Nilfisk-Advance SCRUBTEC 344 Series Service Manual

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114Service Manual – SC401, SCRUBTEC 34424 - Electrical System (Battery)Battery ChargingNote: Charge the battery when only one LED of the battery symbol is flashing, or at the end of eachshift. Keeping the batteries charged make their life last longer.CAUTION: When the batteries are discharged, charge them as soon as possible, as that conditionmakes their life shorter. Check for battery charge at least once a week.CAUTION: If the machine is not equipped with on-board battery charger, choose an externalbattery charger suitable for the type of batteries installed.WARNING: When using lead (WET) batteries, battery charging produces highly explosivehydrogen gas. Charge the batteries in well-ventilated areas and away from nakedflames. Do not smoke while charging the batteries. Keep the recovery tank lifted untilthe battery charging cycle is over.WARNING: Pay careful attention when charging lead batteries (WET) as there may be battery fluidleakages. The battery fluid is corrosive. If it comes in contact with skin or eyes, rinsethoroughly with water and consult a physician.1 Raise the recovery tank2 (For WET batteries only) Check the level of electrolyte inside the batteries If necessary, unscrew thecaps and top up3 When the correct level is restored, close the caps and clean the tops of the batteriesCharging the Batteries with an External Battery Charger1 Check that the external battery charger is suitable by referring to the relevant Manual The externalbattery charger voltage rating must be 24 V2 Disconnect the red battery connector (A) which is fitted with a handle, and connect it to the externalbattery charger3 Connect the external battery charger to the electrical mains4 After charging, disconnect the external battery charger from the electrical mains and from the batteryconnector5 Connect the red battery connector (A) to the connector (B) fixed to the machine.WARNING: Never connect the external battery charger to the opposing part of the connector (B)fixed to the machine. The electronic system could be irreparably damaged.Figure 8:B A