Minuteman MC240024QP, Operation Service Parts Care, Page: 5 / 30

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This piece of equipment operates on 24 Volt DC.
BATTERY REQUIREMENTS:
2 x 12V 210 Amp Hour 20 Hour Rate Deepcycle P/N 956210
BATTERY SERVICE AND INSTALLATION:
Warning: Battery acid can cause burns. When working on or around batteries, wear protective clothing
and safety glasses. Remove metal jewelry. Do not lay tools or metal objects on top of batteries.
BATTERY INSTALLATION:
1. Raise tank assembly by gripping the front of tank and lift tank backward as shown in Fig. 1.
2. Install batteries as shown in Figure 2.
CHARGING OF BATTERIES:
Charging of batteries generates explosive gases. DO NOT CHARGE BATTERIES WHEN OPEN
FLAMES OR SPARKS ARE PRESENT. DO NOT SMOKE. Make sure the charger is turned off
before disconnecting it from the batteries. Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated area. Fluid levels
should be checked before and after charging and maintained at the proper levels.