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Operator's Manual
Fourth Edition • First Printing
Work Area Safety
20 GR-26J Part No. 1307950GT
Battery Safety
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid.
Always wear protective
clothing and eye wear when
working with batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting
battery acid. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking
soda and water.
The battery pack must remain in the upright
position.
Do not expose the batteries or the charger to
water or rain during charging.
Explosion Hazards
Keep sparks, flames, and
lighted tobacco away from
batteries. Batteries emit
explosive gas.
The battery pack cover must
remain off during the entire
charging cycle.
Do not contact the battery
terminals or the cable
clamps with tools that may
cause sparks.
Component Damage Hazard
Do not use any battery charger greater than 48V
to charge the batteries.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Electrocution/Burn Hazards
Connect the battery charger to a
grounded, AC 3-wire electrical
outlet only.
Inspect daily for damaged cords,
cables and wires. Replace
damaged items before operating.
Avoid electrical shock from contact with battery
terminals. Remove all rings, watches and other
jewelry.
Tip-over Hazard
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as
counterweight and are critical to machine stability.
The battery box, including batteries, must weigh a
minimum of 467 lbs / 212 kg.
Lifting Hazard
Use a suitable lifting device to remove or install the
batteries.