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6
BATTERIES
6.3
BATTERY SYSTEMS _______________________________________________________
The Eclipse mower is available equipped with either a
battery power module, a gas engine hybrid power
module, or a diesel engine hybrid power module.
1. The battery powered Eclipse has six, 8 VDC
batteries wired in series. Batteries must be
disconnected from the mower before charging.
2. The gas and diesel hybrid powered mowers contain
two separate battery systems.
6.4
BATTERY PERFORMANCE _________________________________________________
To ensure maximum battery life:
1. Never allow the batteries to become completely
discharged at any time.
2. Always fully recharge the batteries after every use.
3. Check
for
conditions
performance and life.
a. Too little clearance between the bedknife and
reel
b. Improper reel lubrication
c.
Low tire pressure
6.5
BATTERY CHARGER (BATTERY POWER MODULE)_____________________________
Refer to the Parts & Maintenance Manual for more
detailed charging information.
1. Make certain ignition switch is off. Disconnect battery
pack power connector.
2. Lift up on the charger receptacle cover on the left
side of the machine. Plug end of the AC extension
cord into charger receptacle.
3. Plug the AC power cord from the charger into a
suitable wall outlet.
4. When the batteries are fully charged, the charger
will turn off automatically. Unplug the charger AC
cord from the wall outlet first, then disconnect the
cord from the mower. Store the AC cord in a safe
location for the next time charging is required.
The charging must take place in an area that is well
ventilated and capable of removing the hydrogen gas
that is generated by the charging process. A minimum of
five air exchanges per hour is recommended.
The charger AC cord must be fully inserted into the
charger receptacle and the wall outlet.
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that
will
affect
battery
a. A 48 VDC buffer battery pack, comprised of four
12VDC batteries wired in series. The buffer
batteries are charged by the hybrid generator
during operation. See Parts & Maintenance
Manual for charging buffer batteries using an
external charger.
b. A 12 VDC battery for engine operation.
d. Excessive use of Whisper mode on hybrid power
modules.
c. Improper operation of electrical system
d. Poor condition of charger plug and receptacle
4. Battery performance is also affected by the ambient
temperature. Battery capacity is increased by 7
percent for every 15° F (8° C) the temperature is
above 77° F (25° C). Battery capacity is decreased
by 7 percent for every 15° F (8° C) the temperature
is below 77° F (25° C).
!
WARNING
Hydrogen is explosive in concentrations as low as 4%
and is generated in the charging cycle of electric
mowers. Because it is lighter than air, it will collect in
the
ceiling
of
buildings
ventilation. Air exchanges of 5 changes per hour is
considered the minimum requirement.
Never smoke around batteries.
Never charge batteries in an area that has open flame
or electrical equipment that could cause an electrical
arc.
Be sure that the key switch is off, all electrical
accessories are turned off, and power connector is
disconnected before starting work on vehicle.
Remove all jewelry (watches, rings, etc.).
necessitating
proper
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