BGNR-30 POWERED WALKIE REACH STACKER—OWNER’S MANUAL
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ISSUE DATE: MARCH 16, 2016 REV.0 (PART # 038-969E)
7.4 BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• Park the Reach Truck securely (See 6.2.4 Parking the Reach
Truck Securely).
• Place the battery plug(1) or the battery cable in such a way that
they will not get caught on the Reach Truck when the battery
(3) is removed.
• The hooks must be attached to the eyes of the battery in such
a way.
• Remove the baffle (2). Pull the battery out from the side.
• Installation is in the reverse order of operations.
NOTE:
This picture is just a sample.
7.5 BATTERY MAINTENANCE
DO NOT OVERUSE BATTERY:
• If you use up the energy of battery till the forklift immovability,
you will shorten its working hours.
• Shower for battery appears need for charge, please charge it
quickly.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE:
The Reach Truck must be parked on level ground.
To prevent short circuits, batteries with exposed terminals or
connectors must be covered with a rubber mat.
When transporting batteries using a crane, ensure that the
crane is of adequate capacity.
The lifting gear must exert a vertical pull so that the battery
container is not compressed.
Forbid falling lift tool on battery surface.
WARNING
1. Do not use dry cloth or fabric to clean the battery, avoiding
static to bring the explosion.
2. Unfix battery plug.
3. Clean with wet cloth.
4. Wearing glasses for protecting eyes, rubber overshoes
and rubber gloves.
WARNING
BATTERY STORAGE:
If batteries are taken out of service for a lengthy period they should
be stored in the fully charged condition in a dry, frost-free room.
To ensure the battery is always ready for use a choice of charging
methods can be made:
• A monthly equalizing charge
7.6 BATTERY DISPOSAL
Batteries may only be disposed of in accordance with national
environmental protection regulations or disposal laws. The
manufacturer’s disposal instructions must be followed.
Batteries contain an acid solution which is poisonous and corrosive.
Therefore, always wear protective clothing and eye protection
when carrying out work on batteries. Above all avoid any contact
with battery acid.
Nevertheless, should clothing, skin or eyes come in contact with
acid the affected parts should be rinsed with plenty of clean water-
where the skin or eyes are affected call a doctor immediately.
Immediately neutralize any spilled battery acid.
Only batteries with a sealed battery container may be used.
The weight and dimensions of the battery have considerable affect
on the operational safety of the Reach Truck. Battery equipment
may only be replaced with the agreement of the manufacturer.