Preparing The Machine; Moving The Packaged Machine; Unpacking The Machine; Putting In The Battery - Columbus RA 35 B 10 Mode D'emploi

4 Preparing the machine

4.1 Moving the packaged machine

The machine is contained in specific packing (box + two-way pallet to be lift up only on the longer side) with a platform so that it can
be moved by a fork-lift.
Total weight is 44 kg (without batteries). Packing dimensions are (Fig. 1):
A (Height): 500 mm
B (Length): 800 mm
C (Width): 680 mm
The fork lift or transporter must pick up the pallet at the center, the item has to be moved very carefully without crashing
and paying attention to lift it up over the reasonable height. M

4.2 Unpacking the machine

1. Open the package on the side indicated (Fig. 2)
2. Take out the machine from the package
3. Keep the platform since it may be necessary to transport the machine again.

4.3 Putting in the battery

The machine is equipped with a built-in battery charger and a hermetically sealed gel battery. In the case of using a different battery
from the one supplied, only use 12V 6A AGM or gel batteries.
The batteries must be housed in the battery compartment below the recovery tank.
The dimensions of the battery compartment are: 290 x 190 x 235 (H) mm.
For daily maintenance and recharging the battery, strictly comply with the instructions given by the battery manufacturer
or retailer. All installation and maintenance procedures must be carried out by specialists. Before switching on the
machine check that the battery is connected up correctly regarding the polarity.
When handling batteries always wear safety cloth and other equipment with conform to the currently regulations.
In particular, before manipulating batteries, take off all metallic objects such as rings, necklaces and watches
from hands, wrists and neck. Never put metallic objects on the batteries.
To install the battery:
1. Remove the hoses from the cover.
2. Remove the recovery tank.
3. Introduce the battery in the compartment with the pole towards the back of the machine.
Be careful not to knock the surrounding walls to avoid damaging the machine or the battery.

4.4 Removing the battery

When removing the battery:
1. Remove the hoses from the cover.
2. Remove the recovery tank.
3. Disconnect the battery
4. Remove the battery by lifting it upwards.
Be careful not to knock the surrounding walls to avoid damaging the machine or the battery.

4.5 Recharging the batteries

Connect the machine to a 220 V socket using the cable supplied. During the charging process on the battery charger the red
warning light is on (Fig. 4C). At the end of the charging process the green light will go on (Fig. 4C).
In order to avoid permanent damage to the battery, ensure that the battery does not become completely run down by putting it on
charge within a short time after the charge low light appears.
Never leave the battery completely discharged, even when the machine is not being used.
Make sure the battery charger corresponds the installed batteries both from the capacity and from the type (lead/acid or
gel or equivalent). Never charge a gel battery with an unsuitable battery charger. Follow the instructions given by the
manufacturer of the battery and battery charger carefully.
ax. 3 pallets can be stacked on top of each other.
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Automatic Scrubber
RA 35B, K 10