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BATTERIES
If your machine shipped with batteries installed do the following: ∙ Check that the batteries are connected to the machine (26).
∙ Turn ON the Key Switch (A) and check the Battery Indicator (B). If the green light is ON, the batteries are ready for use. If the green light is OFF, the batteries should be charged before use. See the “Charging The Batteries” section.
∙ IMPORTANT!: IF YOUR MACHINE HAS AN ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER REFER TO THE OEM PRODUCT MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING SETTING THE CHARGER FOR BATTERY TYPE. See
If your machine shipped without batteries installed do the following: ∙ Consult your Authorized Nilfisk dealer for recommended batteries. ∙ Install the batteries by following the instructions below.
∙ DO NOT install two 12 volt batteries in your machine. This affects the stability of the machine.
∙ IMPORTANT!: IF YOUR MACHINE HAS AN ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER REFER TO THE OEM PRODUCT MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING SETTING THE CHARGER FOR BATTERY TYPE. See
INSTALL THE BATTERIES
WARNING !
Use extreme caution when working with batteries. Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause severe injury if allowed to contact the skin or eyes. Explosive hydrogen gas is vented from inside the batteries through openings in the battery caps. This gas can be ignited by any electrical arc, spark or flame.
When Servicing Batteries...
•Remove all jewelry.
•Do not smoke.
•Wear safety glasses, a rubber apron and rubber gloves.
•Work in a
•Do not allow tools to touch more than one battery terminal at a time.
•ALWAYS disconnect the negative (ground) cable first when replacing batteries to prevent sparks.
•ALWAYS connect the negative cable last when installing batteries.
CAUTION !
Electrical components in this machine can be severely damaged if the batteries are not installed and connected properly. Batteries should be installed by Nilfisk or by a qualified electrician.
FIGURE 1
1Turn the Key Switch (A) off (O) and remove the key. Then swing open the Battery Compartment Cover (10) and set the
2Using (2) people and an appropriate lifting strap, carefully lift the batteries into the compartment tray exactly as shown. Refer to decal 56601589 battery cable layout.
3See Figure 1. Install battery cables as shown and tighten the nuts on the battery terminals.
4Install the battery boots and secure tightly to the battery cables with the supplied tie straps.
5Connect the battery pack connector to the machine connector (26) and close the battery compartment cover.
CAUTION !
Before changing batteries consult
