Paccar DAF CF, Driver Manual

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Emergency repairs
When the batteries are fully discharged and the engine is running, it is important that
the starter cables are not immediately disconnected. The engine must run for at least
2 to 3 minutes before the starter cables are disconnected to prevent damage to the
electrical system (peak voltage!).
Proceed as follows as soon as the engine starts running:
– Switch on as many power consumers as possible (for example: headlights, fog
lamps, heater fan, and so on).
– Remove the starter cables after the engine has run for 2 to 3 minutes.
– Switch off the consumers.
13.14 CHARGING BATTERIES
Battery system
The vehicle is equipped with a set of two 12 Volt batteries.
WARNING!
– Always charge batteries in a properly ventilated area.
– Avoid sparks and open flames in the vicinity of batteries.
Sparks and open flames in the vicinity of a battery can lead to an
explosion which can cause serious injury.
WARNING! Charging frozen batteries can lead to an explosion which
can cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Fast charging the batteries is not allowed.
The batteries are maintenance-free and the cell plugs cannot be
removed.
Charging a regular battery system
The battery box can be placed in various positions: beside the chassis or on the chassis
behind the cabin or between the side members at the rear of the chassis.
On some of these positions extra terminals are fitted to facilitate connecting the starter
cables.
Battery box without extra terminals
Remove the battery box cover.
Connect the positive pole (+) of the battery charger to the positive pole (+) of the battery
first and then connect the negative pole (–) to the negative pole (–).
After charging, switch off the battery charger and then disconnect the negative pole (–
) first and subsequently the positive pole (+).
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