Wacker Neuson 5000620172, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance E 1100
7.14 Connecting and Maintaining the Battery
Battery
connections To connect the battery:
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Connect the positive (+) battery cable to the battery.
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Connect the negative (-) battery cable to the battery.
To disconnect the battery:
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Stop the engine.
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Place all electrical switches in the OFF position.
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery.
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Disconnect the positive (+) battery cable from the battery.
Maintaining
the battery
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Follow the battery manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations.
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Keep battery terminals clean and connections tight.
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When necessary, tighten the cables and grease the cable clamps with
petroleum jelly.
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Maintain the battery at full charge to improve cold weather starting.
Precautions Observe the following precautions to prevent serious damage to the electrical
system.
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Do not disconnect the battery while the machine is running.
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Do not attempt to run the machine without a battery.
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Do not attempt to jump-start the machine.
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In the event that the machine has a discharged battery, either replace the
battery with a fully charged battery or charge the battery using an appropriate
battery charger. See
Technical Data for the equivalent battery specification.
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Dispose of waste batteries in accordance with local environmental regulations.
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Batteries can emit explosive hydrogen gas.
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Keep all sparks and flames away from the battery.
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Do not short-circuit battery posts.
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
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In the event of ingestion or contact with skin or eyes, seek medical attention
immediately.