Crown Counterbalance Truck FC 5725-50

Warning: Battery maintenance requires trained personnel with PPE!

Truck is OFF and all controls are in neutral

Steering wheel tilted up, storage tray removed, and seat moved towards the rear

Seat deck raised to the open position and gas struts are working properly

Full side cover or short battery retainer removed

Correct size and weight battery used

Roller stand used for battery installation or removal is the same height as the rollers in the truck's battery compartment and at least as long as the battery

Nothing metal touched the top of the cells

Approved spreader bar used to move a battery

Battery retainer is properly installed

All wheels are in good condition

Both forks are secure and not bent, cracked or badly worn

Lift chains and anchors for damage and corrosion

Lift chains are well lubricated

The load backrest is in place and secure, when required

No signs of leaks under the truck

Gas struts are working properly and holding the seat deck securely in the open position

For flooded lead acid batteries, battery water level is checked

Warning: Don't use an open flame to check the battery. Be sure vent caps are in place

Battery cables and connectors are inspected for damage or corrosion

Sign off on the daily battery check

BEFORE CHARGING POWER SOURCES: Read the instructions for the charger and power source. Make sure that the charger has the correct voltage and amperage for the power source. Only charge a power source in an authorized area.

Unplug the power source connector from the truck

Follow the charging instructions from the power source manufacturer

When charging is complete, unplug the charger and plug the power source connector into the truck

AVOID DAMAGING THE TRUCK AND BATTERY CHARGER: Make sure that the battery charger is plugged into the battery connector, not the truck connector

AVOID DAMAGING THE BATTERY: Batteries that are not properly maintained will fail prematurely. Always follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

Sign off on the battery maintenance

Charging a V-Force Lithium-Ion Battery

Is the charger plugged into the battery charge port?

Are you following the charging instructions for the V-Force lithium-ion battery?

Is the battery being opportunity charged during breaks or whenever the truck is not being used?

Is the charger unplugged from the battery charge port when charging is complete or the battery is fully charged?

Have you read the instructions for the charger and power source?

Does the charger have the correct voltage and amperage for the power source?