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Operator's Manual (EN) - FOCUS S28/L28/S33/L33/S38/L38 WB
How To Charge The Batteries
WARNING:
Charging the batteries
in an area without adequate ven-
tilation could result in an explo-
sion. To prevent an explosion,
charge the batteries only in an
area with good ventilation.
WARNING:
Lead acid batteries gen-
erate gases which could ex-
plode. Keep sparks and flames
away from batteries. NO SMOK-
ING!
To charge the batteries, follow this procedure:
1. Make sure the key switch is in the “OFF” position.
2. Before charging the batteries, the battery compart-
ment needs to be vented. To vent compartment,
tip up the recovery tank until it locks in the open
position (see figure #8). To close the tank, pull up
on the arm and then slowly lower the tank to the
closed position.
CAUTION:
Before raising tank, be sure tank
is empty.
WARNING:
Do not operate or per-
form maintenance on the ma-
chine while the recovery tank is
in the open position. The tank
can be accidentally bumped and
it may slam shut.
3. Connect the battery charger AC cord located at the
rear of the machine to a 15 amp (min) 120V
properly grounded wall receptacle.
4. Observe indicator light to ensure the charging
process has started. Flashing light(s) indicates
that the batteries are being charged. Steady on
green light indicates the batteries are fully charged.
NOTE: Make sure you plug into a circuit that is not
loaded by other equipment. Wall breakers may be
tripped and no charge will occur.
WARNING:
Never charge a GEL bat-
tery with an unsuitable battery
charger. Carefully follow the in-
structions given by the manufac-
turer of the batteries and battery
charger.
NOTE: To prevent permanent damage to the batteries,
avoid their complete discharge. Never leave the batter-
ies completely discharged, even if the machine is not
being used. When recharging the batteries, keep the
recovery tank open. After every 20 recharging cycles,
check the level of the electrolyte and if necessary top off
with distilled water.
HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE
FOR OPERATION
Figura # 8
