INSERTING THE BATTERIES INTO THE MACHINE
The batteries must be housed in the special compartment beneath the recovery tank and should be handled using lifting equipment that is
suitable in terms of both weight and its coupling system.
DANGER:
make sure that you comply with the accident prevention regulations in force in the country where you work or with DIN EN
50272-3 and DIN EN 50110-1, before any handling of the batteries.
WARNING:
to prevent an accidental short circuit use insulated tools to connect the batteries, and do not place or drop metal objects on
the battery. Remove rings, watches and any clothing with metal parts that may come into contact with the battery terminals.
The various phases for inserting the batteries in the battery compartment are as follows:
1. Carry out the steps to ensure the machine is in a safe condition (read “MACHINE SAFETY” on page 14).
2. Move to the left hand side of the machine and open the left lateral carter (3) (
Fig.3
).
3. Check that the traction motor power supply cable is connected to the connector (4) (
Fig.4
); if this is not the case, proceed with connecting it.
ATTENTION:
you are advised to have the electric connections completed by a qualified, FIMAP trained technician.
4. Check to make sure that the electronic brake is engaged, and turn the lever on the rear left portion of the machine (10) clockwise (
Fig.12
).
Close the left lateral carter (3).
5. Grip the handle (3) and raise the recovery tank to the maintenance position (
Fig.3
).
N.B.:
for battery maintenance and daily recharging, you must fully respect the indications provided by the manufacturer or retailer.
WARNING:
all installation and maintenance operations must be carried out by specialized personnel.
N.B.:
before installing the battery, clean the battery compartment. Check that the connectors on the cables supplied are functioning
correctly.
ATTENTION:
check that the characteristics of the battery that you are looking to use are appropriate for the type of work to be performed.
Check the battery charge and the condition of the contacts on the battery.
N.B.:
you are advised to only lift and move the batteries with lifting and transportation means suitable for the specific weight and size
WARNING:
the lifting hooks must not damage the blocks, connectors or cables.
N.B.:
Before inserting the batteries, remember to cover the terminals with a little grease to protect them against external corrosion.
6. House the batteries in the compartment, positioning the poles “+” and “-“ opposite each other.
CONNECTING THE BATTERIES TO THE MACHINE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The batteries should be connected so as to obtain a total voltage of 24V.
ATTENTION:
It is recommended that all installation and maintenance operations be carried out by expert personnel, trained at the
specialised assistance centre.
WARNING:
to prevent an accidental short circuit use insulated tools to connect the batteries, and do not place or drop metal objects on
the battery. Remove rings, watches and any clothing with metal parts that may come into contact with the battery terminals.
The various phases for inserting the batteries in the battery compartment are as follows:
1. Using the jumper cable supplied (11), connect the “+” and “-“ poles of the batteries in series (
Fig.13
).
2. Connect the battery connector cable (12) to the “+” and “-“ poles to obtain a voltage of 24V at the terminals (
Fig.13
).
3. Connect the electrical system connector (13) to the battery connector (12) (
Fig.13
).
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES
The batteries must be charged prior to first use, and whenever they no longer provide sufficient power.
ATTENTION:
to avoid any permanent damage to the batteries, it is essential to avoid their complete discharge; begin recharging them
within a few minutes of noting the "discharged batteries" signal.
ATTENTION:
Never leave the batteries completely discharged, even if the device is not being used.
1. Bring the appliance to the zone where the batteries are charged.
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