OPERATION
13
265XP
(03-99)
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
1.
Push the machine to a flat, dry surface in a well
ventilated area.
2.
Turn the machine power off.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on a level surface and turn off
machine.
3.
Lift the hood to access the battery compartment.
4.
Check the water level in all battery cells. If the
level is low, add just enough distilled water to
cover the plates. DO NOT OVERFILL. The
batteries can overflow during charging due to
expansion.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, avoid
contact with battery acid.
5.
Plug the charger connector into the battery
connector.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep sparks and
open flame away. Keep battery compartment open
when charging.
6.
Plug the battery charger into the wall outlet.
7.
The charger will start automatically. Check the
charger meter to assure the charger is working.
When the batteries are fully charged, the charger
will automatically turn off.
8.
After the charger has turned off, unplug the
charger from the wall outlet.
9.
Unplug the charger connector from the battery
connector on the machine.
NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place while
charging.
NOTE: Do not take readings immediately after
adding distilled water. If the water and acid are not
thoroughly mixed, the readings may not be accurate.
Check the hydrometer readings against the following
chart to determine the remaining battery charge level:
Specific Gravity at
27
°
C (80
°
F)
Battery
Charge
1.265
100% Charged
1.223
75% Charged
1.185
50% Charged
1.148
25% Charged
1.110
Discharged
NOTE: If the readings are taken when the battery
electrolyte level is any temperature other than 27
°
C
(80
°
F), the reading must be temperature corrected.
Add or subtract to the specific reading 0.004 (4 point)
for each 6
°
C (10
°
F) above or below 27
°
C (80
°
F).
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
Inspect the scrub head skirt for adjustment and wear.
For proper adjustment, the skirt should be resting on
the floor, with the brushes at the desired pressure. To
readjust, lower the scrubber head to the desired
pressure. Release the clamp on the skirt, and push
the skirt down until it rests on the floor all the way
around the casting. Tighten clamp. If the skirt is torn
or worn beyond adjustment, replace (Figure 12).
FIG. 12.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
Clean the top surface of the batteries and terminals,
and check for loose connections. Use a strong
solution of baking soda and water. Brush the solution
sparingly over the battery tops, terminals, and cable
clamps. DO NOT allow any solution to enter the
batteries. Use a wire brush to clean the terminal
posts and cable connectors. After cleaning, apply a
coating of clear battery post protector to the terminals
and cable connections. Keep the tops of the batteries
clean and dry.
Keep all metallic objects off the top of the batteries,
which may cause a short circuit. Replace any worn or
damaged wires.
Grease the swivel zerk and the wheel zerk on each
front caster.
Lubricate the squeegee wing screws and the front
drain door hinge.
Inspect float and vacuum motor screen. Replace, if
required.
Grease the drive chain. Adjust tension, if required
(Figure 13).
