Timberwolf TW 280FTR (Petrol), Instruction Manual

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C190-0308 - Rev 1.0 EN 39/66
• Use parts from the replaced battery, such as the terminal covers, elbows, vent pipe connection
and terminal holders (where applicable). Use available or supplied filler caps.
• Leave at least one vent open, otherwise there is a danger of explosion. This also applies when
old batteries are returned.
4 Charging
• Remove the battery from the vehicle; disconnect the lead of the negative terminal first.
• Ensure good ventilation.
• Use suitable direct current chargers only.
• Connect the positive terminal of the battery to the positive output of the charger. Connect the
negative terminal accordingly.
• Switch on the charger only after the battery has been connected, and switch off the charger
first after charging has been completed.
• Charging current recommendation: 1/10 ampere of the battery capacity Ah.
• Use a charger with a constant charging voltage of 14.4V for recharging.
• If the acid temperature rises above 55 degrees Celcius, stop charging.
• The battery is fully charged when the charging voltage has stopped rising for two hours.
5 Maintenance
• Keep the battery clean and dry.
• Use a moist anti-static cloth only to wipe the battery, otherwise there is a danger of explosion.
• Do not open the battery.
• Recharge in case of insufficient starting power (See Item 4).
6 Jump Starting
• Use the standardised jumper cable in compliance with DIN 72553 only, and follow the
operating instructions.
• Use batteries of the same nominal voltage only.
• Switch off the engines of both vehicles.
• First connect the two positive terminals (1) and (2), then connect
the negative terminal of the charged battery (3) to a metal part (4)
of the vehicle requiring assistance, away from the battery. Start the
engine of the vehicle providing assistance, then start the engine of
the vehicle requiring assistance, for a maximum of 15 seconds.
• Disconnect the cables in the reverse sequence (4,3,2,1).
7 Taking the Battery out of Service
• Charge the battery. Store in a cool place or in the vehicle with the negative terminal
disconnected.
• Check the battery state of charge at regular intervals, and correct by recharging when
necessary (See Item 4).
5 Maintenance Instructions TW 280FTR (Petrol)