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USER MANUAL
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1464015000(1)2009-04 A
SR 1101 B
USE
WARNING!
On some points of the machine there are some adhesive plates indicating:
DANGER
–
WARNING
–
CAUTION
–
CONSULTATION
–
While reading this Manual, the operator must pay particular attention to the symbols shown on the plates.
Do not cover these plates for any reason and immediately replace them if they are damaged.
BATTERY CHECK/SETTING ON A NEW MACHINE
NOTE
If the machine is equipped with electronic battery charger (optional), this must be connected to the batteries to allow the
machine to operate.
The machine requires four 6 V batteries, connected according to the diagram (44), or one 24 V battery box.
The machine can be supplied in one of the following con
fi
gurations:
WET or GEL batteries already installed on the machine
A)
WET batteries installed on the machine but without electrolyte
B)
Without batteries
C)
According to machine con
fi
guration, proceed as follows.
WET or GEL batteries already installed on the machine
A)
Open the machine hood (7) and check that the batteries are connected to the machine with the connector (46).
1.
Close the hood (7).
2.
Insert the ignition key (72) and turn it to “I” [without pressing the pedal (2)].
3.
If the green warning light (75) turns on, the batteries are charged.
If the yellow (74) or red (73) warning light turns on, the batteries must be charged (see the procedure in Maintenance
chapter).
WET batteries installed on the machine but without electrolyte
B)
Open the machine hood (7).
1.
Remove all battery caps (45).
2.
WARNING!
Pay attention when using sulphuric acid, as it is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse
thoroughly with water and consult a physician.
Batteries have to be
fi
lled in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves.
Fill the battery cells with sulphuric acid for batteries (density from 1.27 to 1.29 kg at 25 °C) according to the instructions
3.
shown in the Battery Manual.
The correct quantity of sulphuric acid is shown in the Battery Manual.
Let the batteries rest and
fi
ll in with sulphuric acid according to the instructions shown in the Battery Manual.
4.
Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance chapter).
5.
Without batteries
C)
Buy appropriate batteries (see the Technical Data paragraph and the diagram (44)).
1.
For the battery choice and installation, apply to quali
fi
ed battery Retailers.
Install the batteries.
2.
Set the machine and the battery charger (if equipped) according to the type of batteries installed, as shown in the next
3.
paragraph.
