Do you own or
operate a truck? Regardless of the vehicle
battery brand you use, please go through the below list of battery maintenance guidelines that
help you maximize your four wheeler battery
performance and life span.
DO’s
- Choose truck batteries of proper capacity
- Fully charge the four wheeler battery at the end of each shift
- Clean the vehicle battery regularly
- Always check the electrolyte level
- Once a month, make sure that all connectors are tight
- Keep the automatic filling system or the air-lift system (if available) in good condition
- Ventilate properly so that hydrogen released from truck batteries does not accumulate in concentrations greater than 4% by volume
- Read the vehicle battery manufacturer’s installation and operation instruction manual carefully
- Keep yourself protected. Wear protective equipment (goggles, face shield, rubber apron, and boots) when working on truck batteries
- Keep the battery away from open flames and sparks
- Read and observe all warnings published by the four wheeler battery manufacturer
- Take prompt action when a problem is indicated
- Neutralize spilled electrolyte immediately with a solution of 1 kg. baking soda to 4l of water
- Apply an equalizing charge once a week
- Keep accurate records regularly
DON’T
- Smoke or create sparks near batteries
- Wear conductive jewellery when doing battery maintenance
- Put tools on top of batteries
- Overcharge
- Add water before charging; always after it.
- Remove the cell vent plugs
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