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MACHINE PREPARATION
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MACHINE'S REAR COMPONENTS
The rear components of the machine are identified as follows:
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Recovery tank discharge cap
10. TYPE OF BATTERY
To power the machine it is necessary to use:
•
liquidelectrolyte lead traction batteries;
•
sealed traction batteries with gas recombination or gel technology.
OTHER TYPES MUST NOT BE USED.
The batteries must meet the requirements laid out in the norms: CEI EN 60254-1:2005-12 (CEI 21-5) +
CEI EN 60254-2:2008-06 (CEI 21-7)
The battery compartment can house four 6V or two 12V batteries
For a good operating performance, we suggest the use of four 6V/210 Ah C5 batteries
11. BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL
For maintenance and recharging, comply with the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.
Particular attention must be paid when choosing the battery charger, if not supplied, since there are
different kinds according to the type and capacity of the battery.
When the battery reaches the end of its working life, it must be disconnected by expert, trained personnel,
then lifted (using the grips and suitable lifting devices) to remove it from the battery compartment. DEAD
BATTERIES ARE CLASSIFIED AS DANGEROUS WASTE AND MUST BE DELIVERED TO THE
AUTHORISED BODIES FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL.
WARNING: You are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk
of serious injury to your hands.
WARNING: You are advised to only lift and move the batteries with lifting and
transportation means suitable for the specific weight and size
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FITTING THE BATTERIES INTO THE MACHINE
The batteries must be housed in the special compartment beneath the recovery tank. They should be
handled using lifting equipment that is suitable in terms of both weight and hook-up system. They must
also satisfy the requirements of Standard CEI 21-5. The dimensions of the battery compartment are: 384 x
520 x H340 mm.
WARNING: For battery maintenance and daily recharging, you must fully respect
the indications provided by the manufacturer or retailer. All installation and
maintenance operations must be carried out by specialised personnel.
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