PLEASE READ BEFORE PLACING BATTERIES IN SERVICE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE SHIPPED WITH
BATTERY AND TO BE DELIVERED TO USER
FLOODED FLAT-PLATE FAST CHARGE
MOTIVE POWER BATTERIES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAFETY
DO NOT USE CHAIN OR WIRE ROPE SLINGS.
1.1 Follow your company’s Safety Instructions when
working with or near industrial truck batteries.
Observe the caution label affixed to the battery.
Thoroughly familiarize yourself with industry and
government guidelines (OSHA, ANSI) for
charging, handling, and maintaining industrial
batteries.
1.7 Never lay metal tools, such as wrenches or
screwdrivers, on top of a battery.
1.8 Disconnect the battery from the truck when
performing maintenance and repair on motor or
electrical system.
1.9 Open or “break” the battery circuit before
attempting repairs to the charging plug or
receptacles.
1.2 Assign battery and charger care to properly
trained personnel.
1.10 Apply a strong neutralizer, such as baking soda
or soda ash, when electrolyte is spilled on the
floor. Check local regulations regarding the
disposal of neutralized waste.
1.3 This battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear
rubber apron, gloves, boots, and goggles or face
shield when handling, checking, filling, charging
or repairing batteries.
2. RECEIVING BATTERIES
1.4 Keep water readily available for flushing spilled
electrolyte from eyes or skin. Use plain water
only and obtain medical attention immediately.
Special deluge showers and eye wash basins
are required.
Immediately upon receipt of shipment, examine the
outside of the packing for signs of rough handling
before accepting the battery from the carrier. Wet
spots on the shipping pallet may be an indication of
leaking jars broken in shipment.
1.5 Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gas
during charge. Keep open flames away. Do not
check electrolyte level with a cigarette lighter or
match. Use a flashlight or permanent lights.
Switch on/off away from the top of the battery. Do
not smoke or create sparks.
If there is evidence of damage, the receipt should be
signed and both copies (carrier’s and receiving copies)
marked “Shipment Received Damaged”. The carrier
should be called immediately and asked to make a
“Carrier’s Inspection for Damage Report”.
If “concealed” damage is later detected, the carrier
should be called immediately and requested to make
a “Carrier’s Inspection for Concealed Damage
Report”. After inspection by the carrier, arrangements
should be made with the local GNB® Industrial Power
representative to have the battery repaired before
placing it in service.
1.6 Lift batteries with a certified/approved hoist,
crane, lift truck, or similar equipment. Move
batteries with trucks, conveyors, or rollers. Be
sure to place a rubber mat or similar insulating
material across the tops of coverless batteries
when handling. Make sure equipment is of ample
strength and properly installed.
P O S T T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S I N
THE BATTERY MAINTENANCE AREA.
RECYCLE
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WATER ADDITIONS… GNB-approved fast
chargers have the capability for equalize charging
at specific times and days of the week (eg.
Sunday 08:00). Water additions can be made the
following day prior to use, provided an equalization
charge is confirmed to have been performed.
9. WATER ADDITIONS
Maintain electrolyte levels above the bottom of the
perforated, plastic element protector, but no higher
than 1/8" from the bottom of the cell cover vent well.
Check the electrolyte level weekly, or as necessary
depending on battery use prior to charging. If the level
is not visible (below the element protector) add just
enough water to cover it and then proceed with
charging the battery. Otherwise, defer watering the
battery until the end of the charging period when the
battery is fully charged and the charger has tapered to
its finish rate. At that time, add enough water to bring
the electrolyte level to between 1.2-2.2” of the top of
the cover. Always use distilled water or water that is
known to be free of abnormally high amounts of
impurities. Contact your local GNB representative if
you are not sure of your water quality.
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•
EQUALIZE… Once a week.
DEPTH OF DISCHARGE… Do not discharge
the battery below 80% of the rated capacity.
Over discharging shortens the battery life and
voids the warranty.
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•
CLEANING… Keep the top of the battery clean
and dry. See Item 8.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE…
WEEKLY
• Check electrolyte levels (see water additions).
• Equalize charge.
BATTERIES MUST BE VISUALLY INSPECTED
PER THE ABOVE SCHEDULE EVEN WITH THE
USE OF A WATERING SYSTEM.
MONTHLY
• Record electrolyte specific gravities.
• Visual inspection and confirmation that the
battery-mounted monitor is functioning properly.
10. SERVICE AND PARTS
• Inspect the cables and charging plugs.
• Clean the top of the cells.
Your local GNB sales representative has more
information regarding the full range of maintenance
and repair service available. GNB can also supply all
of your battery, charger, and accessory device
replacement part needs. For more information in the
U.S.A. and Canada, call 1-888-563-6300. All others,
please contact your local GNB battery sales
representative.
SEMI-ANNUAL
• Inspect the charger. Confirm proper output
voltage and current. Check for external damage,
frayed cables, or worn connectors.
• Clean the exterior of the battery.
11. RECYCLING
TROUBLE SIGNS
U.S. Federal and State Regulations require that lead
acid batteries be handled and disposed of in
compliance with strict guidelines. GNB offers disposal
service for lead acid batteries. Call 1-888-438-5865 to
arrange a pick-up or to get additional information.
• Battery temperature averages more than
125˚F (52˚C).
• Open circuit cell voltages vary by 0.15 volts or
more and specific gravity varies by 0.020
or more during equalizing.
• The top of the battery is always wet or one cell
requires excessive water.
8. MAINTENANCE CLEANING
VENT WELL
HIGH
The top of the battery should be kept clean and dry. Keep
the vent caps in place during use and charging. Remove
them only to observe electrolyte levels, make water
additions, take temperatures, or take specific gravity
readings with a hydrometer. If the battery requires
cleaning, contact your local GNB servicing representative.
The solution used to clean and neutralize the outside of
the batteries should be disposed of in an environmentally
safe manner.
COVER
WATERING
LEVEL
1.2”
2.2”
ELEMENT
PROTECTOR
LOW
WATERING
LEVEL
JAR
GNB Industrial Power
USA – Tel: 888.563.6300
Canada – Tel: 800.268.2698
Spanish and French versions of
this document can be found at
GB4145 2011-10
A Division of Exide Technologies
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