12/2017
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56091197 - Nil
fi
sk Liberty SC50
ENGLISH - A
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
9/2018
PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR USE
BATTERIES
If this machine shipped with batteries installed do the following:
•
Check that the batteries are connected to the machine.
•
Press the Power Switch
(B)
to power ON machine and check the Battery Indicator
(F8)
. If the gauge is completely
fi
lled the batteries are ready for use. If the
gauge is less than full the batteries should be charged before use. See the “Charging the Batteries” section.
•
IMPORTANT!: IF YOUR MACHINE HAS AN ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER REFER TO THE OEM PRODUCT MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING SETTING THE CHARGER FOR BATTERY TYPE.
If this machine shipped without batteries installed do the following:
•
Consult an Authorized Nil
fi
sk dealer for recommended batteries.
•
Install the batteries by following the instructions below.
•
IMPORTANT!: THIS MACHINE HAS AN ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER REFER TO THE OEM PRODUCT MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING SETTING THE CHARGER FOR BATTERY TYPE.
INSTALL THE BATTERIES
WARNING
!
Use extreme caution when working with batteries. Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause severe injury if allowed to contact the skin
or eyes. Explosive hydrogen gas is vented from inside the batteries through openings in the battery caps. This gas can be ignited
by any electrical arc, spark or
fl
ame. If battery acid makes contact with your skin or eyes,
fl
ush the affected area with water for 5
minutes and seek medical attention.
When Servicing Batteries...
•
Remove all jewelry to avoid accidental shorts.
•
Do not smoke.
•
Wear safety glasses, a rubber apron and rubber gloves.
•
Work in a well-ventilated area.
•
Do not allow tools to touch more than one battery terminal at a time.
•
ALWAYS disconnect the negative (ground) cable
fi
rst when replacing batteries to prevent sparks.
•
ALWAYS connect the negative cable last when installing batteries.
CAUTION
!
Electrical components in this machine can be severely damaged if the batteries are not installed and connected properly. Batteries
should be installed by Nil
fi
sk or by a quali
fi
ed electrician.
Only batteries approved for use in this machine by Nil
fi
sk shall be installed.
24V
255A/H-20HR-RATE
1
Empty the Recovery Tank
(22)
using the Recovery Tank Drain Hose
(37)
.
2
Press the Power Switch
(B)
to power
OFF machine and remove the magnetic
SmartKey. Unlatch
(36)
then swing open the Recovery Tank Cover
(20)
and set the
Prop Rod
(39)
.
3
Tip the Recovery Tank
(22)
back towards the operator’s platform to expose the
battery compartment. Note: The recovery tank can be removed for complete access
to the batteries if desired. See service manual for recovery tank removal steps.
4
Using (2) people and an appropriate lifting strap, carefully lift the batteries into the
compartment tray exactly as shown. Refer to the molded diagram on the underside
of the Recovery Tank Cover.
5
See Figure 2-1.
Install battery cables as shown and carefully tighten the nut in
each battery terminal until the battery cable will not rotate. Do not over-tighten the
terminals, or they will be very dif
fi
cult to remove for future service.
6
Install the battery boots and secure tightly to the battery cables with the supplied tie
straps.
7
Connect the machine’s main power cables to the batteries. Close the recovery tank
cover.
When changing batteries or the charger, please contact a local authorized
service center for correct battery, charger and machine settings to prevent
battery damage.
FIGURE 2-1
FRONT
