. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE CHECK LEVEL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE Perform this check before operating the machine. WARNING the NOTICE When adding distilled water in cold weather, add it before starting operations in the morning to prevent the electrolyte from freezing. 3. If the electrolyte level is below the midway point between the U.L and L.L lines, remove cap (2) and add distilled water to the U.L line. 4. After adding distilled water, tighten cap (2) securely. REMARK If distilled water is added to above the U.L. line, use a syringe to lower the level to the U.L. line.
Neutralize the removed fluid with baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), then flush it away with a large amount of water or consult your Komatsu distributor or battery maker. 4 - 56 Do not use the battery if the batter y electrolyte level is below the LOWE R LEVE L line. Th is will accelera te deterioration of inside of the battery and reduce th e service life of the battery. In additio n, it ma y cause a n explosion. ear the battery. The battery generates flammable g as and there is danger of explosion, so do n ot bring f ire or sparks n Battery electrolyte is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes or on your skin, wash it off with a large amount o f water and cons doctor.
When adding distilled water to th e battery, do not allow the battery electrolyte to go above the UPPER LEVEL line. If leak and cause damage to the paint surface or corrode other parts. ectrolyt electrolyte level is too high, it may leak and cause damage to the paint surface or corrod e other parts. Inspect the battery electrolyte lev el at least once a month and follo w the basic sa fety procedur es given below. When Checking Electrolyte Level If it is possible to check the electr olyte level from the side of the ba ttery, c heck as 1 2 . Open battery inspection cove r (1) and remove a sheet installe d abov e the ba .
Use a wet cloth to clean the lines and check that the e UPPER LEVEL (U.L.) and LO If the battery is wiped with a cause a fire or explosion.