Raymond Electric Forklift Fresno

Forklift Battery Safe Installation and Charging

Lift truck batteries are pretty large and are really pricey pieces of machinery. They weigh thousands of pounds. The task of charging and installing these batteries is something that should be planned out ahead of time in order to make certain that these procedures can be done safely and correctly. Maintaining correct handling and a sound charging method could majorly increase the battery's standard life span.



Standard Charging

It is vital not to connect the battery to the charger until it is at 20% capacity or lower. By charging the battery when it is more than 20 percent, the battery's lifespan can actually be shortened. On around each 5th charge cycle, the charger needs to be set on the weekend or equalize setting, depending on what model of charger you are using.



The charging cycle must never be interrupted. When the charge cycle is done, you must avoid using the battery for a few hours. By practicing these procedures, you will be able to help ensure that you get the maximum battery performance available.



Charger Maintenance

Be sure to have the charger turned off while in the process of hooking up the battery to the charger. Connect the charger to the battery and not the forklift. This is a common error that can accidentally cause damage to both the charger and the forklift. Furthermore, it is very vital that the battery amperage should match that of the charger.



The battery must never be allowed to completely discharge or deep discharge. This would ultimately shorten the lift of the battery and could even prevent the charger from being able to activate. If the battery charger reads that there is no battery activity, it would not start the charge cycle. If this situation happens, a technician should be called in order to re-set the charger prior to charge being able to begin.

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