Genie 48643 manual Battery and Charger Instructions Observe and Obey, To Charge Battery

Operator’s Manual Second Edition • Fourth Printing

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Battery and Charger Instructions

Observe and Obey:

Do not use an external charger or booster battery.

Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.

Use proper AC input voltage for charging as indicated on the charger.

Use only Genie authorized battery and charger.

To Charge Battery

1Open the battery pack lid to access the battery.

2Remove the battery vent caps and check the battery acid level. If necessary, add only enough distilled water to cover the plates. Do not overfill prior to the charge cycle.

3Replace the battery vent caps.

4Set the power switch to the OFF position. Be sure that the DC output cord is properly connected to the battery.

Black to negative, red to positive.

5Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC circuit.

6If equipped: Set the AC Selector switch to the proper voltage.

7Set the power switch to the AUTO position.

8Monitor the ampere meter for the correct charge rate. The initial charge rate should be approximately 10A. The charge rate will decrease as the battery reaches full charge.

9The charger will turn off automatically when the battery is fully charged. Set the power switch to the OFF position, then disconnect from the AC supply.

10Check the battery acid level when the charge cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill.

Dry Battery Filling and

Charging Instructions

1Remove battery vent caps and permanently remove plastic seal from battery vent openings.

2Fill each cell with battery acid (electrolyte) until the level is sufficient to cover the plates.

Do not fill to maximum level until battery charge cycle is complete. Overfilling can cause the battery acid to overflow during charging. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water.

3Install the battery vent caps.

4Charge the battery.

5Check the battery acid level when the charging cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill.

20 Genie IWP Super Series Part No.48643