IOP-495 FST-330 Operating Instructions - Revision history

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	~~'''Register your equipment with [https://na.bhs1.com/media-library/bhs-optima/ BHS Optima], BHS's free app.'''~~

	'''California Residents''': WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. [https://na.bhs1.com/about-bhs/compliance-statement-for-california-proposition-65/ Learn more here.]		'''California Residents''': WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. [https://na.bhs1.com/about-bhs/compliance-statement-for-california-proposition-65/ Learn more here.]

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SET UP

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	== SET UP ==		== SET UP ==
			[[File:Box.png\|alt=box icon\|frameless\|145x145px]]
	# Remove banding and packing material		#Remove banding and packing material
	# Cut the colored cable ties that secure the red output hose to the top of the tank. '''Use care to not cut the hose.'''		# Cut the colored cable ties that secure the red output hose to the top of the tank. '''Use care to not cut the hose.'''

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	'''California Residents''': WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. [https://na.bhs1.com/about-bhs/compliance-statement-for-california-proposition-65/ Learn more here.]		'''California Residents''': WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. [https://na.bhs1.com/about-bhs/compliance-statement-for-california-proposition-65/ Learn more here.]
			= Battery Watering & Filling System Tank Operating Instructions =

	[[File:FST-330-labled.png\|alt=FST-330 with features labeled\|frameless\|878x878px]]		=== [[File:FST-330-labled.png\|alt=FST-330 with features labeled\|frameless\|878x878px]] ===

	~~== Battery Watering & Filling System Tank Operating Instructions ==~~		== HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ==

	=== HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ===

	* Use only with a 24V Battery. Minimum capacity of 750 Ah.		* Use only with a 24V Battery. Minimum capacity of 750 Ah.
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	* Batteries contain sulphuric acid, always wear approved protective clothing (gloves goggles and apron)		* Batteries contain sulphuric acid, always wear approved protective clothing (gloves goggles and apron)

	=== SET UP ===		== SET UP ==

	# Remove banding and packing material		# Remove banding and packing material
	# Cut the colored cable ties that secure the red output hose to the top of the tank. '''Use care to not cut the hose.'''		# Cut the colored cable ties that secure the red output hose to the top of the tank. '''Use care to not cut the hose.'''

	=== OPERATION ===		== OPERATION ==

	# Connect standard garden hose to the fill valve and fill to desired level. Valve will shut off automatically once level reaches max fill (300 gallons/1135.6 liters) '''(See fig 1)'''		*Connect standard garden hose to the fill valve and fill to desired level. Valve will shut off automatically once level reaches max fill (300 gallons/1135.6 liters) '''(See fig 1)'''
	# Connect SB175 from Inverter Box to 24V Battery Supply.		* Connect SB175 from Inverter Box to 24V Battery Supply.
	# Open lid to inverter, move the switch on the inverter to the On position. '''(See fig 2)'''		* Open lid to inverter, move the switch on the inverter to the On position. '''(See fig 2)'''
	# Connect appropriate battery watering adapter to the output hose.		* Connect appropriate battery watering adapter to the output hose.
	# Squeeze the lever on the valve completely to fill the battery. '''DO NOT PARTIALLY SQUEEZE THE LEVER.'''		* Squeeze the lever on the valve completely to fill the battery. '''DO NOT PARTIALLY SQUEEZE THE LEVER.'''
	# Watch the spinner mounted on the valve. When it stops spinning, the filling is completed (about 15 seconds) '''(See fig 3)'''		* Watch the spinner mounted on the valve. When it stops spinning, the filling is completed (about 15 seconds) '''(See fig 3)'''
	# Release the lever.		* Release the lever.
	# When filling operations are complete turn the Inverter off and store the red output hose. If the tank is going to remain unused for an extended period of time, drain the tank. (NOTE: Inverter will shut off when battery voltage reaches 12.5VDC. If this occurs, fully charge the battery before the next use.)		* When filling operations are complete turn the Inverter off and store the red output hose. If the tank is going to remain unused for an extended period of time, drain the tank. (NOTE: Inverter will shut off when battery voltage reaches 12.5VDC. If this occurs, fully charge the battery before the next use.)

