Charging The Batteries - Tennant 5680 Operator's Manual

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface in a
well-ventilated area.
2. Turn the machine power off and set the
parking brake if your machine has this
option.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine, stop on level
surface, set parking brake, and turn off
machine.
3. Lift up the solution tank to get access to the
batteries.
NOTE: The solution tank must be empty.
4. Check the water level in all battery cells. If
the level is low, add just enough distilled
water to cover the plates. DO NOT
OVERFILL. The batteries can overflow
during charging due to expansion.
NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place
while charging.
FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or
servicing machine, avoid contact with
battery acid.
5. Plug the charger connector into the battery
connector.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen
gas. Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.
6. Plug the battery charger into the wall outlet.
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