MAINTENANCE PLAN
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CHECKING THE BATTERY ELECTRO-
LYTE LEVEL
DANGER
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Check the level with the machine parked on flat ground
and raised loader arm with engaged safety lock.
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Check the level only after stopping the engine and if nec-
essary add distilled water only before starting work.
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Always wear safety goggles and waterproof gloves.
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To prevent gas explosions, do not use naked flames, do
not smoke and avoid producing sparks due to short cir-
cuits.
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The battery electrolyte is dangerous; if it comes in contact
with the eyes or skin, rinse with plenty of water and con-
sult a doctor without delay.
The battery (1) can be reached after removing the cover (2) with
the relevant fastening screws (3). Use a 17 mm hexagon span-
ner. The electrolyte level in each cell must be about 6 mm above
the plate edge; if necessary, top up with distilled water only.
To reach the filling holes of the cells, first remove the guard (4).
If, on the contrary, the level is low because some fluid has been
spilled, add sulphuric acid, after having diluted it until reaching
the concentration suitable for the ambient temperature.
(See “3.10.3 BATTERY”).
After topping up, put back the guard (4) and the cover (2) with
the relevant fastening screws (3).
IMPORTANT
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It is advisable to add distilled water before starting work,
in order to prevent if from freezing.
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Before putting back the cell plugs, make sure that the
breather holes are not clogged.
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Make sure that the connection terminals are not oxidized;
if necessary, clean them and cover them with anti-oxida-
tion grease.
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