Pallet Jack Battery Maintenance

Making sure your team is aware of the maintenance plan is critical for the longevity of your pallet jacks and lift trucks.

Pallet jack battery maintenance.

Note that maintenance free batteries do not need to be topped off. Most of the time they run out of charge due to improper battery maintenance. Pallet jack batteries die for numerous reasons. Keep outside of battery clean and dry to avoid corrosion of terminals and connectors.

As a result regular check ups prevent unpleasant surprises and prolong the lifespan of the pallet truck. Only top off a battery after the battery is fully charged. A detailed battery maintenance program should be a part of any regular maintenance schedule the same as checking tires or making sure the spark plug is in proper working order. This will be necessary approximately every 10 charges if it is brand new by adding enough water to cover the battery s plastic element protector.

By means of a daily inspection of your pallet truck you can intervene in time when it requires repairs. When adding water to battery use distilled water only. Use a hydrometer to check your battery acid. A fully charged battery should read 1265 to 1275 specific gravity.

Extra space is needed for the expansion that happens when the battery is in use. Preventive maintenance of your pallet truck is vital for a safe working environment. Do not overfill the battery.