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Lubrication and maintenance operations
Battery charging procedure: •
Open the left material hopper side cover (1).
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Clean the battery surface.
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Remove the battery from the machine.
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When disconnecting the battery, first disconnect the cable of the (-) pole.
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Charge the battery.
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Mount the battery on the machine.
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Check the condition of the (+) pole, (-) pole and clamps.
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Clean the (+) pole, the (-) pole and the clamps.
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Apply a thin layer of grease on the clamps.
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When connecting the battery, first connect the (+) pole.
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Close the left material hopper side cover (1).
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Note Perform battery charging as needed according to instructions of the battery manufacturer.
Perform battery check when the machine is parked on a flat and solid surface with the engine and battery disconnecter off. When checking the battery, use the prescribed protective equipment. Perform battery charging as needed according to instructions of the battery manufacturer. Do not eat, drink and smoke and do not use a naked flame while working. Danger of fire!
Keep the battery dry and clean. Charge the battery if it is low. Perform battery charging outside the machine. First disconnect the minus pole cable (-) when disconnecting the battery. First connect the plus pole cable (+) when connecting the battery. Do not disconnect the battery when the engine is running. Disconnect the battery when repairing the machine wiring. Disconnect the battery when welding on the machine. Caution! Never make direct conductive connection between both poles of the battery to avoid a short circuit and a hazard of explosion of the battery. Do not check live wires by touching the machine frame.
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In case of electrolyte spillage, wash the affected area with water and neutralize with lime. Hand over the old inoperative battery for disposal according to the national regulations.
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