Replacing The Batteries - Golden Technologies Alero GP-50 User Manual

Replacing the batteries

CAUTION ! - if you have doubts about your ability to lift any components, it
is recommended that you seek assistance so as to avoid injury.
1. Turn the power off .
2. Disconnect the battery connection plug at the front of the battery tray.
3. Release the securing belt holding the battery box.
4. Disconnect the battery connection cables located in the battery box.
5. Lift the rear battery out of the battery box by using the lifting strap.
6. Slide the front battery to the rear of the battery box and remove the battery
as in step 4.
7. Undo the terminal lugs, noting the polarity of the lugs. Remove the wiring
loom.
8. Repeat step 6 for the other battery.
9. Inspect the terminals on the wiring loom and the lugs on the replacement
batteries to make sure they are clean. If they are not, clean with a warm
solution of bicarbonate of soda (one teaspoon) and water (approximately
five litres). It is important that you wash your hands afterwards.
10. Connect the terminal lugs on the wiring loom to the new batteries, observing
the polarity of the lugs as noted before.
11. Place the new batteries back into the battery box and rejoin the connectors.
12. Replace the battery box lid and secure the retaining belt.
13. Reconnect the power cable.
For maximum performance it is recommended that you replace both
batteries at the same time.
Contact your local Dealer for assistance
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