Genie Z-33/18 Operator's Manual page 40

Operator's Manual
Operating Instructions
Battery and Charger Instructions
Observe and Obey:
Do not use external charger or booster
batteries.
Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated area.
Use proper AC input voltage for charging as
indicated on the charger.
Use only Genie authorized batteries and
charger.
Do not operate the machine with the battery
charger plugged in.
To Charge Batteries
1 Be sure the batteries are connected before
charging the batteries.
2 Open the battery compartment. The
compartment should remain open for the entire
charging cycle.
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Standard batteries
1 Remove 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.
2 Replace the battery vent caps.
3 Connect the battery charger to a grounded AC
circuit.
4 The charger will indicate when the battery is
fully charged.
5 Check the battery acid level when the charging
cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water
to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill.
Dry Battery Filling and
Charging Instructions
1 Remove the battery vent caps and permanently
remove the plastic seal from the battery vent
openings.
2 Fill each cell with battery acid (electrolyte) until
the level is sufficient to cover the plates.
Do not fill to maximum level until the battery
charge cycle is complete. Overfilling can cause the
battery acid to overflow during charging. Neutralize
battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
3 Install the battery vent caps.
4 Charge the battery.
5 Check the battery acid level when the charging
cycle is complete. Replenish with distilled water
to the bottom of the fill tube. Do not overfill.
Z-33/18
First edition • First Printing
Part No. 1257143