BETCO Genie B, Operator And Parts Manual

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6. BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL
For maintenance and recharging, follow the instructions provided by the battery
manufacturer or only use factory supplied electrical components. There are
many different kinds of chargers according to the type and capacity of the bat-
tery.
When the battery reaches the end of its useful life, it must be disconnected by
trained personnel and removed from the battery compartment. Batteries must
be recycled by a certified battery disposal facility.
WARNING: Always wear protective gloves to avoid the risk of seri-
ous injury.
WARNING: Only lift and move batteries with lifting means suitable
for the specific weight and size.
7. CHARGING THE BATTERY
(WITH BUILT IN ON-BOARD CHARGER)
Perform a battery charging cycle before using the machine.
To recharge the battery:
1. Make sure the recovery and solution tanks are empty.
2. Move the machine to a 110 volt electrical outlet.
3. Remove the rubber battery charger socket protection on the back of the
machine.
4. Plug the power cable (provided with machine) into the battery charger.
5. Plug the power cable into the electrical outlet.
ATTENTION: If one of the three LED's begin flashing on the battery
charger, refer to the battery charger manual supplied with the
machine.
WARNING: It is important to avoid complete discharge of the
batteries during use. Plan to recharge the batteries within a few
minutes of the battery indicator turning the machine off.
WARNING: Never leave the batteries completely discharged, even
if the machine is not being used.
WARNING: Do not use an open flame or spark near batteries.
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