Battery Maintenance

Installed: 11/08/14

(2) 12V Interstate SRM-27 BatteriesEA

Rubber / LatexGloves

Eye ProtectionInsulated Tools

Exercise Care: Use Insulated Tools

Disconnect Battery Switch

Disconnect All Battery Leads(4 Total Posts on Dual Batteries)

14 MM Socket

Exercise Care: Insulated Tools Should Be Used

CorrosionIdentify Corrosion

Identify Corrosion

Use Brass and Steel Brushes

Clean / Remove Corrosion

Use Baking Soda / Water Mix to Nuetralize Battery Acid.

Rinse Thoroughly.

After Cleaning

Clean / Remove Oxidation

- Before -

Clean / Remove Oxidation

- After -

Remove Caps (Unless Maintenance Free)

Verify Water Levels.(See Diagram)

Purchase a Battery Tester

AutoZone$5

Specific Gravity Readings

Fill to Line

Read Needle

6V / 12V / 24V Systems

Fill Line

Needle

Instructions on Back

For Those Who Might Require a Little More Precision

Use Distilled Water. NOT Tap Water.

Clean all Surfaces Using DI Water Only. Dust Allows for

Voltage Tracking Between the Positive and Negative

Terminals.

Reconnect Positive and Negative Connections.Replace Fluid Caps.

Replace Battery Covers / Vent Tubes and Secure.

Verify Terminal Connections are Clean and Tight

*TIP: Nut Drivers Work Best

Verify Negative Connections are Clean and Tight

Verify Ground Connections are Clean and Tight

Verify Hydraulic Connections are Clean and Tight