4 Operation
Handling the battery
Handling the battery
Safety regulations for handling the
battery
DANGER
There is a risk of explosion if non-
explosion-protected batteries are
used!
Batteries intended for use in poten-
tially explosive areas are designed for
certain explosion groups, categories
and temperature ranges. Batteries
that do not comply with explosion-pro-
tection regulations can cause explosi-
ons in the surrounding atmosphere in
potentially explosive areas!
Only batteries that are explosion-pro-
tected in accordance with applicable
guidelines, referred to as ATEX batte-
ries, may be used. The battery being
used must match the permissible area
of use of the truck.
– Only use explosion-protected
batteriesofthesametypein
accordance with the "Battery
specifications" section.
– Batteries may be checked only by a
competent person.
– Observe the explosion-protection
regulations.
– Compare the permissible operating
areas of the truck and battery as li-
sted on the respective nameplates.
DANGER
Risk of explosion!
When handling or charging batteries
in potentially explosive areas, spark
formation or overheating can lead
to explosions in the surrounding
atmosphere. No work may be
performed on the truck in potentially
explosive areas.
– Charge batteries only outside
potentially explosive areas.
–Nation
al statutory provisions for the country
of use m
ust be followed when setting up and
operati
ng battery charging stations.
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