OPERATION
12
Tennant 2510/2550 (08--08)
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.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Compartment
Open When Charging.
FOR SAFETY: When servicing batteries, wear
protective gloves and eye protection when
handling batteries and battery cables. Avoid
contact with battery acid.
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:
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OUTPUT VOLTAGE - 36 VOLTS
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OUTPUT CURRENT - 21 AMPS MAXIMUM
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AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF CIRCUIT
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FOR DEEP CYCLE BATTERY CHARGING
USING THE ON--BOARD BATTERY CHARGER
For battery charger operating instructions, refer to
the Battery Charger Manual supplied with charger.
1. Transport machine to a flat, dry surface in a well--
ventilated area for charging.
2. Turn all switches to the OFF position and remove
key if equipped. Set parking brake, if equipped.
3. Unlatch battery hood and open battery
compartment (Figure 19).
FIG. 19
4. Before charging the batteries, check the
electrolyte level in each battery cell (Figure 20).
FIG. 20
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 21).
A
B
FIG. 21
5. Connect the charger’s AC power supply cord to a
properly grounded receptacle (Figure 22).
FIG. 22
