Genie DPL-25S Service Manual

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4 - 8 DPL-25S • DPL-30S • DPL-35S Super Series Part No. 40462September 2016Section 4 - Scheduled Maintenance ProceduresB-4Check the Battery - DC ModelsProper battery condition is essential to goodmachine performance and operational safety.Improper fluid levels or damaged cables andconnections can result in component damage andhazardous conditions.Batteries contain acid. Avoidspilling or contacting battery acid.Neutralize battery acid spills withbaking soda and water.1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.2 Slide open the battery cover to access thecharger and the battery. The cover mustremain open for the entire charging cycle.3 Remove the battery vent caps and check thespecific gravity with a hydrometer.4 Check the battery acid level. If needed,replenish with distilled water to cover thebattery plates. Do not overfill.5 Install the battery vent caps.6 Set timer based on the amount of use:Light Use—less than 15 lifting cycles: Set to 7hours.Heavy Use—greater than 15 lifting cycles: Setto the ON position.7 The charger will automatically shut off at theend of the set period.Note: If ammeter drops to 3A or less within the first15 minutes, the battery is fully charged.8 Observe charger ammeter after one hour toconfirm charging amperage has dropped.Note: If amperage does not drop, the battery is badand needs to be replaced.TABLE B PROCEDURESB-3Check the Lifting ChainAdjustmentsMaintaining proper adjustment of the lifting chainsis essential to safe machine operation. Failure tomaintain proper chain adjustment could result inunsafe operating conditions and may causecomponent damage.1 Lower the platform.2 Lower the platform side guard rails to thestowed position.3 Measure the maximum height of the machine.Result: The machine should be no taller thanspecification.Note: If measurement does not meet specification,adjust the chains. See Repair procedure 5-3,Howto Adjust the Lifting Chains.SpecificationsModel HeightDPL-25S 78 inches 197.8 cmDPL-30S 78 inches 197.8 cmDPL-35S 78 inches 197.8 cm