Advance acoustic SW5500, Instructions For Use Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ENGLISH
1467284000 - SW5500
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09/2016
BATTERY CHARGING
CAUTION!
Charge the batteries when the last segment of the battery icon starts flashing , or at the end of each job.
Keeping the batteries charged make their life last longer.
WARNING!
When the batteries are discharged, charge them as soon as possible, as that condition makes their life shorter.
WARNING!
If the machine is equipped with lead (WET) batteries, battery charging produces highly explosive hydrogen gas.
Charge the batteries in well-ventilated areas and away from naked flames. Do not smoke while charging the
batteries.
While charging the batteries always keep the hood open.
WARNING!
Pay careful attention when charging lead batteries (WET) as there may be battery fluid leakages. The battery
fluid is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and consult a physician.
1. Drive the machine on a level ground and engage the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition key (51) to “0”.
3. Open the battery compartment hood (19) and fasten it with the support rod (47).
4. (For WET batteries only). Check the level of electrolyte inside the batteries (42). If necessary, top up through the caps (43).
Leave the caps of the batteries open for the next battery charge. If necessary, clean the upper surface of the batteries.
5. Check that the battery charger is suitable by referring to the Battery Charger Manual.
The battery charger voltage rating must be 24 V.
CAUTION!
Use a battery charger suitable for the type of batteries installed.
6. Disconnect the battery connector (45), which is fitted with a handle, and connect it to the external battery charger.
7. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains.
8. After charging, disconnect the battery connector (45) from the battery charger.
9. (For WET batteries only). Check the level of electrolyte inside the batteries and close all the caps (43).
10. Reconnect the battery connector (45) to the machine connector.
11. Remove the support rod (47) and close the hood (19). Now the machine is ready to be used.
WARNING!
Never connect the battery charger to the opposing part of the connector fixed to the machine. The electronic
system could be irreparably damaged.
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