American-Lincoln 6150 Instructions For Use Manual Download

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American-Lincoln

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6150

BATTERY SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS - cont.

Check the liquid level in the battery at least once a week and add water when low. Use only distilled water.
Fill the batteries after charging the batteries to prevent electrolyte from spilling over on the tops of the
batteries during the charging process.

WARNING

The use of an extension cord with the charger should be avoided. Risk of fi re and electrical shock

is possible if the wrong type or size extension cord is used. If an extension cord must be used, only

use a three conductor number 12 AWG cord with ground, properly wired, in good electrical condition
and keep it as short as possible. Locate all cords so that they cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or

otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

WARNING

Verify that the AC power source to which the charger is to be connected is capable of supplying the

current specifi ed on the charger nameplate.

WARNING

Keep all charger ventilation holes at least 2 inches away from walls or other objects. Do not allow

vent holes to become obstructed.

WARNING

Do not operate charger that has been damaged or shows physical signs of damage. Have charger

serviced by a qualifi ed professional repair person.

WARNING

Disconnecting the battery connector with the key switch in the “I” position will cause sparks that

could ignite explosive hydrogen gas generated by the batteries. To prevent serious injury or possible

property damage, Turn key switch to “O” position before disconnecting battery cable from machine

for charging or service.

WARNING

Lead acid batteries generate gases which can cause an explosion. Keep sparks and fl ames away

from batteries. NO SMOKING. Charge batteries only in area with good ventilation and always leave
the seat compartment cover open while charging batteries. Do not disconnect the charger from the

batteries before disconnecting the AC power cord. Disconnecting the battery cable with the charger

plugged in could cause an explosion.

TO CHARGE THE MOTOR POWER BATTERIES (Battery Powered Machines Only)

1.  Read the detailed instructions provided on the charger.
2.  Be sure all controls are “OFF” and machine is located in an area with good ventilation.
3.  Open the seat compartment cover. The cover must remain open during the charging process. Use the

seat compartment latch to hold the cover open.

4.  Disconnect the battery from machine power supply cable using the quick disconnect provided.
5.  Connect the charger cable to the battery connector.
6.  Plug the charger into properly grounded AC outlet. Be sure to verify the operating voltage of your

charger.

The chargers supplied with machine operate at 115 VAC @ 60 HZ or 230 VAC @ 50 HZ.

7. The charger will begin charging the batteries after a short period of time. The charger will shut off

automatically when the charging process is complete.

8.  Unplug the charger from the grounded AC outlet before disconnecting the charger from the battery.
9.  Disconnect the charger cable from the battery.
10.  Check the electrolyte level in the battery after charging. Add distilled water if needed.
11.  Reconnect the machine power supply cable to the battery cable.
12.  Lower the seat compartment cover and perform the pre-start checks before operating the machine.

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS