How To Charge The Batteris (On-Board Charger Option) - Clarke BOOST 32 05312K Operator's Manual

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HOW TO PREPARE THE MACHINE
FOR OPERATION
How To Charge The Batteries (On-Board Charger)
WARNING: Charging the batteries in an area without ad-
equate ventilation could result in an explosion.
To prevent an explosion, charge the batteries
only in an area with good ventilation.
WARNING: Lead acid batteries generate gases which
could explode. Keep sparks and flames away
from batteries. NO SMOKING!
CAUTION: See Charger Owner's Manual. All onboard
battery chargers are programmed for a
specific type battery. The charger may need
reprogramming to properly charge
replacement batteries different than the
originally equipped Clarke battery.
NOTE: Only replace batteries with the identical Clarke battery
pack as originally equipped. The correct Clarke battery part
number can be found on the Clarke battery label affixed to the
top of each battery.
If the replacement battery is a different Clarke battery, please
contact Clarke Technical Service, 1-800-356-7274, for
instructions.
If the replacement battery is not a Clarke battery, please
contact the charger manufacturer for instructions.
To charge the batteries, follow this procedure:
1. Make sure the key switch is in the "OFF" position.
2. Before charging the batteries, the battery compartment needs to
be vented. To vent compartment, tip up the recovery tank until it
locks in the open position. To close the tank, pull up on the arm
and then slowly lower the tank to the closed position.
CAUTION: Before raising tank, be sure tank is empty.
WARNING: Do not operate or perform maintenance on the
machine while the recovery tank is in the open
position.
bumped and it may slam shut.
3. Connect the battery charger AC cord located at the rear of the
machine to a 15 amp (min) 120V properly grounded wall
receptacle.
4. Observe indicator light to ensure the charging process has
started. Flashing light(s) indicates that the batteries are being
charged. Steady on green light indicates the batteries are fully
charged.
NOTE: Make sure you plug into a circuit that is not loaded by other
equipment. Wall breakers may be tripped and no charge will occur.
WARNING: Never charge a GEL battery with an unsuitable
battery charger. Carefully follow the instruc-
tions given by the manufacturer of the batter-
ies and battery charger.
NOTE: To prevent permanent damage to the batteries, avoid their
complete discharge. Never leave the batteries completely dis-
charged, even if the machine is not being used. When recharging the
batteries, keep the recovery tank open. After every 20 recharging
cycles, check the level of the electrolyte and if necessary top off with
distilled water.
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