Product Manual
Rev. 0213 EPT, Manual.doc
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Instructions for Changing the Battery Charger
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Tools Required:
10mm deep socket, or small wrench
14mm wrench, or crescent wrench
Regular (flat) blade screw driver
Only trained, authorized personnel should perform maintenance on this equipment. Lead acid
batteries present hazards to the person(s) working on, with, or in the vicinity of them. To minimize the risk of serious
personal injury, read every one of the instructions and DO NOT proceed with maintenance unless you understand
each of them.
Lock out all potential energy sources before attempting this installation according to OSHA lockout/tagout
procedures (29 CFR 1910.147); turn off the unit and remove the key.
DO NOT work on, with, or in the vicinity of the battery UNLESS you are wearing personal protective equipment,
particularly a face shield. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. A battery explosion could
result in loss of eyesight or serious burns.
DO NOT smoke near the battery or expose the battery to sparks or flames.
Charge batteries ONLY in clean, dry, and well-ventilated locations.
DO NOT lay tools or anything metallic on top of a battery.
Remove personal items like rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches BEFORE beginning to work on the battery.
The battery can produce energy sufficient to weld jewelry to metal; any underlying skin could be severely burned.
Keep fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. Immediately rinse any
skin that has been contacted by acid. If acid gets in your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with eye wash. After
rinsing the affected area, notify your supervisor about the incident.
DO NOT expose the unit or the charger to rain or other adverse conditions. ALWAYS return the unit to its
designated storage location when you finish using it. The designated storage location should offer protection from
the elements and should not interfere with or obstruct traffic.
Replace defective cords or wires immediately.
Routinely check the water level in the battery.
Make sure the battery charger is unplugged from the 115V source BEFORE driving the unit.
Operating the pallet truck when battery voltage is low can cause premature motor contact failure.
Battery Charger Operating Instructions for New Charger after Installation
Plug the charger into a standard 115V receptacle. If an extension cord must be used, keep it as short and as large as
possible. A small cord will decrease the output of the charger due to the voltage drop in the line. This will increase
the charging time. It can also cause the 115V cord to overheat.
Remember to unplug the charger before moving the equipment. Failure to do so could cause damage to cords,
receptacles and other equipment.
The following procedure will explain how to replace the existing charger with a Soneil charger.
Step 1
: Remove the screws (2) shown below; then remove the yellow cover. The battery charger is located on the left
side of the unit.
Battery
Charger