8.
The batteries give off flammable fumes. Put out all fires and hot embers before
Perform the operations described below in a ventilated area.
To avoid permanent damage to the batteries, do not run them down completely.
Remember that when the corresponding red LED (fig. 5, ref. 1) flashes on the control
panel, you must charge the batteries.
8.1.
Charging procedure
connect the battery charger connector to the battery wiring connector (fig. 4, ref. 1);
Depending on battery type you choose to install, make sure to program the
supplied battery charger to the proper battery setting.
Charge the batteries as described in the battery charger manual;
at the end of charging, disconnect the connectors;
reconnect the battery wiring connector to the machine connector.
8.2.
On Board Charger Setting Instructions
When machines are shipped with batteries installed, the charger and machine
battery settings are factory-set. The machine is ready for operation.
IMPORTANT: For machines shipped without batteries, the machine and battery
charger are factory set for Sealed Gel/AGM batteries as the default. If a different
type of battery is going to be installed, the charger setting MUST be changed as
described below. Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to the
battery. Depending on the type of battery selected (wet lead-acid or AGM/Gel), the
machine battery setting MUST be changed accordingly. For information on how to
make the battery selection, see the hang tag on the machine or refer to section 5.5
Power supply batteries (battery models) .
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND CHARGING
! DANGER
Do not check the batteries by sparking.
checking or topping up the battery level.
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
IMPORTANT