OPERATION
Tennant 2510/2550 (08--08)
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE
1. Check battery fluid level frequently to prevent
battery damage. The fluid should be at the level
shown (Figure 31). Add distilled water if low. DO
NOT OVERFILL, the fluid may expand and
overflow when charging.
Before Charging
After Charging
CORRECT BATTERY FLUID LEVEL:
FIG. 31
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard.
Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Compartment
Open When Charging.
2. Clean the batteries to prevent battery corrosion.
Use a scrub brush with a mixture of baking soda
and water (Figure 32).
FOR SAFETY: When cleaning batteries, wear
protective gloves and eye protection. Avoid
contact with battery acid.
FIG. 32
TRANSPORTING MACHINE
When transporting the machine by use of trailer or
truck, be certain to follow the tie--down procedures
below:
ATTENTION: Tilt the machine back on its rear
wheels when loading and unloading to prevent
dust skirt damage.
1. Load machine using a recommended loading
ramp.
NOTE:
When lifting the machine, you must remove
the batteries.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, do not
lift machine if batteries are installed. Get
assistance when lifting machine.
2. Position the front of the machine up against the
front of the trailer or truck bed.
3. Set parking brake, if equipped, and place blocks
behind the main wheels.
4. Place tie--down straps over top of machine and
secure straps to floor. It may be necessary to
install tie--down brackets to the floor of your trailer
or truck.
NOTE:
Do not use control grips to secure machine for
transporting.
FOR SAFETY: When transporting machine, use a
recommended ramp when loading/unloading
on/off truck or trailer. Use tie--down straps to
secure machine to truck or trailer.
ATTENTION: Do not transport machine tilted back,
battery acid may leak.
