Big Joe J1-192, Maintenance Repair Parts Manual

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2-6. CHARGING BATTERIES
Charging requirements will vary depending on depth of
discharge and temperature. Follow safety rules when
placing a battery on charge.
Proceed as follows:
1. Park vehicle at charging station with platform low-
ered and turn the key switch OFF.
2. Apply the emergency disconnect switch.
3. Check the condition of the AC cord and battery
cables. If there are any cuts in the cable, any
exposed wires, loose plugs or connectors, DO
NOT attempt to charge the batteries.
4. Disconnect plug (1, Figure 2-1 ) from the vehicle
and connect it to charger’s plug (2).
5. Connect cord (3) and charge the battery accord-
ing to Supplement 374
* .
6. Disconnect the charger cord and insert it in its
receptacle on the vehicle.
Figure 2-1 Battery Charging
2-7. REPLACING BATTERIES
Replace only with original OEM batteries or batteries
approved by an authorized Big Lift LLC dealer. Con-
tact your authorized Big Joe dealer for information on
optional batteries and battery chargers.
1. Park vehicle at charging station with platform low-
ered and turn the key switch OFF.
2. Apply the emergency parking brake.
3. Disconnect the battery from the vehicle and place
the battery plug and cable in such a way that they
will not get caught on the vehicle when the battery
is removed.
4. Remove retainer (2, Figure 2-2 ).
WARNING: Take caution when removing the battery
pack or optional industrial battery from
the vehicle. Battery is located on battery
rollers. Use of a battery stand is recom-
mended when removing the battery.
Only an authorized Big Joe dealer
should be used for battery removal and
installation.
5. Remove battery (1) out the side of the vehicle.
6. Install in reverse order.
WARNING: The weight and dimensions of the bat-
tery have considerable affect on the
operational safety of the vehicle. Battery
equipment may only be replaced with the
agreement of the manufacturer.
Figure 2-2 Battery Replacement
2-7.1. Battery disposal:
Dispose in accordance with national environmental
protection regulations or disposal laws. The manufac-
turer’s disposal instructions must be followed
* Please refer to the Big Joe Support site at www.bigjoesupport.com
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