION)
The optional battery watering system provides a
safe and easy way to maintain the proper
electrolyte levels in the batteries.
Check the battery watering system hoses and
connections for damage or wear after every 100
hours.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface, turn off
machine, set parking brake, and remove key.
1. Lift the battery compartment cover open and
engage the support.
2. Fully charge batteries prior to using the
battery watering system. Do not add water to
batteries before charging, the electrolyte level
will expand and may overflow when charging.
See CHARGING THE BATTERIES.
3. Connect the battery watering system hose to
the water supply source.
NOTE: Water quality is important to maintain the
life of the battery. Always use water that meets
battery manufacturer requirements.
NOTE: The water supply to the battery water
system must always be 7.57 LPM (2 GPM) or
more. Use the purger to confirm the water supply
pressure. Refer to manufacturer Operator Manual
for additional information.
4. Connect the battery watering system hose to
the battery fill hose.
5. Turn on the water supply. The indicator inside
the flow indicator will spin. The indicator stops
spinning when the batteries are full.
6. Disconnect the battery watering system hose
from the water supply hose.
7. Turn off the water supply.
8. After adding water, return the battery watering
system hose to the storage location for future
use.