SPECIAL SITUATIONS ◆ Care in Cold Weather • Battery
• Fuel Oils and Lubrication Oils
Float
• Engine Coolant Electrolyte level
Electrolyte Glass tube N00009
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Use diesel fuel to fit the ambient temperatures. The cetane number should be 40 minimum. If you operate the lift truck where ambient temperatures are normally low, you may need fuel with a high cetane number. CAUTION
– Cloud point must be 6°C (11°F) below the lowest ambient temperature. – Use engine oil and gear oil to fit the ambient temperature.
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– Consult battery manufacturer for specific gravity for your specific battery. – When you park your lift truck overnight, leaving it outside a garage, remove the battery and keep it warm. – The electrolyte of a fully charged battery will not freeze to -35°C (-31°F). CAUTION
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– Antifreeze used in the engine cooling system of a new lift truck shipped from the manufacturer provides sufficient freeze protection to -30°C (-22°F). – If ambient temperatures are below -30°C (-22°F), add antifreeze. NOTICE: For type and concentration of antifreeze, consult your authorized Cat lift truck dealer.
– After distilled water has been added to the battery, run the engine for a while. This mixes the added water with the electrolyte and will reduce the risk of freezing and damaging the battery. – DO NOT attempt to restore a battery's charge by pouring boiling water over it. This could break the battery case, resulting in acid contact with skin or eyes.
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