Forklift Battery Safe Installation and Charging
Lift truck batteries are fairly big and are very pricey pieces of machines. They weigh thousands of pounds. The task of charging and installation of these batteries is something which must be planned out in advanced in order to make certain that these methods are able to be done correctly and safely. Maintaining proper handling and a sound charging procedure could majorly increase the battery's standard life span.
Standard Charging
It is suggested that the battery is not connected to the charger until it is at or less than 20 percent capacity. By charging the battery when it is higher than 20 percent, the battery's lifespan could actually be shortened. On roughly each 5th charge cycle, the charger must be set on the equalize or weekend setting, depending on what type of charger you are using.
The charging cycle must never be interrupted. As soon as the charge cycle is done, you must avoid utilizing the battery for several hours. By practicing these methods, you could help ensure that you get the maximum battery performance available.
Charger Maintenance
Be certain to have the charger turned off when 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 which can accidentally cause damage to both the charger and the forklift. What's more, it is very vital that the battery amperage should match that of the charger.
The battery should 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 start. If the battery charger reads that there is no activity in the battery, it would not start the charge cycle. If this situation happens, a technician would have to be called in order to re-set the charger prior to charge being able to begin.