Crown Straddle Stacker ST3000

Warning: Only trained personnel should perform this procedure

Turn the truck OFF and disconnect the battery

Use the correct size and weight battery

Never let anything metal touch the top of the cells. Use an insulator (such as plywood) when necessary

Use an approved spreader bar to place a battery in, or remove it from, the battery compartment

Adjust the spreader bar hooks to fit the battery

Turn the truck ON and check truck operation

BATTERY SIZE IS IMPORTANT: Make certain you use the correct size, weight and type of battery. Never operate a truck that has an underweight or undersized battery installed

Test drive in an uncongested area

Try all the hydraulic functions

Operate the truck slowly in both directions

Operate through the full speed range in both forward and reverse

If the braking distance is too long to stop safely, don't use the truck

Does everything look, work and feel right?

1. Your truck will have either a single industrial battery or a battery pack containing either two or four automotive style batteries

2. Check all batteries daily unless sealed, maintenance- free batteries have been selected

To use a separate external charger, follow the directions on the charger provided

To use a charger built into the truck you must first have access to an AC electrical outlet. To charge the batteries:

1. Turn the truck off. Do not disconnect the battery

2. Use an extension cord less than 7.5 meters (25 ft) long, with a wire size of 16 AWG or heavier

3. Plug one end of the extension cord into the charging socket on the console

Warning: This check requires trained personnel with PPE!

All wheels are in good condition

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

All lift chains are free from damage

Load backrest is in place and secure

No signs of hydraulic leaks under the truck