Service manual

4 - 8 Genie GS-1530 & Genie GS-1930 Part No. 39528
Service Manual - First EditionSection 4 - Scheduled Maintenance Procedures
Table B Procedures
B-1
Check the Batteries
Proper battery condition is essential to good
machine performance and operational safety.
Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and
connections can result in component damage and
hazardous conditions.
Bodily injury hazard. Batteries
contain acid. Avoid spilling or
contacting battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking
soda and water.
Electrocution hazard. Contact
with hot or live circuits may
result in death or serious injury.
Remove all rings, watches and
other jewelry.
Perform this test after fully
charging the batteries.
1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2 Be sure that the battery cable connections are
free of corrosion.
3 Be sure that the battery hold downs and cable
connections are tight.
4 Remove the battery vent caps and check the
specific gravity of each battery cell with a
hydrometer.
Result: If any battery cell displays a specific
gravity of less than 1.098, the battery must be
replaced.
5 Check the battery acid level of each battery. If
needed, replenish with distilled water to the
bottom of the battery fill tube. Do not overfill.
6 Install the battery vent caps.
7 Check each battery pack and verify that the
batteries are wired correctly.