Snorkel SL30N Bi-Energy-sn11200+ - Manual (Page 8)

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B ATTERY C HARGING
NOTE: Batteries will charge when the engine is
running. However, when Electric Mode is used
primarily, batteries will require AC charging.
Figure 6: Power Module, Chassis Right Side
Charge batteries as follows:
1. Check the batteries fluid level. If the electrolyte
level is lower than 10mm (3/8 in.) above the
plates, add clean, distilled water only.
2. Verify charger voltage switch is set to the correct
voltage.
3. Connect extension cord (1.5 mm
2
[12 gauge]
conductor minimum and 15 m [50 ft.] in length
maximum) to charger plug located through cutout
at the left side of the chassis (Figure 6). Connect
extension cord to properly grounded outlet of
proper voltage and frequency.
4. The charger turns on automatically after a short
delay.
5. The charger turns off automatically when the bat-
teries are fully charged.
Battery Cell Equalization
The specific gravity of the electrolyte in the battery
cells should be equalized monthly. To do this, charge
the battery as outlined in
Battery Charging. After this
initial charge, check the electrolyte level in all cells
and add distilled water as necessary. Then, charge
the batteries for an additional 8 hours. During this
time, the charging current will be low (4 amps) as the
cells are equalizing.
After equalization, the specific gravity of the electro-
lyte should be checked with a hydrometer. The tem-
perature corrected specific gravity should be 1.260. If
the battery contains any cells with corrected readings
below 1.230, the battery should be replaced.
Do not check the specific gravity in a cell to which
water has just been added. If there is not enough
electrolyte in a fully charged cell to obtain a sample
for the hydrometer, add water and continue charging
for 1 to 2 hours to adequately mix the water and elec-
trolyte.
W A R N I N G ! !
Charge the batteries only in a well ventilated
area.
Do not charge the batteries when the work
platform is in an area containing sparks or
flames.
Permanent damage to the batteries will result if
the batteries are not immediately recharged
after discharging.
Never leave the charger unattended for more
than two days.
Never disconnect the cables from the batteries
when the charger is operating.
Keep the charger dry.
Ammeter
Charger Plug