D. Battery Maintenance and Replacement
The battery supplied with this machine is a sealed/gelled, electrolyte, maintenance free type. It should never need
servicing.
When battery replacement becomes necessary, the replacement should have the same specifications as the
original. If in doubt, contact a Nilfisk-Advance Customer Service Representative. To replace:
1. Remove the propane fuel cylinder from the machine.
2. Raise battery cover to expose battery.
3. Disconnect battery cables from terminals. Always disconnect the
BLACK
cable first.
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Remove battery "hold-down" clamp.
5. Lift old battery out and replace with new battery.
6. Reinstall "hold-down" clamp.
NOTE: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN HOLD-DOWN CLAMP.
Doing so may cause
the battery to rupture.
7. Connect the
RED
positive battery cable first.
Connect the
BLACK
negative battery cable last.
Dispose of old battery in the proper manner.
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* Do not make direct contact between battery
terminals as this can cause an explosion or
fire.
* Batteries should not be stored discharged.
* Only adults should recharge batteries.
* Keep charger away from children.
* Use only the charger provided by the equip-
ment manufacturer.
* Do not recharge batteries upside down.
* Charging produces explosive gases. Charge
battery in a well ventilated area away from
sparks, flames and smoking.
* Disconnect charger from battery after 24 hours.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
! DANGER !
ALL BATTERIES CONTAIN CORROSIVE ACIDS AND
PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING RECHARGING
GAS EXPLOSION
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR INJURY
SHIELD EYES
BATTERY ACID
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS
INTERNAL
TAKE MILK, EGG WHITES,
AND WATER.
DO NOT
INDUCE VOMITING
EXTERNAL
FLUSH IMMEDIATELY FOR
15 MINUTES IF ACID GETS
IN EYES OR ON SKIN
CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY
IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID