Battery Cleaning - Cushman HAULER 1200X E Manuel De L'utilisateur

MAINTENANCE
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
The watering device should only be used if the electrolyte level is less than 1/2" (13 mm) above top of plates.
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Battery Cleaning

To prevent battery damage, be sure that all battery caps are tightly installed.
To reduce the possibility of damage to vehicle or floor, neutralize acid before rinsing battery.
To reduce the possibility of damage to electrical components while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Cleaning should take place per the Periodic Service Schedule.
When cleaning the outside of batteries and terminals, first spray with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking
soda) and water to neutralize any acid deposits before rinsing with clear water
Use of a water hose without first neutralizing any acid will move acid from the top of batteries to another area of the
vehicle or storage facility where it will attack the metal structure or the concrete/asphalt floor. Additionally, conductive
residue will remain on the batteries and contribute to their self discharge.
To reduce the possibility of battery explosion that could result in severe injury or death, do not use metallic spray
wand to clean battery and keep all smoking materials, open flame or sparks away from the battery.
The correct cleaning technique is to spray the top and sides of the batteries with a solution of sodium bicarbonate
(baking soda) and water. This solution is best applied with a garden type sprayer equipped with a non metallic spray
wand or plastic spray bottle. The solution should consist of the ingredients shown in the illustration. In addition, spe-
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WATERING GUN SIMILAR TO THE TYPE INCLUDED
IN THE E-Z-GO BATTERY MAINTENANCE KIT
VALVE
CONSISTENTLY
FILLS TO A
PREDETERMINED
LEVEL
PURE WATER
ELECTROLYTE
LEVEL
Automatic Watering Gun
SINGLE BATTERY CELL