Warning, Caution, A-14 / english – Nilfisk-Advance America 56316025 (R32-C) User Manual

Page 14: Charging the batteries, Checking the battery electrolyte level

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A-14 / ENGLISH

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R28-C, R32-C / BR 800S TRIO EDS

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

Charge the batteries each time the machine is used, or whenever the Battery Condition Meter (K) is showing a yellow, red or fl ashing red indicator light(s).

WARNING

!

Do not fi ll the batteries before charging.
Only charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
Do not smoke while servicing the batteries.

When Servicing Batteries...

Remove all jewelry.

Do not smoke.

Wear safety glasses, a rubber apron and rubber gloves.

Work in a well-ventilated area.

Do not allow tools to touch more than one battery terminal at a time.

To Charge the Batteries...
1

Depress the Battery Disconnect (13).

2

Open the Battery Compartment Cover (16) to provide proper ventilation.

3

Push the connector from the Battery Connector (22) into the charger connector (Connector (29) if equipped with an onboard charger). Plug the AC line cord
into a properly grounded wall outlet.

4

Follow the instructions on the battery charger.

5 Check

the

fl uid level in all battery cells after charging the batteries. Add distilled water, if necessary, to bring the fl uid level up to the bottom of the fi ller tubes.

CAUTION

!

To avoid damage to fl oor surfaces, always wipe water and acid from the top of the batteries after charging.

CHECKING THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL

Check the electrolyte level of the batteries at least once a week.
After charging the batteries, remove the vent caps and check the electrolyte level in each battery cell. Use distilled water to fi ll the batteries to the bottom of the
fi ller tube.
Do not over-fi ll the batteries!

CAUTION

!

Acid can spill onto the fl oor if the batteries are overfi lled.

Tighten the vent caps. If there is acid on the batteries, wash the tops of the batteries with a solution of baking soda and water (2 tablespoons of baking soda to 1
quart of water).

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