Snorkel X Series-sn15020-19999 - Manual (Page 12)

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B ATTERY C HARGING
Figure 10: Battery Charger
Charge the batteries at end of each work
shift or sooner if batteries have been dis-
charged.
1. Check battery fluid level. If electrolyte level is lower than 3/8 in. (10 mm) above plates add dis-
tilled water only.
2. Connect an extension cord to the battery charger plug. Plug the extension cord (12 gauge [1.5
mm²] minimum conductor diameter; 50 ft. [15m] maximum length) to properly grounded outlet
of correct voltage and frequency.
3. The battery charger turns on automatically after a short delay.
NOTE: The battery charger circuit must be used with a GFI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt)
outlet.
DO NOT operate the machine while charger is plugged in.
Charger
Charger Plug
(behind plate)
REAR
W A R N I N G ! !
Charge batteries only in a well ventilated area.
Do not charge the batteries if the work platform is near a source of sparks or
flames.
Permanent damage to the batteries will result if the batteries are not
recharged immediately after discharging.
Never leave the battery charger operating for more than two days.
Never disconnect the cables from the batteries when the battery charger is
operating.
Keep the battery charger dry.