Wood’s Powr-Grip MTCL6FS625DC - Manual (Page 25)

Rev 5.0/12-13 23 MTCL6FS625DC: #35078
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Leave the apply/release switch in the neutral position and place the power switch in the OFF ( )
position (power light shuts off when power is disengaged).
CAUTION: Do not set the lifter against any surfaces which could soil or damage the
vacuum pads.
To remove the lifter from the hoisting equipment, place stable supports under the center of the
pad frame. Additional supports may be placed under the pad frame extensions for stability. Use
the hoisting equipment to gently lower the lifter until the supports are holding its entire weight.
Make sure the lifter is stable; then detach the hoisting equipment hook from the lift bail.
If the lifter is transported to another location, use the original shipping container and secure the
lifter so as to protect the vacuum pads and all other components from damage while in transit.
Storing the Lifter
Charge the battery completely when placing it in storage and at six-month intervals thereafter
(see MAINTENANCE: B
ATTERY
R
ECHARGE
). After charging the battery, open the power system
enclosure and disconnect the electrical connector uniting the battery charger and the battery, in
order to prevent power drainage. Disconnecting the battery from the vacuum generating system
is also recommended.
10 Preferred temperatures for storing the battery are 32° to 70° Fahrenheit
[0° to 21° Celsius]. Higher temperatures require the battery to be charged more frequently.
Storage at temperatures above 100° Fahrenheit [38° Celsius] should be avoided.
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Place the power switch in the OFF position before disconnecting the battery leads.