Lavor SWL R 1300, Instructions And Operating Manual

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Do not smoke, do not approach with naked flames, do not use grinding wheels and welders; in any case,
do not cause sparks near the batteries .
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Do not draw power from the battery with pliers, sockets and temporary contacts .
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Make sure that all connections (lugs, sockets, plugs, etc .) are always tight and in a good condition .
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Do not place metal tools on the battery .
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Keep the battery clean and dry using antistatic cloths if possible .
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Top up with distilled water whenever the electrolyte level drops to 5 - 10 mm from the splashguard .
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Avoid overcharging and keep the battery temperature below 45°C .
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Keep any centralised topping up systems in perfect working order, ensuring periodic maintenance is
performed on them .
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Risk of electric shock and short circuit; for safety purposes, before carrying out any maintenance or
repair on the battery (or on the machine), disconnect the +/- terminals from the battery poles .
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Risk of explosion during charging; this could occur when charging with an unsuitable battery charger
(based on battery amps) .
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During the battery charging operation, or in any case when the battery charger plug is inserted, it is
forbidden to turn on the machine or to move it (even manually) .
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In the event of accidental spills of liquid from the batteries due to any reason, mop up leaks with
absorbent material using anti-acid gloves and clothing, safety glasses and respiratory protection devices,
consulting the battery manual .
10.3. PROTECTIVE MEASURES
10.3.1. PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)
In addition to what is reported in the previous paragraphs, in order to proceed safely during maintenance,
adjustment, inspection and cleaning of the motorsweeper, personal protection equipment (PPE) suitable for the
type of risk that may occur will be necessary .
In particular, for the maintenance operations referred to in this manual, the following will be necessary:
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Safety gloves against mechanical risk;
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Safety glasses;
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Respiratory protective devices .
In case of accidental acid spills from the battery or if hazardous material has been accidentally collected, the
following will be necessary:
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Safety gloves against mechanical and chemical risks (e .g . neoprene gloves);
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Safety glasses;
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FFP3 or higher face mask;
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Protective clothing against chemical risk .
For the cleaning operations of the motorsweeper it will also be necessary to use only suitable work clothes and
ensure they are cleaned at the end of the work .
Refer to the engine manual for further prevention and protection
measures.
10.3.2. PROTECTIVE MEASURES FOR THE WASTE CONTAINER EMPTYING OPERATION
During the waste container emptying operations it will be necessary to respect the appropriate safety distances
depending on the dimensions of the same (Figure 42) .