Nilfisk-ALTO FLOORTEC R 870 Service Manual page 71

Service Manual – Floortec R 870
Battery Removal/Installation and Battery Type Setting (WET or GEL/AGM)
(Floortec R 870 Battery)
Warning! Do not tilt the lead batteries (WET) to prevent the highly corrosive acid from leaking
out of the batteries. Do not connect, not even accidentally, the battery positive and
negative terminals by using tools, keys, etc. This could cause dangerous short-
circuits.
Battery Installation
For approved battery types, see the Technical Data paragraph.
The batteries must be installed as shown in the diagram (A)
According to the battery dimensions, check if it is possible to place them inside the relevant plastic container,
supplied with the machine
If the batteries are larger than the container, use the square guides, supplied with the machine, to ensure the
stability inside the battery compartment
Warning! Non-sealed WET batteries always need an appropriate container to prevent the acid
form leaking. Do not install the WET batteries without an appropriate container.
1 Engage the parking brake
2 Check that the ignition key has been removed
3 Open the battery compartment hood (A) with the handle (B) and fasten it with the support rod (C)
4 Disconnect the battery connector (D)
5 With the help of an assistant and an appropriate hoisting system, install the batteries (E) and connect
them as shown in the diagram (F)
6 Connect the batteries according to the diagram (F)
7 Connect the battery connector (D)
8 Set the battery type (WET or GEL-AGM), according to the following procedure.
C
B
D
A
E
Electrical System
BATTERY
PLUG
F
6V 6V
6V 6V
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