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The technical characteristics must correspond to those indicated in the paragraph on the
technical specification of the machine. The use of heavier batteries could seriously
jeopardise manoeuvrability and lead to the brush motor overheating. Batteries with a
lower capacity and weight will require recharging more frequently.
They must be kept charged, dry and clean and the connections must be tight.
i INFORMATION
Follow the instructions below to set the machine’s software for the type of battery
installed:
1. turn the machine on by turning the emergency button key switch (fig. 5, ref. 1),
wait 5 seconds and make sure the display comes on.
2. press the brush buttons (fig. 5, ref. 4) and suction button (fig. 5, ref. 3) together for
at least 5 seconds. This accesses the battery setting menu.
3. press the suction button (fig. 5, ref. 3) to select the type of battery installed on the
machine "ACd" for acid batteries (tubular leak-proof batteries) or "GEL" (GEL
batteries).
4. memorise the displayed parameter by pressing the emergency button (fig. 5 ref.
1).
5.4.1. Batteries: preparation
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DANGER
During installation of the batteries or any type of battery maintenance, the operator
must be provided with the necessary personal protection devices (gloves, goggles
overalls, etc) to limit the risk of accident. Keep away from naked flames, avoid
short circuiting the battery poles, avoid sparks and do not smoke.
The batteries are normally supplied filled with acid and ready for use.
If the batteries are dry, before mounting them on the machine, proceed as follows:
• remove the caps and fill all elements with specific sulphuric acid solution until the
plates are entirely covered (this requires at least a couple of passes for each element);
• leave for 4-5 hours to allow the air bubbles to come to the surface and the plates to
absorb the electrolyte;
• make sure the level of electrolyte is still above the plates and if necessary top up with
sulphuric acid solution;
• close the caps;
• mount the batteries on the machine (following the procedure described below).
Before starting up the machine for the first time, charge the batteries as follows.
5.4.2. Batteries: installation and connection
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DANGER
Check that all switches on the control panel are in the "0" (off) position.
Make sure you connect the terminals marked with a "+" to the positive poles of the
battery. Do not check the battery charge by sparking.
Meticulously follow the instructions given below as short circuiting the batteries
could cause them to explode.
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Make sure the two tanks are empty (if necessary, empty them. See the relevant
paragraph).
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Lift the dirty water drum and tilt it backwards by about 90°. This provides access to the
battery compartment (in the detergent tank) from above.
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Place the batteries in the compartment in the direction shown in the drawing printed
inside the compartment on the detergent tank.
