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The packaging may be kept as it can be reused to protect the machine if it is moved to another site
or to a repair workshop.
Otherwise it must be disposed off in compliance with current legislation.
5.4 Power supply batteries (battery models)
Two different types of battery may be installed on these machines:
•
tubular leak-proof batteries
: the electrolyte level must be checked regularly. When
necessary, top up with distilled water until the plates are covered. Do not overfill (5 mm max.
above the plates).
•
gel batteries
: this type of battery requires no maintenance.
The technical characteristics must correspond to those indicated in the paragraph on the
technical specification of the machine. The use of heavier batteries could seriously
jeopardise manoeuvrability and lead to the brush motor overheating. Batteries with a lower
capacity and weight will require recharging more frequently.
They must be kept charged, dry and clean and the connections must be tight.
5.4.1
Batteries: preparation
While installing or performing maintenance on the batteries, the operator must be
provided with the necessary personal protection devices (gloves, goggles, overalls, etc)
to limit the risk of accident. Keep away from naked flames, avoid short
circuiting the
battery poles, avoid sparks and do not smoke.
The batteries are normally supplied filled with acid and ready for use.
If the batteries are dry, before mounting them on the machine, proceed as follows:
• remove the caps and fill all elements with specific sulphuric acid solution until the plates are
entirely covered (this requires at least a couple of passes for each element);
• leave for 4-5 hours to allow the air bubbles to come to the surface and the plates to absorb
the electrolyte;
• make sure the level of electrolyte is still above the plates and if necessary top up with
sulphuric acid solution;
• close the caps;
• mount the batteries on the machine (following the procedure described below).
Before starting up the machine for the first time, charge the batteries. Follow the instructions in
the relevant section.
5.4. 2 Batteries: installation and connection
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