Hoyer
®
Elevate
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English
10. Charging Instructions
When the power pack needs charging it is removed from the lift and fitted to an off board charging unit.
1.
Remove the power pack from the lift. The pack is retained by a simple latch at the top of the
power pack. Lift the latch and the power pack will be released.
2.
Fit the power pack to the charging unit. The location and latching of the power pack to the
charger is the same system as used on the lift.
3.
Plug the charger mains plug into a suitable mains outlet and switch the mains supply ON.
4.
Charging is automatic and will fully charge the batteries over a period of four (4) hours.
note:
Even if the charger is left plugged in for extended periods it will not allow the batteries
to overcharge.
a) Green Light - Indicates main power is on.
b) Yellow Light - Indicates battery is charging.
c) Battery will be fully charged when yellow light goes off.
note:
It is recommended that the battery be charged immediately upon receipt.
5.
To return the lift to service, unplug the charger and remove the power pack from the char-
ger. Fit the power pack to the lift and make sure the latch holding the pack in place is fully
engaged. “Click” in place. The charging of Hoyer electric lifts is simple and straightforward, but
it is important to follow the charging instructions closely. Please pay particular attention to the
following points, they will help you avoid problems with discharged batteries.
Warning
• The battery, charger, hand control and control box are nOT to be opened by unauthorised
personnel. (Contact your distributor for warranty and repairs).
• DO nOT touch battery/charger terminals.
• KEEP the batteries fully charged. Place the battery on charge whenever it is not in use.
if it is more convenient to do so, place on charge every night. The charger will not allow
the batteries to overcharge.
• nEVEr run the batteries completely flat. as soon as the audible warning sounds,
complete the lifting operation in hand and place on charge.
• To avoid possible permanent damage to the battery, the battery should be placed on
charge as soon as the display indicates the half empty battery symbol.
• nEVEr store the battery for long periods without regular charging throughout the storage
period.
• nEVEr leave the battery pack connected with the charger unit unplugged.
• DO nOT leave the charger plugged in with no battery connected.
• nEVEr disconnect the charger plug by pulling on the cable.
• BE CarEFUL not to trip over the charge lead.
• DO nOT charge batteries in a bathroom or shower room.
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