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03.11 EN

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 cover must be open and the 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

Charge the battery

Requirements

– Expose the battery, (see

"Exposing the battery" on

page 32).

Procedure

• Disconnect the battery

connector (44) from the truck

connector.

• Connect the battery

connector (44) to the charging

cable (45) of the stationary

charger.

• Start charging in accordance with the charger operating instructions.

The battery is now charged.