Winget 4B2000 - Battery

Safe handling of batteries
WARNING The battery contains a
sulphuric acid electrolyte
which can cause severe burns
and produce explosive gases.
Wear protective clothing,
gloves and goggles when
servicing the battery.
Avoid contact with the skin,
eyes or clothing. If spilled
onto the skin, flush
immediately with cold water.
If splashed into the eyes, flush
immediately with cold water
for 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention.
Do not take internally. If
accidentally swallowed, call a
doctor immediately.
Do not use a naked flame or
smoke near the battery. Do
not produce sparks with cable
clamps when charging the
battery or starting the engine
with a slave battery.
Always disconnect battery
leads, or activate battery
isolater where fitted, before
carrying out any maintenance
to the electrical system.
ALWAYS dispose of
unserviceable batteries safely.
Comply with local byelaws
and national regulations on
the disposal of hazardous
waste. Consult your local
authority for addresses of
local designated disposal
points.
Every 50 hours
Check battery electrolyte level
The battery is situated beneath a cover
on the left-hand side of the dumper.
Ensure that the electrical connections are
clean and tight, and coat the terminals
with petroleum jelly to protect them from
corrosion.
Remove battery filler plugs and check that
the electrolyte level is between 6 - 9 mm
(0.25 - 0.37 in) above the tops of the
separators.
If necessary, top-up with distilled water.
Replace battery filler plugs and tighten
securely.
Battery removal
WARNING If the battery is to be removed
from the machine, ensure the
following procedure is used.
Switch the engine off.
Remove the starter key from the machine.
Ensure all electrical circuits are switched
off. Activate the battery isolater, where
fitted.
Remove the battery cover and clamp.
Disconnect the earth (-) lead from the
battery before removing the positive(+)
lead.
Lift the battery from the machine.
WARNING When installing the battery,
the positive (+) lead MUST be
connected first.
SERVICE 3.13
BATTERY