Jungheinrich ECE 118, Operating Instructions Manual

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D 1
0406
.GB
D Battery Maintenance, Charging &
Replacement
1 Safety regulations for handling acid batteries
Park the truck securely before carrying out any work on the batteries (see Chapter E).
Maintenance personnel: Batteries may only be charged, serviced or replaced by
trained personnel. Follow these operating instructions and the instructions of the
manufacturer of the battery and charging station when carrying out the work.
Fire protection: When working with batteries, do not smoke and keep away from
naked flames. Wherever a truck is parked for charging, there must be no inflammable
material or operating fluids capable of creating sparks within a 2 metre radius of the
truck. The area must be well ventilated. Fire protection equipment must be provided.
Battery maintenance: The battery covers must be kept dry and clean. The terminals
and cable shoes must be clean, firmly attached, and be lightly coated with dielectric
grease. Batteries with non-insulated terminals must be covered with a non-slip
insulating mat.
Battery disposal: Batteries may only be disposed of in accordance with national
environmental protection regulations or waste disposal laws. Follow the
manufacturer’s disposal instructions.
M
Before closing the battery panel, make sure that the battery lead cannot be damaged.
F
Batteries contain an acid solution that is poisonous and corrosive. Therefore, always
wear protective clothing and eye protection when working on batteries. Above all,
avoid any contact with battery acid.
However, if clothing, skin or eyes still come into contact with acid, the affected parts
should be rinsed with plenty of clean water. If skin or eyes are affected, seek medical
attention. Neutralise any spilled battery acid immediately.
M
Only use batteries with a sealed battery container.
F
The weight and dimensions of the battery have a considerable effect on the
operational safety of the truck. The battery equipment is to be replaced only after
agreement with the manufacturer.
D 1
0406
.GB
D Battery Maintenance, Charging &
Replacement
1 Safety regulations for handling acid batteries
Park the truck securely before carrying out any work on the batteries (see Chapter E).
Maintenance personnel: Batteries may only be charged, serviced or replaced by
trained personnel. Follow these operating instructions and the instructions of the
manufacturer of the battery and charging station when carrying out the work.
Fire protection: When working with batteries, do not smoke and keep away from
naked flames. Wherever a truck is parked for charging, there must be no inflammable
material or operating fluids capable of creating sparks within a 2 metre radius of the
truck. The area must be well ventilated. Fire protection equipment must be provided.
Battery maintenance: The battery covers must be kept dry and clean. The terminals
and cable shoes must be clean, firmly attached, and be lightly coated with dielectric
grease. Batteries with non-insulated terminals must be covered with a non-slip
insulating mat.
Battery disposal: Batteries may only be disposed of in accordance with national
environmental protection regulations or waste disposal laws. Follow the
manufacturer’s disposal instructions.
M
Before closing the battery panel, make sure that the battery lead cannot be damaged.
F
Batteries contain an acid solution that is poisonous and corrosive. Therefore, always
wear protective clothing and eye protection when working on batteries. Above all,
avoid any contact with battery acid.
However, if clothing, skin or eyes still come into contact with acid, the affected parts
should be rinsed with plenty of clean water. If skin or eyes are affected, seek medical
attention. Neutralise any spilled battery acid immediately.
M
Only use batteries with a sealed battery container.
F
The weight and dimensions of the battery have a considerable effect on the
operational safety of the truck. The battery equipment is to be replaced only after
agreement with the manufacturer.