Snorkel X32-sn53100+ - Manual (Page 18)

Page 14 Operation Manual
504165-002 Maintenance
B A T T E R Y M A I N T E N A N C E
W A R N I N G ! !
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep sparks, flame, and smoking material away from batteries.
Always wear safety glasses when working near batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Thoroughly rinse away any spilled fluid with clean water.
Always replace batteries with UpRight batteries or manufacturer approved replacements weighing
26,3 kg (58 lbs.) each.
• Check the battery fluid level daily, especially if the work platform is being used in a warm, dry climate.
• If electrolyte level is lower than 10 mm (
3 /
8
in.) above the plates add distilled water only. DO NOT use
tap water with high mineral content, as it will shorten battery life.
• Keep the terminals and tops of the batteries clean.
• Refer to the Service Manual to extend battery life and for complete service instructions.
B ATTERY C HARGING
Figure 9: Battery Charger
Charge the batteries at the end of each work
shift or sooner if the batteries have been dis-
charged.
W A R N I N G ! !
Charge the batteries in a well ventilated area.
Do not charge the batteries when the work
platform is near a source of sparks or flames.
Permanent damage to the batteries will result if
the batteries are not immediately recharged
after discharging.
Never leave the battery charger operating for more than two days.
Never disconnect the cables from the batteries when the charger is operating.
Keep the charger dry.
1. Check the battery fluid level. If the battery fluid level is lower than 10 mm ( 3 /
8
in.) above the plates add
distilled water only.
2. Connect an appropriate extension cord to charger outlet plug in Left Module Door. Plug the extension
cord into a properly grounded outlet of proper voltage and frequency.
3. The charger turns on automatically after a short delay. The LED charge indicator will illuminate. After
completion of the charge cycle the LED will blink, indicating that the charger is in a continuing mainte-
nance mode. DO NOT leave the charger plugged in for more than 48 hours, as permanent damage to
the batteries may occur.
NOTE: The battery charger circuit must be used with a GFI (Ground Fault Interrupt) outlet.
NOTE: DO NOT operate the machine while the charger is plugged in.
Charger
Charger Plug