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General Lubrication
Section 3 - Service & Repair
3-5 G ENERAL L UBRICATION
NOTE: Apply grease to each grease fitting
Figure 3-3: Steering
Lubrication Points.
There are four lubrication points on the machine steering
system - two on each steering pivot (see Figure).
Lubricate the steering pivots every 125 hours or three
months.
1. Deploy the maintenance brace (see “Blocking the
Elevating Assembly”).
2. Clean the grease fittings and surrounding area.
3. Using multipurpose grease in a grease gun, pump the
grease into the fitting until grease just begins to
appear at the edges of the pivot.
4. Wipe off any excess grease.
Figure 3-4: Lift Ram & Scissor Pin Lubrication Points
3-6 B ATTERIES
The batteries are located in a slide-out tray in the rear of the machine. Electrical Energy for the motor is
supplied by four 6 volt batteries wired in series for 24 volts DC. Correct care and maintenance of the batteries and motor will ensure maximum performance from the work platform.
C A U T I O N
If battery water level is not maintained, batteries will not fully charge, creating a low discharge rate.
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W A R N I N G
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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.
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