A-12
- FORM NO. 56041805 - BR 850S SBG SPECIAL
A-12 / ENGLISH
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
Charge the batteries each time the machine is used, or whenever the Battery Condition Meter
(K)
is showing a yellow , red or
fl
ashing red indicator light(s).
To Charge the Batteries...
1
Depress the Battery Disconnect
(13)
.
2
Open the Battery Compartment Cover
(16)
to provide proper ventilation.
3
Push the connector from the charger into the Battery Connector
(22)
.
4
Follow the instructions on the battery charger.
5 Check
the
fl
uid level in all battery cells after charging the batteries. Add distilled water, if necessary, to bring the
fl
uid level up to the bottom of the
fi
ller
tubes.
WARNING!
Do not
fi
ll the batteries before charging.
Only charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
Do not smoke while servicing the batteries.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to
fl
oor surfaces, always wipe water and acid from the top of the batteries after charging.
CHECKING THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check the electrolyte level of the batteries at least once a week.
After charging the batteries, remove the vent caps and check the electrolyte level in each battery cell. Use distilled water to
fi
ll the batteries to the bottom of
the
fi
ller tube.
Do not over-
fi
ll the batteries!
CAUTION!
Acid can spill onto the
fl
oor if the batteries are over
fi
lled.
Tighten the vent caps. If there is acid on the batteries, wash the tops of the batteries with a solution of baking soda and water (2 tablespoons of baking soda
to 1 quart of water).
