Maintenance - Every 250 hours
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2018-02-19
Check the batteries
When checking the batteries, never smoke or
allow sparks or flame next to them. Usually the
batteries produce explosive gases which can
cause severe injuries.
The batteries are sealed and maintenance-free.
Never use open flames when checking the
electrolyte level. When the alternator is being
charged, an explosive gas is formed in the
battery.
When removing the battery, first remove the
negative pole (-). But when installing it, connect first
the positive pole (+). Avoid the contact of both
battery posts with metallic tools or the accidental
contact between the positive post with the machine's
frame, otherwise short circuits can happen.
1. Open the right cap of the equipment, where the batteries
are located.
2. Clean the external caps of the batteries.
When working with batteries, protect your face
and eyes using the proper equipment for
individual protection and always provide the
proper ventilation as well.
3. Take off the cell caps and check the electrolyte level, which
must be at least 10mm above the plates. If necessary, fill
the level with the battery fluid solution. If the operation room
temperature is below 32 F (0ºC), allow the engine to work
for a few minutes after the level is filled, otherwise the
solution may freeze.
4. Check if the cell cap breather is not obstructed, and clean it,
if necessary.
5. The battery posts must be kept clean and the contacts must
have their cables tightened. If they are oxidized, clean them
with a solution of water and sodium bicarbonate and apply
a layer of petroleum jelly to prevent a new corrosion
process.
TAKE CARE OF THE ENVIRONMENT: Return the
used battery, according to the CONAMA 257/99
(06/30/1999) resolution. Every client or final user
has the obligation to return the used battery to a
sales point.
