Windsor 10020430, Operating Instructions Manual

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Maintenance
Battery Maintenance
The batteries are deep cycle 12 volt batteries. The
lifetime of the batteries is limited by the number of
charges the batteries receive. To get the most life from
the batteries, charge them when the battery discharge
LED (Red) starts to blink (20% charge left). Use only
the on-board battery charger supplied to charge the
batteries.
Periodically clean the top surface of the batteries and
the terminals, and check for loose connections. Use a
strong solution of baking soda and water. Brush the
solution sparingly over the battery tops, terminals, and
cable clamps. DO NOT ALLOW ANY BAKING SODA
SOLUTION TO ENTER THE BATTERIES! Use a wire
brush to clean the terminal posts and cable connectors.
After cleaning, apply a coating of clear battery post
protectant to the terminals and the cable
connectors. Keep the tops of the batteries clean and
dry.
To prevent a possible short circuit, keep all metallic
objects off the top of the batteries. Replace any worn or
damaged wires.
Lead Acid Batteries
Never add acid to the batteries, only distilled water.
Always keep the battery caps on, except when adding
water or taking hydrometer readings.
Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell before
and after charging, and after every 50 hours of opera-
tion. Do not charge the batteries unless the fluid is
slightly above the battery plates. If needed, add just
enough distilled water to cover the plates. Never add
acid to the batteries. Do not overfill.
Measuring the specific gravity, using a hydrometer, is a
way to determine the charge level and condition of the
batteries. If one or more of the battery cells test lower
than the other battery cell (0.050 or more), the cell is
damaged, shorted, or is about to fail. Sealed batteries
no additional maintenance required.
When working with batteries, always wear eye
protection and protective clothing.
Portez toujours des lunettes et des vêtements de
protection pour travailler sur les batteries
Batteries emit Hydrogen Gas. NO SMOKING!
Les batteries dégagent de l'hydrogène. Ne fumez pas.
Battery damage will occur if the electrolyte level does
not cover the battery plates.
La batterie risque d'être endommagée si le niveau
d'électrolyte ne couvre pas les plaques de la batterie.
Machine and/or battery damage can occur if the elec-
trolyte level is above the bottom of the tube in each cell.
La machine et/ou de la batterie peut être endommagée
si le niveau d'électrolyte est inférieur au fond du tube de
chaque élément de batterie.
86408910 Lightning BDP 50-2000 W