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4 Charging the battery
WARNING!
The gases produced during charging can cause explosions
The battery produces a mixture of nitrogen and hydrogen (electrolytic gas) during
charging. Gassing is a chemical process. This gas mixture is highly explosive and
must not be ignited.
XSwitch the charging station and truck off first before connecting/disconnecting the
charging cable of the battery charging station to/from the battery connector.
XThe charger must be adapted to the battery in terms of voltage and charge
capacity.
XBefore charging, check all cables and plug connections for visible signs of damage.
XVentilate the room in which the truck is being charged.
XThe battery cell surfaces must be exposed during charging to ensure adequate
ventilation.
XDo not smoke and avoid naked flames when handling batteries.
XWherever an industrial truck is parked for charging there shall be no inflammable
material or lubricants capable of creating sparks within 2 m around the truck.
XFire protection equipment must be on hand.
XDo not lay any metallic objects on battery.
XIt is essential to follow the safety regulations of the battery and charger station
manufacturers.
4.1 Charging the battery with a stationary charger
Z When charging, the battery door must be exposed by at least 200 mm to provide
sufficient ventilation.
Requirements
– Park the truck securely, see "Parking the truck
securely" on page 105.
– Battery exposed.
– Charger switched off.
– Disconnect the battery connector (50) from the
truck connector (51).
Procedure
• Connect the battery connector (50) to the
charging lead (52)
of the stationary charger and turn on the charger.
The battery is now charged.
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