What is needed to handle batteries for forklifts?
Due to the weight of a forklift battery, use of a lifting beam, conveyer, overhead hoist, or similar heavy materials handling equipment is required by OSHA. OSHA prohibits changing forklift batteries using a chain and two hooks, as this produces uneven force, causing internal damage and distortion to the battery.
What is an SB connector?
SB® connectors are color coded to allow differentiation between voltage capacities in electrical circuits that are frequently disconnected–for charging or service purposes. Quick Cable offers SB® connectors as components and kits so you can order what you need.
Are all forklift chargers the same?
If you have multiple chargers of different voltages, use different connectors for each voltage of charger so that you can easily pick the correct charger in a hurry. In general, a red connector is used for 24 volts, a grey one is used for 36 volts, and a blue one is used for 48 volts.
What is proper PPE for battery charging areas?
Personal protective equipment including goggles, face shield, rubber or neoprene gloves, rubber aprons, and safety toe footwear should be provided to protect workers against electrolyte splashes and electrical shocks. 3. Medical services and first aid should be at hand.
Should forklift batteries bubble when charging?
When you connect your forklift battery to an active charger, electrical current passes into the flooded battery cells. That’s why gassing increases at the end of the charging process. When enough hydrogen is isolated, it forms bubbles, which float to the top of the electrolyte and right out through the battery vents.
What is an Anderson plug?
Anderson plugs are a dedicated electrical part used by campers on their vehicles, trailers, and caravans as part of a 12-volt, high current, dual battery system. Their main benefit is that they allow auxiliary batteries to be charged while driving.
Is it OK to do a quick battery charge on a forklift?
Don’t – Charge a Battery During Lunch Breaks Opportunity charging or quick charging shortens a battery’s lifespan. Think of it like this: a battery is “born” with approximately 1,500 charges in it. The more often it gets charged, the quicker it gets used up. – Charge once a day and the battery should last five years.
Can you leave a forklift charging overnight?
Usually yes, most electric forklifts can be put on charge whenever not in use regardless of battery charge level – e.g. in most warehouses, the electric forklifts may be put on charge on lunch breaks and overnight at the end of the shift.
What are the different types of forklift battery connectors?
The connectors can broadly be split into 2 categories, flat connectors and Euro-DIN connectors. This type of electric forklift battery connector uses the “flat wiping technology” contacts.
Where are the battery contacts on a forklift?
The forklift battery connector contacts are, as standard, crimped onto the battery/charge cable. Visually inspect the crimp and check it is adequate and not loose. If the connectors become dirty, or frequently disconnected under load, then this could cause signs of pitting on the contacts.
Can a battery be damaged on a MRC forklift?
The MRC forklift battery connector has the advantage of being very simple to replace should it become damaged, only requiring the harness to be unbolted from the battery. Damage to your forklifts batteries connectors, contacts and cables can compromise its performance, usable life and safety.
Why does my forklift battery connector keep pitting?
A common cause of pitting is due to the battery being disconnected from the charger, whilst it is still being charged. This creates an electrical arc that pits the contact. The connector plastic housing should be regularly checked for damage such as cracks, melting and discoloration.