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Fast Charging Forklift Batteries

We recently purchased a new forklift with a fast or quick charger. I am hearing conflicting information about how this new technology works. Can the quick charging be used on any battery? Or are there specific batteries designed for quick charging?

Posted 22 Jan 2009 08:10
Discussion started by MikeinMT
Montana, United States

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From what I have read on them you use a normal battery. But I haven't seen any reference to gel cell batteries and how those would be affected.

The technology works simply by charging the battery at 3-5 times the normal charging rate for a short time, generally during lunch breaks and short periods of forklift inactivity. When you are charging a battery at 400 to 600 amps, damage to the battery is possible so read all instructions and follow them.

Posted 22 Jan 2009 23:24
Reply by MikePattison
California, United States

Shop Mechanic, Transport Truck Driver,
Harris Forklift Service Inc.
South San Francisco, CA

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