Battery maintenance
! DANGER: do not check the batteries by
up the batteries.
! DANGER: during any type of maintenance
on the batteries, the operator technician must
wear the Personal Protective Equipment
(gloves, eyewear, overalls, etc.) needed to limit
the risk of accidents. Keep away from naked
do not generate sparks and do not smoke.
!
following precautions:
Contact with the skin can cause irritation; wash
with soap and water.
Inhalation of vapours can cause irritation to the
airways; stay out in the open air and consult a
doctor.
Contact with eyes can cause irritation, wash
eyes immediately and thoroughly with water for
at least 15 minutes; consult a doctor.
Useful battery life is dependent on proper maintenance. To
following rules:
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Do not leave batteries partially discharged for
long periods of time.
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Allow batteries to charge completely before
resuming use of the machine.
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Keep batteries clean, with the connections always
well tightened.
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Check the level of the electrolyte every week
(WET batteries).
Checking the electrolyte level of WET
batteries
! ATTENTION: before carrying out the operations
apply the parking brake.
! DANGER: during any type of maintenance
on the batteries, the operator technician must
wear the Personal Protective Equipment
(gloves, eyewear, overalls, etc.) needed to limit
the risk of accidents. Keep away from naked
do not generate sparks and do not smoke.
WET batteries must be inspected periodically to check
the level of the electrolyte. Use only distilled water to top
(maximum 5 mm above the plates), as the electrolyte
Recharging the batteries
! DANGER: do not check the batteries by
up the batteries.
! DANGER: carry out the operations described
below in a ventilated area.
! DANGER: when charging the batteries, highly
explosive hydrogen gas is produced. Keep the
operator seat tilted toward the steering wheel
throughout the battery charging cycle and
carry out this procedure only in well-ventilated
! ATTENTION: before carrying out the operations
apply the parking brake.
! ATTENTION: before recharging, make certain that
the battery charger is set up correctly for the type of
battery installed.
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