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4.5
LIFTING AND TRANSPORT: MACHI-
NE, BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER
• Never use a forklift truck to lift the machine. There
are no places on the frame that can be used to lift the
machine directly.
Before preparing the packing and transporting the
machine:
- Empty the recovery tank and the detergent solu-
tion tank.
- Disassemble the squeegee and the brushes or pad
drivers.
- Disconnect and remove the batteries.
Place the machine on the original pallet (or an equiva-
lent one that can bear the weight and is big enough
for the machine's overall dimensions) using an in-
clined surface.
Solidly anchor the machine and the squeegee to the
pallet using metallic brackets or other elements that
can bear the weight of the parts.
Lift the pallet with the machine and load it on the
transport vehicle.
Secure the machine and the pallet using ropes con-
nected to the transport vehicle.
As an alternative, when using private transport vehi-
cles, use inclined ramps to push the machine without
the pallet, making sure to protect all parts and the
machine itself against violent impacts, humidity, vi-
brations and accidental movements during transport.
The battery boxes have holes where tools can be
hooked for handling.
• To lift or insert the battery (into the machine com-
partment), use only suitable personnel and equipment
(cables, eyehooks, etc.) for the operation and to bear
the weight of the loads involved. When transport-
ing, take the same precautions and follow the same
instructions provided for the machine together with
those in the special manufacturer's manual.
The battery charger can be transported on its sup-
ports, both vertically and horizontally. Take the same
precautions and follow the same instructions provided
for the machine together with those in the special
manufacturer's manual.
5. TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
5.1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
5.2
BATTERIES
Regardless of the type of construction, battery per-
formances are indicated with the term capacity, which
always refers to a discharge period. Another impor-
tant value is the number of possible discharges. The
capacity is expressed in amps per hour (Ah), while the
discharge period is generally indicated as 20 hours
(C20 or 20h, or not expressly indicated) or 5 hours
(C5 or 5h). The discharge/charge cycles indicate the
number of times that the battery can hold a charge
under the best conditions, i.e. they indicate the useful
battery service life complying with all the necessary
measures.
Therefore, the capacity of a battery varies depend-
ing on how fast it uses energy (current). That's why
there's such a variation in the capacity values ex-
pressed as C5 or C20. These factors must be taken
into account when comparing products available on
the market with our own.
This machine can be equipped with two types of bat-
teries that differ in terms of their construction and
features.
- Pb-Acid battery with tubular armoured modules: the
electrolyte level in each element must be periodically
checked!
• If one element is no longer covered by the acid
solution it will oxidise in 24 hours, thus permanently
affecting that element's performance.
☞ Refer to the battery manual to avoid physical dam-
age and economic loss.
- Gel module battery: this type of battery is mainte-
nance free and does not require special environments
for recharging (since it does not emit any harmful
gases); therefore, it is highly recommended.
• It should not be taken for granted that batteries
and battery chargers with the same technical features
as those we offer will produce the same results. Only
perfect compatibility between these elements (Pb-
Acid batteries, gel batteries and battery chargers)
will safeguard the performances, the service life, the
safety and the economic value invested.
5.3
BATTERY CHARGER
This type of high-frequency battery charger efficiently
charges batteries, extending their operating and ser-
vice life. In addition, because they can be config-
ured, it is a very versatile solution; the same battery
charger can be used for both Pb-Acid batteries and
for gel batteries.
• It should not be taken for granted that batteries
and battery chargers with the same technical features
as those we offer will produce the same results. Only
perfect compatibility between these elements (Pb-
Acid batteries, gel batteries and battery chargers)
will safeguard the performances, the service life, the
safety and the economic value invested.
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