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5.5.3 Batteries: removal
! DANGER
When removing the batteries, the operator must be equipped with suitable personal
protection devices (gloves, goggles, overalls, safety shoes, etc) to reduce the risk
of accidents. Make sure the switches on the control panel are in the "0" position
(off) and the machine is turned off. Keep away from naked flames, do not short
circuit the battery poles, do not cause sparks and do not smoke. Proceed as
follows:
• Disconnect the battery wiring and bridge terminals from the battery poles.
• If necessary, remove the devices fixing the battery to the base of the machine.
• Lift the batteries from the compartment using suitable lifting equipment.
5.6 The battery-charger
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IMPORTANT
Never let the batteries run down excessively, as they could become damaged
irreparably.
i INFORMATION
If the machine has an ON-BOARD battery charger (installed by the manufacturer),
no operations are required as it will already be ready for use.
5.6.1 Choosing the battery-charger (machines without ON-BOARD battery charger)
Check that the battery-charger is compatible with the batteries to be charged:
− Tubular lead batteries : an automatic battery-charger 24V - 5A is suggested. Anyway,
refer to the Manufacturer and read the relative manual to confirm your choice;
− Gel batteries : use a battery-charger specifically intended for this type of storage
batteries.
5.6.2 Preparing the battery-charger
If you wish to use a battery-charger not supplied with the machine, it is necessary to
mount on it the connector delivered with the machine (see paragraph “Unpacking” of this
manual).
To install the connector proceed as follows:
• Remove about 13 mm of sheath from the black and red cables of the battery-charger;
• Insert the cables in the connector pins and push strongly with suitable pliers;
• Insert the cables in the connector respecting the polarity (red cable +, black cable –).
5.7 Lifting and handling the machine
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IMPORTANT
All stages must be performed in an adequately lighted environment adopting all
necessary safety measures.
Always wear individual protections for the user’s safety.
The loading of the machine onto a vehicle must be done as follows:
• Empty the recovery tank and the solution tank;
• Place the machine on the pallet, engage the parking brake and secure it with plastic
straps or metal brackets;
• Lift the pallet by means of a fork lift truck and load it on the vehicle;
• Anchor the machine to the vehicle with ropes connected to the pallet and to the
chassis of the machine.