VALVE GP-RELIEF 2356160 - Caterpillar

Check Electrolyte Level
Table 21Tighten the battery retainers on all batteries.Check the following at least every 250 service hours, and more often as conditions require:* Clean the top of the batteries with a clean cloth. * Keep the terminals clean and coated with petroleum jelly.At the proper charging rate, in a moderate climate, a battery should not require more than 30 ml (1 ounce) of water per cell per week.Check the cells weekly in extreme temperatures, cell water usage could be higher.
Illustration 671. Open the battery access cover located at the left side of the machine.2. Clean the battery surface with a clean cloth. Keep the terminals clean and coated with petroleum jelly. Install the post cover after coating.3. Inspect the electrolyte level in each battery cell, except maintenance free. Maintain the level to the bottom of the fill openings with distilled water. If distilled water is not available, use clean drinking water.4. Close the access cover.Replacement of Battery, Battery Cable, or Disconnect Switch
1. Turn the keyswitch to OFF.2. Turn the battery disconnect switch key to OFF and remove the key.3. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable, at the battery disconnect switch, that is connected to the machine frame. Do not allow the disconnected battery cable to contact the disconnect switch.4. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable at the battery. 5. Make necessary repairs and cable or battery replacement. 6. Connect the negative (-) battery cable at the battery. 7. Connect the battery cable at the battery disconnect switch.8. Install the battery disconnect key and turn the key to ON.Battery Recycling
1. A battery should always be recycled and never discarded. 2. A used battery must be returned to a battery dealer or to an authorized battery collection or recycling facility.