INTRODUCTION The information contained in this document is critical for safe handling and proper use of the HAWKER FLEX ® Elite battery for powering electrical industrial trucks. It contains a global system specification as well as related safety measures, codes of behavior, a guideline for commissioning and recommended maintenance.
Elite batteries. ® w WARNING Installing the battery in a The truck harness used between HAWKER FLEX non-UL 583 compliant truck is a fire risk due to a ® Elite batteries and the industrial truck is dictated by potential for improperly sized cable harnesses, and the truck original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
SoC. This in-cabin interface Warning SoC level. After the battery continues to can be either the BDI or the HAWKER ABI smart fall below the alert level, the alarm will increase ®...
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BDI for information and access the button. Figure 3: External BDI Figure 4: SoC indicator screen Truck iQ™ Smart Battery Dashboard: Figures 5 & 6: HAWKER ABI smart battery ® dashboard HAWKER Advanced Battery Interface™...
• In the case of any error that cannot be reset, • Do not over-discharge or overcharge HAWKER do not attempt to continue the operation of the FLEX Elite batteries as this poses a substantial risk battery until support and direction is provided by ®...
• Upon receipt of the battery, it must be checked recommendation. for any visible signs of damage to the battery • Only use HAWKER -approved fasteners, ® and all cables, plugs, and accessories. connectors, cabling, and plugs with this battery.
In contrast to traditional lead acid batteries, it is The battery must be handled, operated, stored, beneficial to operate HAWKER FLEX Elite batteries ® maintained, and serviced in accordance with the at a partial state of charge with frequent and rapid instructions in this owner’s manual.
CHARGING BATTERY Charging Battery Unlike standard lead acid batteries, HAWKER FLEX Elite batteries must remain connected to ® the traction connector of the truck. To charge, dedicated charging plug(s) must be used connecting to a HAWKER -approved charger. Upon ®...
Please contact your HAWKER ® • Do not clean the battery with pressurized water. Representative for all repairs and replacements. All repairs must be done by an authorized HAWKER ® technician trained on HAWKER FLEX Elite products.
No charger CAN communication with Contact your HAWKER service representative ® plug connected In case of any other error ID please contact your HAWKER Representative for further troubleshooting direction. ® Storage During storage, it is recommended to turn the The storage area must be compliant with local...
EACH AND EVERY COMPONENT OF THIS BATTERY IS RECYCLABLE. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONCERNING RECYCLING. HIGH VOLTAGE: RISK OF SHOCK. DO NOT TOUCH UNINSULATED TERMINALS OR CONNECTORS. Do Not Remove Vent Valves. Shipping HAWKER FLEX Elite TPPL Batteries ® HAWKER FLEX Elite batteries are classified as For further transport and regulatory information ®...
Maintenance Cleaning of the battery and inspection of the battery and connected components (charging cables and user interfaces) for damage Service Operations performed by HAWKER Representatives to restore the battery to ® full performance...
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