Handling the lead-acid battery
Safety regulations for handling the
battery
DANGER
There is a risk of explosion if non-ex-
plosion-protected batteries are used!
Batteries intended for use in potentially
explosive areas are designed for certain
explosion groups, categories and tem-
perature ranges. Batteries that do not
comply with explosion-protection regula-
tions can cause explosions in the sur-
rounding atmosphere in potentially ex-
plosive areas!
Only batteries that are explosion-protec-
ted in accordance with applicable guide-
lines, referred to as ATEX batteries, may
be used. The battery being used must
match the permissible area of use of the
truck.
– Only use explosion-protected batter-
ies of the same type in accordance
with the "Battery specifications" sec-
tion.
– Batteries may be checked only by a
competent person.
– Observe the explosion-protection reg-
ulations.
– Compare the permissible operating
areas of the truck and battery as lis-
ted on the respective nameplates.
DANGER
Risk of explosion!
When handling or charging batteries in
potentially explosive areas, spark forma-
tion or overheating can lead to explo-
sions in the surrounding atmosphere. No
work may be performed on the truck in
potentially explosive areas.
– Charge batteries only outside poten-
tially explosive areas.
– National statutory provisions for the country
of use must be followed when setting up
and operating battery charging stations.
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Handling the lead-acid battery
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