	~~=== '''DRAINING THE UNIT''' ===~~

			== DRAINING THE UNIT ==
	# To drain the tank, remove the protective cap. '''(See fig 4)'''		# To drain the tank, remove the protective cap. '''(See fig 4)'''
	# Rotate the lever to the open position.		# Rotate the lever to the open position.
	# Once tank has been emptied, return the lever to the off position and replace the protective cap.		# Once tank has been emptied, return the lever to the off position and replace the protective cap.
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			![[File:FST-330-Figure3.png\|alt=FST-330-Figure3\|frameless]]
			![[File:FST-330-Figure4.png\|alt=FST-330-Figure4\|frameless]]
			\|}

	==~~= '''~~SAFETY EQUIPMENT~~''' =~~==		== SAFETY EQUIPMENT ==
	'''When using the Battery Watering and Filling System Tank (FST-330) from BHS Inc. you MUST utilize the proper safety equipment such as:'''		'''When using the Battery Watering and Filling System Tank (FST-330) from BHS Inc. you MUST utilize the proper safety equipment such as:'''
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	response in the event of an acid spill.		response in the event of an acid spill.
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			== STATEMENT OF WARRANTY ==

			=== '''Statement of Warranty''' ===
			[https://store.bhs1.com/warranty Click here] for details on BHS' Statement of Warranty.

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'''Looking for a specific replacement part?''' Ctrl-F (or Command-F for Mac users) brings up your browsers search panel and can search any text on the entire web page. Find parts by searching a part # or part description.

'''Register your equipment with [https://na.bhs1.com/media-library/bhs-optima/ BHS Optima], BHS's free app.'''

'''California Residents''': WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. [https://na.bhs1.com/about-bhs/compliance-statement-for-california-proposition-65/ Learn more here.]

[[File:FST-330-labled.png|alt=FST-330 with features labeled|frameless|878x878px]]

== Battery Watering & Filling System Tank Operating Instructions ==

=== HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ===

* Use only with a 24V Battery. Minimum capacity of 750 Ah.
* When traveling with the tank, travel with the power unit first.
* Do not lift tank higher than 6 inches (15.24 cm) while in transit.
* Tip Over Hazard; use low speed and wide turns. MAX weight of tank full; 3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg)
* Batteries contain sulphuric acid, always wear approved protective clothing (gloves goggles and apron)

=== SET UP ===

# Remove banding and packing material
# Cut the colored cable ties that secure the red output hose to the top of the tank. '''Use care to not cut the hose.'''

=== OPERATION ===

# Connect standard garden hose to the fill valve and fill to desired level. Valve will shut off automatically once level reaches max fill (300 gallons/1135.6 liters) '''(See fig 1)'''
# Connect SB175 from Inverter Box to 24V Battery Supply.
# Open lid to inverter, move the switch on the inverter to the On position. '''(See fig 2)'''
# Connect appropriate battery watering adapter to the output hose.
# Squeeze the lever on the valve completely to fill the battery. '''DO NOT PARTIALLY SQUEEZE THE LEVER.'''
# Watch the spinner mounted on the valve. When it stops spinning, the filling is completed (about 15 seconds) '''(See fig 3)'''
# Release the lever.
# When filling operations are complete turn the Inverter off and store the red output hose. If the tank is going to remain unused for an extended period of time, drain the tank. (NOTE: Inverter will shut off when battery voltage reaches 12.5VDC. If this occurs, fully charge the battery before the next use.)

=== '''DRAINING THE UNIT''' ===

# To drain the tank, remove the protective cap. '''(See fig 4)'''
# Rotate the lever to the open position.
# Once tank has been emptied, return the lever to the off position and replace the protective cap.

=== '''SAFETY EQUIPMENT''' ===
'''When using the Battery Watering and Filling System Tank (FST-330) from BHS Inc. you MUST utilize the proper safety equipment such as:'''
{|
![[File:PK-1200 .png|alt=PK-1200 Personal Protective Kit|frameless]]

=== '''Personal Protective Kit (PK-1200)''' ===
Operator PPE (Goggles, Apron, and Gloves)

are mandatory when watering batteries

to protect staff from battery acid spills.
![[File:SEW-500.jpg|alt=Shower Eye Wash (SEW-500) |frameless]]

=== '''Shower Eye Wash (SEW-500)''' ===
It is OSHA-mandated to have a eye wash station

to protect employees from electrolyte splashes

that can occur while cleaning, charging,

or changing lift truck batteries.
![[File:SK-55.jpg|alt=Spill Kit 5 (SK-55)|frameless]]

=== Spill Kit 55 (SK-55) ===
Every battery charging/watering area should

contain a Battery Spill Kit, which should be

strategically placed to ensure a quick, effective

response in the event of an acid spill.
|}