Forklift certification Certification Forklift certification Refueling and Recharging Procedures 4

Question 1

What equipment is typically required to change a heavy forklift battery safely?

Accepted Answer

A battery-handling hoist, roller stand, or extractor

Answer

Bare hands and a coworker

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A standard forklift fork only

Answer

A rope and pulley

Question 2

Before changing a battery, what must be done with the forklift?

Accepted Answer

Park it, apply the brake, and turn it off

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Leave it running in neutral

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Raise the forks fully

Answer

Move it to an incline

Question 3

Why should battery caps stay in place during a battery change?

Accepted Answer

To prevent acid splash and contamination

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To improve appearance

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To increase voltage

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To reduce charging time

Question 4

What tool practice reduces the risk of a short circuit when working near battery terminals?

Accepted Answer

Using insulated tools and removing metal jewelry

Answer

Using chrome-plated wrenches

Answer

Working with wet hands

Answer

Laying tools across the terminals

Question 5

How should a battery be secured in the truck compartment after installation?

Accepted Answer

Properly seated and restrained so it cannot shift

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Left loose for easy removal

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Held only by its cables

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Balanced on top of the frame

Question 6

What should be verified about a replacement battery's weight before installing it?

Accepted Answer

That it meets the truck's minimum battery weight on the data plate

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That it is as light as possible

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That it matches the tire size

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Weight is irrelevant

Question 7

What surface condition is important where battery changing equipment operates?

Accepted Answer

A level, stable floor free of clutter

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A steep ramp

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A gravel surface

Answer

A slippery wet floor