OPERATION
Tennant 5540/5560 (08--05)
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CHARGING BATTERIES
ATTENTION: To prolong the life of the batteries
and to provide optimum machine performance,
ONLY recharge the batteries after a total of 30
minutes of use or more. Do not leave batteries
discharged for lengthy periods.
The following charging instructions are intended for
battery chargers supplied with the machine. Only use
a battery charger with the following specifications to
prevent battery damage.
BATTERY CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS:
S
CHARGER TYPE: FOR LEAD ACID BATTERIES
S
OUTPUT VOLTAGE -- 24 VOLTS
S
OUTPUT CURRENT -- 25 AMPS
S
AUTOMATIC SHUT--OFF CIRCUIT
S
FOR DEEP CYCLE BATTERY CHARGING
1. Transport machine to a well ventilated area for
charging.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Compartment
Open When Charging.
2. Before charging the batteries, check the
electrolyte level in each battery cell (Figure 22).
FIG. 22
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, wear
protective gloves and eye protection when
handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
contact with battery acid.
The electrolyte level (A) should slightly cover the
battery plates (B). Add distilled water as needed.
DO NOT OVERFILL, the fluid may expand and
overflow while charging. Replace cell caps before
charging (Figure 23).
A
B
FIG. 23
3. Connect the charger’s AC power supply cord to a
properly grounded receptacle (Figure 24).
Grounded
3 Hole Outlet
Ground Pin
FIG. 24
4. Plug charger’s DC output connector to battery
connector located near battery compartment
(Figure 25).
FIG. 25
5. The charger will automatically begin charging and
shut off when fully charged.
