Crown Counterbalance Truck FC 5745-65

Charging a V-Force Lithium-Ion Battery

Is the charger plugged into the battery charge port?

Did you follow the charging instructions for the V-Force lithium-ion battery?

Did you opportunity charge during breaks or whenever the truck is not being used?

Did you unplug the charger from the battery charge port when charging was complete or the battery was fully charged?

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

Did you ensure that the charger has the correct voltage and amperage for the power source?

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 securely held by gas struts

Full side cover or short battery retainer removed

Correct size and weight battery used

Roller stand used for battery installation or removal is of correct height and length

Nothing metal touched the top of the cells

Approved spreader bar used to move the battery

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

For flooded lead acid batteries, battery water level checked

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

Battery cables and connectors inspected for damage or corrosion

Sign off on the daily battery check

CHECK YOUR TRUCK BEFORE STARTING WORK

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

Test drive in an uncongested area

Adjust operator seat and steering wheel

Drive slowly in both directions

Drive through full speed range in both forward and reverse

Check braking and plugging distances in forward and reverse

Is the braking distance acceptable?