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Batteries
Two different batteries can be fitted on this machine:
• Flooded Lead-Acid Batteries: these batteries require the periodical check of the electrolyte level. When it is necessary, top up
with distilled water alone until the plates are covered; do not overfill (max. 5 mm. above the plates).
• AGM Batteries: these kind of batteries require no maintenance.
When using this type of battery the fuse FU7 (fig. 6, ref. 2) inside the machine control panel must be removed using the pliers. This
operation serves to inform the electronic control of the type of battery used.
Do not fit the fuse FU7 if using gel/AGM batteries. The technical specifications must correspond to those indicated in the paragraph con-
cerning the machine technical data: actually, the use of heavier storage batteries can cause serious problems to the machine controllabil-
ity and overheat the drive motor, whereas storage batteries with a lower capacity require recharges more frequently. They must be kept
charged, dry and clean, with their connections tight.
Batteries: preparation
! DANGER: During battery installation and any type of battery maintenance, the operator must be provided with the necessary personal
protection devices (gloves, goggles overalls, etc.) to limit the risk of injury. Keep clear of naked flames, avoid short circuiting the battery
poles, avoid sparks and do not smoke.
The Flooded Lead Acid Batteries batteries are normally supplied filled with acid and ready-for-use. If batteries without acid are to
be used, before mounting them on the machine, it is necessary to make them active as follows:
• After taking off the battery plugs, fill up all elements with a solution of specific sulphuric acid, until the cells are
thoroughly covered (fill each element at least twice);
• Let them rest for about 4-5 hours, to give time to air bubbles to come up to the surface and the plates to absorb the
electrolyte;
• Check that the electrolyte level is still above the plates, otherwise top up with the solution of sulphuric acid;
• Reclose the plugs;
• Install the storage batteries on the machine (following the procedure described below). It is now necessary to perform a
first recharging before having the machine start; to do so stick to the instructions written in the respective paragraph.
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