Tennant 5400, Service Manual

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ELECTRICAL
4-6
5400 330735 (3–01)
TO CHARGE BATTERIES
1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface in a
well-ventilated area.
2. Turn the machine power off and set the
parking brake if your machine has this
option.
FOR SAFETY: Before Leaving Or Servicing
Machine; Stop On Level Surface, Turn Off
Machine.
3. Raise the recovery tank for access to the
batteries.
NOTE: The recovery tank must be empty.
4. Check fluid level (A) in each battery cell
before charging. If battery plates (B) are
exposed, add just enough distilled water to
cover plates by approximately 3 mm (0.13
in). DO NOT OVERFILL. Overfilled batteries
can overflow during charging due to fluid
expansion. Replace cell caps before
charging.
NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place
while charging.
FOR SAFETY: When Maintaining or Servicing
Machine, Avoid Contact With Battery Acid.
A
B