Challenger RSS35
4
Unpacking the Machine
1. Carefully check to see if the machine or packaging is
damaged. If there has been damage incurred in
shipping, please notify your carrier immediately.
2. Check the list of freight contents. If there is any
missing item, please contact your distributor.
Your crate should contain:
Main unit: 1 Challenger RSS35 scrubber
6V batteries: 4 wet, maintenance free batteries
24V/25A battery charger: 1 unit
Squeegee: 1 unit
Cylindrical scrub brushes: 2 brushes
Optional other accessories- purchased additionally
3. Before unpacking the machine, please remove all straps
and ropes that attach the machine to the pallet.
4. Carefully remove the machine from the pallet with the
assistance of others.
Warning! Do not directly drive the
machine off the pallet without using a ramp
. This could
damage your machine.
Install the Batteries
Note:
Please install the batteries after unloading the
machine from the pallet. (See following).
Warning:
Fire or explosion hazard. The batteries release
hydrogen. Please keep away from spark or open flame.
The battery compartment should be kept open when
charging.
For safety: Please wear
appropriate protective
gear: safety glasses, apron
and gloves when
performing battery
maintenance or wiring.
Avoid contact with battery
acid. If you come in contact
with battery acid, wash
immediately with soap &
water.
Park the machine on level
ground and take out the
start key.
Lift up the recovery tank to access the battery compartment.
Place batteries in the battery compartment and connect
the battery wiring according to the photo at bottom left.
Important:
Make sure the poles are properly connected!
Note:
Place batteries carefully into compartment in order
to avoid damaging the batteries and the machine.
Before connecting the batteries, please ensure whether
the electrodes and terminals are clean. Use terminal
cleaning fluid and wire brush as required.
Paint a thin layer of metal-free lubricating oil or protective
spray on the connected wiring to avoid battery corrosion.
After the batteries are installed, please check the power
gauge. If all the indicator lights are lit, batteries are fully
charged. If only some or none of the indicator lights are
lit, batteries need to be charged.
Warning!
Do not place tools, metal shavings or other
metal instruments on batteries as this could cause an
electrical arc.
Battery Charging
Do not keep the batteries in an uncharged state for a long
time. Letting the batteries run completely down may
damage them. The following instructions apply to the
specific charger for this machine. Be sure to use the
proper charger for this machine in order to avoid damaging
the batteries.
Specification of battery charger:
Type of charger: for lead-acid maintenance-free batteries
Output voltage - 24V
Output current - 25A
Intended for deep cycle battery charging
Warning:
Danger of fire or explosion. The batteries
release hydrogen. Keep away from spark or open flame.
Keep the battery compartment open when charging.
Do
not
put metal tools, shavings or debris on batteries as this
could cause an electrical arc.
When servicing the machine, wear appropriate safety gear
such as gloves, apron and goggles.
1. Move the machine to well-ventilated area for charging.
2. Park the machine on level ground and turn the key to
the OFF position. Engage parking brake (if equipped).
3. Before charging, check the electrolyte level of each
battery unit (if using non-standard non-maintenance-free
batteries.)
4. When charging, leave the battery compartment open for
ventilation
