Operation 5
Handling the battery
Handling the battery
Safety regulations when handling
the battery
– National statutory provisions must be
followed when setting up and operating
battery charging stations.
CAUTION
Risk of component damage!
Incorrect connection or operation
of the charging station or battery
charger may result in damage to
components.
– Follow the operating instructions
for the charging station or battery
charger and for the battery.
Maintenance personnel
Batteries may be charged, maintained or
changed only by properly trained personnel
in accordance with the instructions of the
manufacturer of the battery, battery charger or
truck.
– The handling instructions for the battery and
the operating instructions for the battery
charger must be followed.
– The following safety regulations must be
observed when maintaining, charging and
changing the battery.
DANGER
WARNING
Risk of crushing/shearing!
The battery is very heavy. There is a
risk of serious injury if any parts of the
body are caught under the battery.
If parts of the body are wedged
between the battery door and the
edge of the chassis when the battery
door is closed, this could lead to
injuries.
– Always wear safety footwear when
replacing the battery.
– Only close the battery door if there
is no part of the body between the
battery door and the edge of the
chassis.
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