Still FM-X, Original Instructions Manual

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5
Operation
Handling the battery
– Fully extend the battery together with the
reach carriage to the load side before
charging the battery in the truck (see the
chapter entitled "Changing the battery")
CAUTION
Risk of component damage!
If you remove the battery male connector while
the truck is switched on (under load), an arc will be
produced. This can cause the contacts to erode,
which considerably shortens their service life.
– Switch off the truck before the battery male
connector is disconnected.
– Do not disconnect the battery male connector
while the truck is switched on except in the case
of an emergency.
– Disconnect the battery male connector.
– If fitted, open the driver’s cab door (variant)
fully.
DANGER
There is a risk of damage, short circuiting and
explosions!
– Do not place any metal objects or tools on the
battery.
– Keep away from naked flames; no smoking.
WARNING
The electrolyte (diluted sulphuric acid) is poisonous
and caustic!
– Observe safety regulations for handling battery
acid; see the chapter entitled "Battery acid".
– Rinse away spilt battery acid immediately using
plenty of water!
– Do not add battery acid before charging!
NOTE
Gel batteries are subject to special char-
ging/maintenance/handling instructions. The
guidelines from the respective manufacturer
must be observed.
Lead or gel batteries are used as traction
batteries. As the various types are different
in design, the correct battery chargers must
always be used.
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