Trojan HYDROLINK SNAKE User manual

HYDROLINK™
WATERING SYSTEM WITH
SNAKE™ TUBING

CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 GENERAL INFORMATION AND PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4 HYDROLINK WATERING SYSTEM CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5 BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR HYDROLINK WATERING SYSTEM KIT . . 5
6 HYDROLINK INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
7 WATERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
9 REGULATED HOSE AND DEIONIZER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
10 HAND PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
11 INITIAL INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
12 REGULAR MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
13 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
14 OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
15 HYDROLINK WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
This manual provides detailed instructions for safely installing, operating and
maintaining the HydroLink™Watering System and/or related water supply. Thoroughly
review this document before installing or using the HydroLink Watering System.

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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
Please read and comply with all of the following safety-related instructions and warnings prior to installing,
operating and maintaining the HydroLink Watering System. Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in serious personal injury, death and/or property damage.
DANGER! - EXPLOSIVE GASES
îBatteries can generate explosive gases! Do not smoke in the vicinity of any batteries.
îKeep sparks and flames away from the batteries, vehicle and service area.
îVentilate when charging batteries or operating a vehicle in an enclosed space.
îWear a full-face shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
DANGER! - POISON / ACID
îLead-acid batteries contain acid, which is a poison and can cause severe burns!
îDo not transport, store, handle or operate batteries except in an upright position.
îWear a full-face shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
îIn the event of an acid spill, avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
îAntidotes:
- External: Flush with water. Call a physician immediately.
- Internal: Drink large quantities of milk or water. Follow with milk of magnesia or
vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
- Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately.
2 GENERAL INFORMATION AND PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! - RISK OF ELECTIC SHOCK
îThe energy stored in batteries can cause electric shock resulting in serious bodily injury
or death, even at low voltages.
îUse insulated tools when working near batteries or electrical connections.
îUse extreme caution to avoid shorting of components or wiring.
îDo not wear metal jewelry such as rings, watches, chains, etc., when servicing the vehicle,
watering system, battery or battery charger.
îEnsure that the work area is dry when servicing the vehicle, watering system, battery or
battery charger.

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3 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
îFollow the procedures exactly as stated in these instructions, and heed all danger and
warning statements in these instructions, as well as those on the vehicle, battery,
watering system, and battery charger.
îOnly trained technicians should service or repair the HydroLink Watering System. The
instructions in this manual must be followed when installing, operating and maintaining the
HydroLink Watering System and/or related water supply.
îPrior to servicing any vehicle or leaving any vehicle unattended, turn the key switch OFF, remove
the key, and set the parking brake.
îMoving parts! Do not attempt to service any vehicle while it is running.
îDo not wear loose clothing when servicing any vehicle, battery, watering system or battery charger.
îHot! Do not attempt to service hot engine, exhaust system, or motor. Failure to heed this warning could
result in severe burns.
îIf wires are removed or replaced, make sure wiring and wire harness are properly routed and secured.
îWear safety glasses or other approved eye protection when installing or servicing any part of the
HydroLink Watering System.
4 HYDROLINK WATERING SYSTEM CONTENTS
NOTE: pictures may differ slightly from your specific application.
Kit Size Battery Type Quantity of
HydroLink Vents
48-volt 12-volt 8
48-volt 8-volt 6
48-volt 6-volt 8
36-volt 6-volt 6
24-volt 6-volt 4
6-Volt HydroLink shown
Coupler & Dust Cover: Quantity = 1
Snake™ Tubing (Sized based on
Golf Car Application) Quantity = 1

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5 BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR HYDROLINK WATERING
SYSTEM KIT(Kit purchased separate from your Trojan batteries)
DANGER! - POISON / ACID
The battery contains acid, and may release explosive gases. Wear eye protection at all times. No smoking,
sparks or open flames near batteries. In the event of an acid spill, avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
SHIELD EYES.
EXPLOSIVE GASES
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS
OR INJURY
FLUSH EYES
IMMEDIATELY
WITH WATER.
GET MEDICAL
HELP FAST.
SULFURIC ACID
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS
NO
•SPARKS
•FLAMES
•SMOKING
1. Remove the vent caps and inspect the fill wells.
2. Check electrolyte level:
a) If electrolyte level is below the plates:
Manually add enough water to cover the plates. (Refer to Trojan Battery’s User Guide, Table 4 for
Water Impurity Limits, available at www.trojanbattery.com.)
Charge batteries to 100% full charge, before using the HydroLink Watering System.
WARNING! DO NOT OVERFILL THE CELL. ADDING TOO MUCH WATER TO THE
CELL WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO OVERFLOW ACID DURING THE CHARGING
PROCESS CAUSING CORROSION AND POTENTIAL INJURY.
b) If electrolyte level is inside of the fill well, the cell is overfilled. Do not install the system at this time.
Wait for the electrolyte levels to go down normally (under battery usage). After levels are normal, fully
charge the batteries and continue to Section 6, Installation.