Nilfisk-Advance America SWEEPER SR 1100S B - Manual (Page 62)

ENGLISH USER MANUAL
12 146 2494 000(2)2007-02 A SR 1100S B
USE
WARNING!
On some points of the machine there are some adhesive plates indicating:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
CONSULTATION –
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While reading this Manual, the operator must pay careful attention to the symbols shown on the plates.
Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately replace them if they are damaged.
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE
NOTE
If the machine is equipped with electronic battery charger (optional), this must be connected to the batteries to allow the
machine to operate.
The machine needs four 6 V batteries, connected according to the diagram (44), or one 24 V battery box.
The machine can be supplied in one of the following confi gurations:
WET or GEL batteries already installed on the machine
WET batteries installed on the machine but without electrolyte
Without batteries
According to machine confi guration, proceed as follows.
WET or GEL batteries already installed on the machine
Open the machine hood (7) and check that the batteries are connected to the machine with the connector (46).
Close the hood (7).
Insert the ignition key (72) and turn it to "I" [without pressing the pedal (2)].
If the green warning light (75) turns on, the batteries are ready to be used.
If the yellow (74) or red (73) warning light turns on, the batteries must be charged (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
WET batteries installed on the machine but without electrolyte
Open the machine hood (7).
Remove all battery caps (45).
WARNING!
Pay attention when using sulphuric acid, as it is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse
thoroughly with water and consult a physician.
Batteries have to be fi lled in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves.
Fill the battery cells with sulphuric acid for batteries (density from 1.27 to 1.29 kg at 25 °C) in accordance with the instructions
shown in the Battery Manual.
The correct quantity of sulphuric acid is shown in the Battery Manual.
Let the batteries rest and fi ll in with sulphuric acid in accordance with the instructions shown in the Battery Manual.
Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
Without batteries
Buy appropriate batteries (see the Technical Data paragraph and the diagram (44)).
For the battery choice and installation, apply to qualifi ed battery Retailers.
Install the batteries.
Set the machine and the battery charger (if equipped) according to the type of batteries installed, as shown in the next
paragraph.
a)
b)
c)
a)
1.
2.
3.
b)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
c)
1.
2.
3.