Smithco Tournament Roller 7530 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 29)

BATTERY CHARGING FOR 7555
It is important to follow the following steps when charging batteries.
Check that electrolyte covers the plates in ALL cells.
Charging must be performed in a well ventilated area.
Inspect the charger DC plug for loose, bent, arced or dirty contacts.
Inspect the vehicle receptacle for loose wires or damage.
Inspect plug fully into receptacle and check that the connection is tight.
Be careful not to pull on the DC cord or place it in a position where it can be driven over
or present a hazard to personnel working the area.
!!!WARNING!!!
WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE CHARGER TO A VEHICLE, ALWAYS
MAKE SURE THAT THE TIMER, ELAPSED TIME INDICATOR, OR POWER SWITCH IS SET
IN THE OFF POSITION. IF IT IS NOT, AN ELECTRICAL ARC WILL OCCUR AND MAY
CAUSE AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE.
Observe the ambient temperature in the charging area. A battery requires a longer charge time
than normal when the ambient temperature falls below 60 degree F. The time required
increases as the ambient temperature decreases.
AC LINE VOLTAGE
The battery charger’s initial output is directly proportional to the input voltage. If a problem is
encountered with several vehicles that indicates an insufficient initial start charge, it is
suggested that the batteries be tested, and if found satisfactory, then the input AC voltage
should be checked by the power company and their recommendations be followed. For
additional information pertaining to the battery charger, see the “Battery Charger Section” in this
manual.
ADDING WATER
The electrolyte in the vehicle’s batteries is a solution of sulfuric acid and water. Some of the
water portion of this solution evaporates or is lost in the charging cycle but the acid is retained.
In the life of a battery, it is only necessary to replenish water and not the acid.
In the life of an average battery, the water usage will be approximately 2-1/2 times the original
electrolyte quantity, or approximately 16 quarts.
!!!WARNING!!!
IF A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS SPILLED, IT MAYBE
REPLACED. BE SURE TO OBSERVE ALL PROCEDURES, CAUTIONS, AND WARNINGS
PROVIDED BY THE ELECTROLYTE MANUFACTURER.
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