Batteries Section 3 - Service & Repair
Pa
e 3-8 505115-000
3-6 B
ATTERIES
Electrical Energy for the motor is supplied by four 6 volt batteries wired in series for 24 volts DC. Proper
care and maintenance of the batteries and motor will ensure maximum performance from the work plat-
form.
CAUTION
If battery water level is not maintained, batteries will not fully charge, creating a low discharge rate.
WARNING
!
!
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries.
Always wear safety glasses when working with batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Thoroughly rinse away any spilled fluid with clean water.
Always replace batteries with UpRight batteries or manufacturer approved replacements.
Before disconnecting the battery negative (-) lead, make sure all switches are OFF. If ON, a spark will
occur at the ground terminal which could cause an explosion if hydrogen gas or fuel vapors are
present.
B
ATTERY
R
EPLACEMENT
Figure 3-4: Battery Cables
The batteries are located in a slide-out tray in the rear of the
machine. There are four 6 volt batteries wired in series for
24 volts DC. Battery cables must be installed as shown in the
Battery Cable Installation Diagram.
B
ATTERY
M
AINTENANCE
Refer to
Section 1: General Information
for complete bat-
tery maintenance instructions.
Refer to the
Operation Manual
included in this Service
Manual for specific maintenance and charging instruc-
tions.
Batteries Installed
Battery Cable Installation Diagram