Battery Installation And Battery Type Setting (Wet Or Gel) - KENT 26D Instructions D'utilisation

The machine can be supplied in one of the following modes:
a) Batteries (WET or GEL) already installed on the
machine and ready to be used.
1. Lift the covers (1 and 13, Fig. I) and check that the tanks
(15 and 16) are empty, otherwise drain them through the
drain hose (10, Fig. C) and the tap (24).
2. Close the covers (1 and 13, Fig. I).
3. Carefully lift the tank assembly (1, Fig. J).
4. Check that the batteries are connected to the machine
with the connector (4, Fig. J).
5. Carefully close the tank assembly (1, Fig. J).
6. Insert the ignition key (12, Fig. B) and turn it to "I". If the
green warning light (7a, Fig. B) turns on, the batteries
are ready to be used. If the yellow or red warning light
(7b or 7c, Fig. B) turns on, it is necessary to charge the
batteries (see procedure in Maintenance chapter).
b) Batteries (WET) installed on the machine but without
electrolyte.
1. Lift the covers (1 and 13, Fig. I) and check that the tanks
(15 and 16) are empty, otherwise drain them through the
drain hose (10, Fig. C) and the tap (24).
2. Close the covers (1 and 13, Fig. I).
3. Carefully lift the tank assembly (1, Fig. J).
4. Remove the caps (5, Fig. J) of the batteries (2).
WARNING!
Pay attention when using sulphuric acid, as it
is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or
eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and consult
a physician.
Batteries have to be filled in a well-ventilated
area.
Wear protective gloves.
5. Fill up the battery elements with sulphuric acid for
batteries [density from 2.80 to 2.84 lb at 77°F (1.27 to
1.29 kg at 25°C)] in accordance with the instructions
specified in the Battery Manual.
The correct quantity of sulphuric acid is indicated in the
Battery Manual.
6. To avoid damaging the floor, dry with a cloth both acid
and water on the top of the batteries after charging.
7. Let the batteries rest and fill in with sulphuric acid as
shown in the Battery Manual.
8. Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance
chapter).
c) Without batteries
1. Buy appropriate batteries (see the Technical Data
paragraph).
For battery choice and installation, apply to qualified
battery Retailers.
2. Set the machine and the battery charger according to
the type of batteries installed (WET or GEL).
3. Install the batteries.
4. Charge the batteries.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND BATTERY
TYPE SETTING (WET OR GEL)
According to the type of batteries (WET or GEL), set the
electronic board of the machine and of the battery charger,
according to the following procedure:
Machine setting
1. Turn the ignition key (12, Fig. B) to "I" and pay attention
to the following in the very first seconds of machine
operation:
– If the green warning light (7a) is flashing, the
machine is set to GEL
– If the red warning light (7c) is flashing, the machine
is set to WET
2. To change the settings, proceed as follows.
3. Turn off the machine by turning the ignition key (12, Fig.
B) to "0".
4. Press and hold the switch (6, Fig. B), then turn the
ignition key (12, Fig. B) to "I".
5. Release the switch (6, Fig. B) at least 5 seconds after
starting the machine.
6. Press again the switch (6, Fig. B) for a few seconds and
check that the warning light of the required setting is
flashing.
Battery charger setting
7. Remove the screws (5, Fig. H) and the panel (1).
8. Turn the selector (6, Fig. H) to "WET" or "GEL" according
to the type of batteries installed.
9. Install the panel (1, Fig. H) and tighten the screws (5).
Battery installation
10. Lift the covers (1 and 13, Fig. I) and check that the tanks
(15 and 16) are empty, otherwise drain them through the
drain hose (10, Fig. C) and the tap (24).
11. Close the covers (1 and 13, Fig. I).
12. Carefully lift the tank assembly (1, Fig. J).
13. Install the batteries and connect them according to the
diagram (6, Fig. J).
CAUTION!
If a battery box is installed, place it on the left
side of the machine, to allow the tank assembly
(1, Fig. J) to be closed correctly.
Battery charging
14. Charge the batteries (see the procedure in Maintenance
chapter).
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