CONTENTS - INTRO TO FORKLIFT SAFETY remaining hubs the same way. Refer to the oil specifications found in the LUBRICATION chapter of this manual.
Plug set at fill and check position.
Handling Battery Safely The top of the battery must always be kept clean. Clean the battery with a brush dipped in an alkaline solution (ammonia or baking soda and water). After the foaming has stopped, flush the top of the battery with clean water. If the terminals and cable connection clamps are corroded or have a buildup, disconnect the cables and clean the terminals and clamps with the same alkaline solution.
NOTE: The battery in this machine is warranted by the supplier. See the punch tag on the top of the battery for warranty information.
Jump Starting CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER Change the engine oil and filter using the following procedure: 1. With the engine warm, remove the crankcase drain plug. Some plugs are equipped with a magnet to gather metal particles. Completely clean and flush away all metallic filings from the plug and reinstall it.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT discharge oil onto ground. Catch and dispose of per local waste disposal regulations. 2. The engine oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval. Remove and discard the disposible filter canister. Wipe the gasket sealing area of the block with a clean cloth.
IMPORTANT: Your OEM engine oil filters have special by-pass valves built in. Use only genuine OEM engine replacement filters. 3. Apply a thin coat of clean oil to the new oil filter gasket. Hand tighten. Refill the crankcase with new oil. See page 45 for type and viscosity of new oil. 4. After new oil has been added, run the engine at idle speed until the oil pressure lamp is OFF. Check for leaks at the filter and drain plug. Re-tighten only as much as necessary to eliminate leakage.
If the battery becomes discharged or does not have enough power to start the engine, use jumper cables and the following procedure to jump-start the engine.
WARNING Explosive gas is produced while a battery is in use or being charged. Keep flames or sparks away from the battery area. Make sure battery is charged in a well-ventilated area. NEVER lay a metal object on top of a battery as a short circuit can result. Battery acid is harmful on contact with skin or fabrics. If acid spills, follow these first aid tips: 1. IMMEDIATELY remove any clothing on which acid spills. 2. If acid contacts the skin, rinse the affected area with running water for 10 to 15 minutes. 3. If acid comes in contact with the eyes, flood the eyes with running water for 10 to 15 minutes. See a doctor at once. NEVER use any medication or eye drops unless prescribed by the doctor. 4. To neutralize acid spilled on the floor, use one of the following mixtures: a. 1 pound (0.5 kg) of baking soda in 4 quarts (4 liters) of water.
CHECK THE BATTERY The battery furnished in the machine is a 12-volt, wetcell battery.
b. 1 pint (0.4 liters) of household ammonia in 4 quarts (4 liters) of water. Whenever battery is removed from the unit, BE SURE to disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal connection first.
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