Snorkel POP UP PUSH 10 - Manual (Page 19)

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Chapter 6 – Batteries
The battery tray contains 1, 105 amp hour, 12 volt bat-
tery. This battery supplys 12 volt DC electrical power
to operate the aerial platform control systems. Proper
machine operation depends on well maintained and
charged batteries.
General Maintenance
Always keep the batteries clean, free of dirt and corrosion.
A film on top of the battery can accelerate discharge.
Warning
Battery acid can damage the skin and eyes. Serious
infection or reaction can result if medical treatment is
not given immediately. Wear face and eye protection
when working near the batteries.
Use distilled water to refill the batteries. Avoid water
containing metallic solids such as iron which can reduce
the life of the batteries.
Consult a battery charger specialist if extreme tempera-
ture use is unavoidable.
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Cold reduces battery capacity and retards charging.
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Heat increases water usage and can result in over-
charging.
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Very high temperatures can cause thermal run away
which may lead to an explosion or fire.
Charging
The aerial platform is equipped with an automatic battery
charger that will completely recharge the batteries and
turn off after the charge cycle is completed.
Warning
Batteries give off hydrogen and oxygen that can com-
bine explosively. Death or serious injury can result
from a chemical explosion. Charge the batteries only
in a well ventilated area away from sparks or flame.
Caution
The batteries can be overcharged and/or damaged
if the charger fails to shut off automatically. Do not
leave the battery charger on for more than two days.
It may take from 1 1/2 to 16 hours to recharge the battery
depending on the amount of discharge. If the charging
cycle exceeds 16 hours without the battery being fully
recharged, shut off the charger and have the battery
checked.
The PUSH PRO series has a built in feature whereby
power is cut to the machine when the battery level
reaches 94.5% (Discharge) or 11.34v of the original 12v
supply, this is to prevent excessive wear or damge to
the battery.
The machine should immediately be placed on
charge if this occurs.
Fully recharge the battery, immediately after use.
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One charging cycle per day is preferred.
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A fully charged battery performs best.
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The deeper the discharge, the fewer number of cycles
a battery will deliver. Deep discharges deteriorate the
battery quicker than light shallow cycles.
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An overly discharged battery may need to be cycled
a few times before it can fully recover.
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If the battery begins to heat before becoming fully
charged, it may be necessary to recharge and dis-
charge the battery a few times.
Use the following procedure to charge the battery.
1. At the lower controls, turn the control selector
switch to the off position (refer to Figure 6.1).
Figure 6.1 – Battery Tray
2. Open the component tray to access the battery.
Remove the caps from the battery.
3. Visually check the battery fluid level making sure
the level is within 6 mm (¼″) of the bottom of
the filler neck inside each hole. If needed, add
distilled water.
4. Tightly replace the caps on each battery and
replace and latch the battery tray covers.
Note: Machines can also be supplied with “Maintenance
Free Batteries” , Fluid check will not be necessary on
this type of battery.
5. Plug the battery charger into the 125v(15A) Charger
outlet (refer to Figure 6.1) using a 3 conductor, 1.5
mm (12 gauge) or larger extension cord. The exten-
sion cord must be as short as possible and in good
electrical condition.
Control Selector
Charger Outlet