Download Generating set R350C2 (CE) - User manual - SDMO

Maintenance
Battery. Maintenance
WARNING! Fire and explosion hazard. Batteries
must never be exposed to open flames or
sparks.
WARNING! Never confuse the positive and
negative poles on the batteries. Risk of arcing
and explosion.
WARNING! Battery electrolyte is highly corrosive. Always protect your eyes, skin and clothes
when handling batteries. Always use protective
goggles and gloves. If acid comes into contact
with your skin, wash at once with soap and a lot
of water. If you get battery acid in your eyes,
flush at once with a lot of water, and get medical
assistance at once.
Connection and disconnection
When you connect batteries, first connect the + cable
(red) to the + pole on the battery. Then connect the –
cable (black) to the – pole on the battery
When you disconnect batteries, connect the – cable
(black) first, then the + cable (red).
Cleaning
Keep the batteries dry and clean. Contamination and
oxide on the batteries and battery poles can cause
stray currents, voltage drop and discharge, especially
in wet weather. Remove oxidation from the battery
poles and terminals, using a brass brush. Tighten the
terminals securely and grease them with terminal
grease or Vaseline.
Filling
The electrolyte level should be 5 - 10mm (0.2-0.4")
above the cell plates in the battery. Fill up with distilled water if necessary: After filling, the battery
should be charged for at least 30 minutes by running
the engine at fast idle.
NOTE! Some maintenance-free batteries have special
instructions, which must be observed.
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