Eureka RIDER 1201 EB, User Manual

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RECHARGING THE
BATTERY
Switch off the machine and engage the parking brake
After lifting the bonnet-seat, disconnect the connector pos. 1
from the machine and connect it to the battery charger pos. 2.
Before charging the battery make sure you carefully follow the
instructions in the battery charger manual provided with the
machine;
Charge the batteries with an intensity not above one twentieth
of their capacity.
After charging, check the level of the electrolyte and if
necessary top up with distilled water only.
Reconnect the battery connector and that of the machine to
start the machine again.
For further and more detailed recharging suggestions, please
read the battery operation sheet.
The battery should only be recharged in well-ventilated
environments
.
The gas released during the charging process can cause
explosions if it comes into contact with flames or sparks.
Battery acid should never come into contact with the eyes,
skin or clothes, make sure goggles, gloves and appropriate
clothing are worn.
If it comes into contact with the eyes or skin, wash
immediately with abundant water.
Do not place metal objects on the batteries.
Do not fill the batteries with sulphuric acid or other products.