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OPERATION
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Tennant 2550 (02--01)
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas.
Explosion or fire can result. Keep sparks and
open flame away. Keep battery compartment open
when charging.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves when handling batteries or
battery cables. Avoid contact with battery acid.
1. Always follow proper charging instructions (see
CHARGING BATTERIES).
2. Each week
after
charging, check fluid level (A) in
each battery cell of all batteries. The level should
be 1cm from bottom of sight tubes (B). If needed,
add just enough distilled water to raise level 1cm
from bottom of sight tubes. DO NOT overfill.
A
B
Correct Fluid Level After Charging
3. Keep battery tops and terminals clean and dry.
To clean batteries:
a. Mix a strong solution of baking soda and
water.
Mix Baking Soda and Water
b. Brush solution sparingly over battery tops,
terminals, and cable connectors.
NOTE:
Do not allow baking soda solution to enter
battery cells.
c. Use wire brush to clean terminals and cable
connections.
d. After cleaning, apply a coating of clear battery
post protectant to terminals and cable
connections.
4. Check for loose or worn cables. Replace if worn.
TRANSPORTING MACHINE
When transporting machine by use of trailer or truck,
be certain to follow tie--down procedures below:
ATTENTION: Tilt machine back when loading and
unloading to prevent dust skirt damage.
1. Load machine using a recommended loading
ramp.
NOTE:
If lifting machine, you must remove batteries.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, do not
lift machine if batteries are installed.
2. Position front of machine up against front of trailer
or truck bed.
3. Set parking brake, and place blocks behind the
main wheels.
4. Place tie--down straps over top of machine and
secure straps to floor. It may be necessary to
install tie--down brackets to the floor of your trailer
or truck.
NOTE:
Do not use control grips to secure machine for
transporting.
ATTENTION: Do not transport machine tilted back,
battery acid may leak.
STORING MACHINE
Store machine in a dry area in the upright position.
ATTENTION: Do not store machine tilted back,
battery acid may leak.
ATTENTION: Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
RECOMMENDED STOCK ITEMS
Refer to the Parts List Manual for recommended stock
items. Stock Items are clearly identified with a bullet
preceding the parts description. See example below:
