“4069RT” Service and Parts Manual March 2014
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BATTERIES
B
ATTERIES
CHARGING BATTERIES CREATE EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS. KEEP
SPARKS, FLAMES AND SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY FROM BATTERIES.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN WORKING WITH
BATTERIES.
BATTERY FLUID IS CORROSIVE. THOROUGHLY RINSE SPILLED FLUID
WITH CLEAN WATER.
REPLACE ONLY WITH MANUFACTURER-APPROVED BATTERIES.
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (–) LEAD, MAKE
SURE THAT ALL SWITCHES ARE OFF. IF ON, A SPARK WILL OCCUR
AT THE GROUND TERMINAL THAT COULD IGNITE HYDROGEN GAS.
Discharged batteries can freeze, causing damage to the battery and/or
battery case. A broken battery case will allow electrolyte to leak out.
One 12V DC battery supplies the electrical power required to start the engine and
operate the electrical circuits.
B
ATTERY
M
AINTENANCE
(
IN
STORAGE
)
Follow these procedures for maintenance of the battery on a machine that is not in use:
• Keep batteries clean. Electrolyte of batteries should be checked regularly and kept at proper
level.
• Never stack one battery directly on top of another, as post or container damage may occur. If
batteries are stored individually, place supporting boards between layers. Rotate stock so that
the oldest batteries are used first.
• Batteries should be kept fully charged. A battery, while in storage, should be recharged to full
charge at recommended intervals.
A
BATTERY
FULLY
(100%)
CHARGED
AT
80°F (26.6°C)
• drops to 65% at 32°F (0°C)
• drops to 40% at 0°F (-32°C)
Table 2-1: Recommended Battery Charge Intervals
If Stored At Recharge
Below 40°F (4°C) Every week
40°-60°F (4°-15°C) Every 2 weeks
Above 60°F (15°C) Every month
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