Battery-Care-Poster Rev2 FINAL LR

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Battery Care LIST of RULES:

Rules for Lead


1. ALWAYS complete one full discharge
and charge cycle when battery is
placed in service for the first time.
Only after this initial first cycle is

Acid Batteries
completed, check and add approved
water if needed. NEVER add acid.

2. NEVER discharge battery beyond


80% and do not operate battery if
WATERING INSTRUCTIONS the specific gravity is below 1.150 sg
for Powerline™, Water Less® and Top
Approved Water Power® and 1.175 sg for Energy-Plus™.
In most areas of the United States, tap water 3. If the battery is above 115° F, allow
is satisfactory for use in lead acid batteries. battery to cool before charging or
operating. Consult your authorized
Use distilled water when in doubt. HAWKER® Representative for fast
charge applications.
Proper Electrolyte Level
4. K
 eep electrolyte levels above
The electrolyte level must be kept between separator protector and 1/8” below
the “High Watering Level” and the separator the vent well.

protectors shown in the sketch below. 5. Keep battery top clean and dry.

6. Keep vent caps tightly in place.


BATTERIES SHOULD BE FILLED ONLY Before removing a vent cap, make
sure Personal Protection Equipment
AT THE END OF THE CHARGING CYCLE. is worn.
Vent Cap 7. K
 eep open flame and metal
Vent Opening objects away from battery top.
NEVER wear jewelry on hands or
Positive Post Negative Post
wrists when handling batteries.
Cover Grommet
8. C
 alibrate or adjust truck lift
Jar
interrupt for correct voltage
Normal cutoff. This should be
(Standard) determined by 80% discharge
Water Level
voltage of the battery.
1/8" Separator
Protector 9. Use only approved chargers
(Moss Guard) of correct voltage and
current output.
Electrolyte Plate Sleeve
Level Range Material 10. Keep battery cover or
truck compartment open
Acceptable Level
Electrolyte is and well ventilated
between bottom of during charging.
moss guard and top
edge of plates
11. When in doubt, call
your HAWKER® Service
Representative.

1-877-7HAWKER | www.hawkerpowersource.com Leading Edge Power Solutions

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