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MAINTENANCE
CHARGING THE BATTERY
IMPORTANT: Before charging, make sure that
the machine and charger settings are properly
set for the battery type.
NOTE: Use a charger with the proper rating for
the batteries to prevent damage to the batteries or
reduce the battery life.
NOTE: Do not opportunity charge standard
batteries since doing so can shorten battery life.
1.
Drive the machine to a f
l
at, dry surface in a
well-ventilated area.
2.
Stop the machine and turn off the machine
power.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine, stop on level surface, turn off
machine, set parking brake, and remove key.
3. Lift the battery compartment top cover open
and engage the support.
NOTE: Make sure the batteries have the proper
electrolyte level before charging. See CHECKING
THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL.
4. Plug the charger AC power supply cord into a
properly grounded outlet.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the machine
connector.
6. Connect the charger connector to the battery
cable.
7. Turn on the battery charger if required.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen
gas. Explosion or f
i
re can result. Keep
sparks and open f
l
ame away. Keep
covers open when charging.
NOTE: If there are charger fault codes when the
battery is plugged into the battery charger, the
fault codes will appear at the bottom of the charger
display. Refer to the battery charger manual for
fault code def nitions
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