MAINTENANCE
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5700XP 331533 (9--06)
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface in a
well-ventilated area.
2. Turn the machine power off and set the
parking brake if your machine has this
option.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine, stop on level
surface, and turn off machine.
3. Lift up the solution tank to get access to the
batteries.
NOTE: The solution tank must be empty.
4. Check the water level in all the battery cells.
5. If the level is low, add just enough distilled
water to cover the battery plates. DO NOT
OVERFILL. The batteries can overflow
during charging due to expansion.
NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place
while charging.
FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or
servicing machine, avoid contact with
battery acid.
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