Batteries and charging
Batteries
The batteries are contained within a tray located under the seat, which is retained by a bar.
Removing
1.To remove the batteries, should they require changing or maintenance, unscrew the two locks by rotating anti- clockwise approximately 1/4 turn at a time. Depress the centre button to allow the locking lever to rotate freely into a position where the unlocking process can be repeated once the centre button has been released.
2.Repeat this ‘ratchet’ action until both locks and the retaining bar can be removed, and then slide the tray backwards, using the hand grip area under the centre of the tray (Fig. 54 and 55). The tray will lock two thirds of the way out (Fig. 54).
WARNING
Batteries weigh up to 55 lb (25 kg). Lifting batteries may cause back strain. If you fail to heed these warnings severe injury may occur.
3.Connect and disconnect battery cables with caution. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal and the black lead to the negative terminal. Do this for each battery.
4.Tighten all terminal fasteners using two 10mm wrenches to 6.8Nm.
WARNING
Never make direct contact across both battery terminals, as an explosion may occur. A spark may result in an explosion and/or fire resulting in severe injury or death.
Lock
Centre button
Retaining bar must be located at the front of both retaining brackets
Battery tray in closed position
Lock
Handgrip area
Fig. 54
Battery locks and retaining bar removed to permit the battery tray to slide open
Retaining bar
Retaining bracket (shown cut away)
Lock
Fig. 55
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