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Maintenance
Batteries (Wet Cell)
The batteries provide the power to operate the
machine. The batteries require regular maintenance to
keep them operating at peak efficiency.
The machine batteries will hold their charge for long
periods of time, but they can only be charged a certain
number of times. To get the greatest life from the
batteries, charge them when their charge level reaches
25% of a full charge. Use a hydrometer to check the
charge level.
Do not allow the batteries to remain in a discharged
condition for any length of time. Never expose a
discharged battery to temperatures below freezing.
Discharged batteries will freeze causing cracked
cases. Do not operate the machine if the batteries are
in poor condition or if they have a charge level below
25% (specific gravity below 1.155).
Keep all metallic objects off the top of the batteries, as
they may cause a short circuit. Replace worn or
damaged cables and terminals.
Check the electrolyte level in each battery cell before
and after charging the batteries. Never add acid to the
batteries, use distilled water. Do not allow water level to
fall below the battery plates. Portions of plates exposed
to air will be destroyed. Do not overfill. Keep plugs
firmly in place at all times.
Not all batteries require maintenance. AGM
batteries are maintenance free. Do not attempt to
remove sealed caps from AGM batteries. Warranty
is void if caps are removed from AGM battery.
L’entretien n’est pas nécessaire pour toutes les
batteries. Les batteries AGM ne nécessitent pas
d’entretien. N'essayez pas d'enlever les bouchons
scellés des batteries AGM. La garantie est annulée
si les bouchons sont retirés des batteries AGM
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