Eclipse PE300BU, Operator'S Manual

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Body & Battery Cover
The body may be cleaned with a damp cloth to remove
dust and scuff marks. More stubborn scuff marks on the
tank exterior can be removed with a vinyl cleaner
Battery Maintenance
The batteries are deep cycle 12 volt batteries. The
lifetime of the batteries is limited by the number of
charges the batteries receive. To get the most life from
the batteries, charge them when the battery discharge
LED (Red) starts to blink (20% charge left). Use only
the on-board battery charger supplied to charge the
batteries.
Periodically clean the top surface of the batteries and
the terminals, and check for loose connections. Use a
strong solution of baking soda and water. Brush the
solution sparingly over the battery tops, terminals, and
cable clamps.
CAUTION! DO NOT ALLOW ANY BAKING SODA
SOLUTION TO ENTER THE BATTERIES!
Use a wire brush to clean the terminal posts and cable
connectors. After cleaning, apply a coating of clear
battery post protectant to the terminals and the cable
connectors. Keep the tops of the batteries clean and dry.
To prevent a possible short circuit, keep all metallic
objects off the top of the batteries. Replace any worn or
damaged wires.
Lead Acid Batteries
Sealed batteries no additional maintenance required.
CAUTION! When working with batteries, always wear
eye protection and protective clothing.
CAUTION! Batteries emit hydrogen gas. NO
SMOKING!
Never add acid to the batteries, only distilled water.
Always keep the battery caps on, except when adding
water or taking hydrometer readings.
CAUTION! Never use tap water to fill battery cells.
Tap water contains contaminants that will damage the
battery. Only use distilled water to fill battery cells.
Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell before
and after charging, and after every 50 hours of
operation. Do not charge the batteries unless the fluid
is slightly above the battery plates. If needed, add just
enough distilled water to cover the plates. Never add
acid to the batteries.
CAUTION! DO NOT OVERFILL!
Measuring the specific gravity, using a hydrometer, is a
way to determine the charge level and condition of the
batteries. If one or more of the battery cells test lower
than the other battery cell (0.050 or more), the cell is
damaged, shorted, or is about to fail.
CAUTION! Battery damage will occur if the electrolyte
level does not cover the battery plates.
CAUTION! Machine and/or battery damage can occur
if the electrolyte level is above the bottom of the tube
in each cell.