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03.09 EN

4 Charging the battery

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.

X Switch the charging station and truck off first before connecting/disconnecting the

charging cable of the battery charging station to/from the battery connector.

X The charger must be adapted to the battery in terms of voltage and charge capac-

ity.

X Before charging, check all cables and plug connections for visible signs of damage.

X Ventilate the room in which the truck is being charged.

X The battery cover must be open and the battery cell surfaces must be exposed dur-

ing charging to ensure adequate ventilation.

X Do not smoke and avoid naked flames when handling batteries.

X Wherever a truck is parked for charging there must be no flammable material or

consumables capable of creating sparks within a 2 metre radius of the truck.

X Fire protection equipment must be provided.

X Do not lay any metallic objects on battery.

X It is essential to follow the safety regulations of the battery and charger station man-

ufacturers.

Requirements

– Battery exposed.

– Charger switched off.

Procedure

• Remove the battery connector (3).

• Remove any insulating mats from the

battery.

• Connect the charging cable (4) of the

battery charger station with the battery

connector (3).

• Switch on the charger. Charge the bat-

tery in accordance with the battery and

battery charger manufacturers’ instruc-

tions.

The battery is now charged.